Assistant Compliance Specialist

Company Description

Keys Law Corporation is a boutique law firm specializing in helping clients navigate the complex rules that govern campaigns, lobbying, and government ethics. Our team of experienced professionals provides clients with timely and accurate campaign and lobbying compliance services at the local, state, and federal levels. We are committed and uniquely positioned to provide high quality service with a personalized touch to meet our clients’ needs.

The team at Keys Law Corporation values teamwork, camaraderie, and working smarter, not harder. We have shared goals and priorities for our work, and we value respect in our relationships with clients and each other.

Job Title:

Assistant Compliance Specialist

Job Summary:

We are looking for a friendly and reliable individual to join our team as an Assistant Compliance Specialist. This position will support the team’s delivery of timely and excellent compliance services. The Assistant Compliance Specialist will immediately focus on (1) processing deposits, expenditures, and 24-hour reports for our campaign finance clients and (2) preparing and filing lobby registrations and reports for our lobbying clients.  The role will also include serving as backup for basic office administrative tasks from time to time, such as answering phones and processing mail.

The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational skills, strong communication skills, and a positive attitude. Candidates must be comfortable with basic math concepts and working through detailed processes that require multiple steps. Relevant experience and bookkeeping experience are a plus!

This is a full-time office position (40 hours per week) during regular business hours with starting pay of $21 per hour. Evening or weekend work may be required during peak times (just before primary and general elections). Applicants should expect to spend working hours in the office. Keys Law Corporation offers paid sick leave, paid time off, medical benefits, retirement benefits and free parking to employees.

This is a temporary position through end of 2026, with the potential for permanent employment based on the employee’s performance and firm needs.

Responsibilities:

• Provide support to lawyers and compliance professionals
• Maintain and organize compliance files and records
• Process client deposits and check runs
• Perform data entry
• Create and file campaign and lobby reports
• Preparation of financial documents and records
• Provide support to clients and handle inquiries
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
   

Qualifications:

• College degree or high school diploma and 2+ years relevant work experience
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
• Critical thinking, problem solving, and solid communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Must be able to work in a timely and efficient manner and meet deadlines, including real time turning around of client work to meet deadlines
• High proficiency in use of computers and web-based software necessary to perform job duties, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and industry specific software with training
• Most work hours are sitting at a workstation, but must be able to move about the office for photocopies, scans, etc. and lift file boxes (up to 25 lbs.)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Positive attitude and ability to work well in a team environment
  
   

How To Apply:

To apply, please submit the following to work@keyslawcorp.com with the subject line “[Last Name, First Name] Assistant Compliance Specialist Application”:

1. Cover Letter, including:
   1. Details about your relevant work experience and how it relates to the Assistant Compliance Specialist position at KLC.
   2. Your core values and how you live them in your personal or professional life.
2. Resume
   
    

We value diversity, equity, and inclusion. Keys Law Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Sacramento, CA 95814: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person