Senior Manager Compliance Audit

We are on the front line of recruitment, enabling organizations to hire smarter and onboard faster. At First Advantage (Nasdaq: FA), people are at the heart of everything we do. From our customers and partners to our greatest advantage — our team members.
Say hello to a rewarding career and come join a leading provider of mission-critical background screening solutions to some of the most recognized Fortune 100 and Global 500 brands.
About First Advantage
First Advantage (NASDAQ: FA) is a leading provider of global software and data in the HR technology industry. Enabled by proprietary technology and AI, First Advantage’s platforms, data, and APIs power comprehensive employment background screening, identity solutions, and verification services.
Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, we have an internationally distributed workforce of about 10,000 employees spanning 17 countries. With a strong emphasis on innovation, automation, and customer success, First Advantage empowers 80,000 organizations to modernize their hiring and onboarding processes on a global scale.
What You'll Do
The Senior Manager, Compliance and Audit is responsible for leading FCRA permissible purpose audits of First Advantage customers and managing incoming audits of First Advantage controls. This role also involves managing a small team of audit professionals, participating in Due Diligence Questionnaire intake and completion related to Privacy and Compliance, as well as overseeing the Legal and Compliance aspects of First Advantage’s Third-Party Risk Management program, and contributing to other Compliance initiatives and special projects as needed.
Responsibilities:
· FCRA Permissible Purpose Audits:
Lead the Compliance and Audit team in initiating, reviewing, closing, and reporting on FCRA permissible purpose audits of First Advantage’s customer base.
· Lead Incoming Vendor Audits:
Receive, coordinate, and oversee incoming vendor compliance audits from various First Advantage vendors, accreditors, and occasionally regulators.
· Manage Completion of Due Diligence Questionnaires:
Participate in the intake, review, and completion of due diligence questionnaires related to First Advantage’s compliance and privacy controls.
· Manage Legal and Compliance Aspects of Third-Party Risk Management:
Oversee and participate in the execution and reporting of the Legal and Compliance components of First Advantage’s Third-Party Risk Vendor Management program.
· Participate in Compliance Initiatives:
Support other compliance initiatives as needed, including product and SOP reviews, policy creation and review, line of business audits, and training initiatives.
What You Will Need to be Successful:
· 5+ years of progressive experience in legal operations, compliance, audits, or a related field, preferably at a Consumer Reporting Agency.
· Proven experience leading audit functions, which can include Third-Party Risk Management, Due Diligence, and certification audits.
· Experience with operational policy creation and compliance is preferred.
What You May Need to be Successful:
· Strong written communication skills with the ability to translate complex regulatory content for non-legal stakeholders and present audit findings to leadership committees.
· Ability to manage multiple inputs, deadlines, and cross-functional stakeholders.
· Familiarity with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) is required. Familiarity with Data Privacy Laws (including CCPA, HIPAA, etc.) and the Federal Corrupt Practices Act is preferred.
Role Boundaries:
This role does not provide legal advice or regulatory interpretation. The Legal department maintains final ownership of legal analysis, risk assessment, and policy positions. This role focuses on operational legal and compliance functions.
Why Join Us at First Advantage?
At First Advantage, team members are united around a noble purpose: helping organizations to safeguard their workplaces and manage risk. The company’s culture is shaped by its core values — Authenticity, Curiosity, Integrity, Teamwork, Customer-Inspired — empowering team members to bring their best ideas forward, collaborate across departments, and make a real impact.
First Advantage offers a variety of culture programs and benefits designed to enhance employee experience and development.
· Employee Impact Groups
· FA Cares volunteer opportunities
· Mentorship Advantage Program
· SOAR, award-winning manager development program
Additional benefits offered include:
· Ability to work remotely
· Medical, Vision, Dental, and supplementary benefit plans, including paid Parental Leave and Bereavement.
· 401k with an employer match and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
· Competitive and flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) and 9 paid company holidays.
· Volunteer Time Off Policy (VTOP) up to 10 hours a year.
What Are You Waiting For? Apply Today!
You have learned a little about us today – we want to learn about you! If you think this position and our company are a great fit for your areas of interest and expertise, tell us about you by applying now!
The base compensation range for this position is approximately $90-105k annually. This range reflects our good faith estimate to pay fairly as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on the selected candidate’s experience, industry knowledge, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the interview process.
We have great people here and are looking for more. Come join us!
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Equal Employment Opportunities at First Advantage
First Advantage is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace and recruitment process that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Employment decisions at First Advantage are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, creed, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.