Project Manager - Compliance Operations

The Project Manager leads the planning and execution of compliance-focused projects, bringing structure, momentum, and curiosity to cross‑functional work. This role emphasizes innovation and automation to improve how compliance initiatives are executed, with a focus on efficiency, accuracy, and repeatable delivery. The ideal will apply their strong foundation in modern project management methodologies to elevate how Smart Circle delivers policy‑aligned solutions – on time, with purpose, and with measurable results.

• Location:
  
  Newport Beach, CA (HQ)
• This role includes remote/work‑from‑home flexibility, with a preference for candidates located in the Pacific Time Zone
• Compensation: $95,000‑$105,000/year, commensurate with experience + bonus potential
• Travel:
  Up to 10%
• Reports To:
  
  Senior Director of Sales Compliance

• Lead and manage end‑to‑end project life cycles from initiation to across the greater compliance domains
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams including product knowledge experts, IT, legal, and external clients to ensure timely and successful project execution
• Ensure projects meet compliance standards by collaborating with legal, data protection officers, and auditors
• Plan and execute go‑to‑market strategies including campaign timelines, deliverables, and reporting
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, resource allocation, and risk‑management strategies
• Communicate project status, risks, and milestones to stakeholders, including senior leadership
• Implement and improve project management processes, tools, and best practices
• Track KPIs and ROI on initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals

• 3+ years of project management experience
• Working knowledge of common compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, SOC
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• Experience partnering with marketing teams on campaigns, launches, or digital initiatives
• Familiarity with project management tools such as Jira, Asana, Trello, or
• Understanding of relevant project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, and/or traditional)
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lead cross‑functional teams in a remote or hybrid environment

Smart Circle International is a leading broker of outsourced sales and customer acquisition services. We help clients and independently owned and operated sales companies grow together through versatile in‑person marketing and sales campaigns inside retailers, businesses and through door‑to‑door canvassing. We have corporate offices in Newport Beach and Toronto. Visit  to learn more!

Smart Circle is committed to cultivating an environment that sparks curiosity, encourages bold thinking, and supports continuous development. We believe people thrive when they’re in roles that align with their strengths and ambitions, so we make space for individuals to stretch and explore new possibilities. Your next move matters so if you're looking for a place where ambition is celebrated and growth is tangible, Smart Circle may be the place for you!

Full‑time positions qualify for a benefits package that includes vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, medical (with an HSA plan option), dental, vision and company paid Basic Life insurance, opportunity to enroll in Voluntary Life plans, Employee Assistance Program, 401K with employer match, employee referral program, home office stipend and opportunities for team building, growth, and development. Team members have on‑demand access to an LMS with a variety of courses to further their professional and personal development.

We believe in equal opportunity. Each team member is recruited, employed, evaluated, and considered for promotion without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability status, or any other protected characteristic under state or federal law. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any protected characteristics and expect all team members to treat others with dignity and respect.

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