Compliance Project Manager

Position Summary

AutoNation Finance is seeking an experienced Compliance Project Manager responsible for leading and supporting enterprise-wide compliance initiatives, regulatory change management efforts, operational improvement projects, and cross-functional compliance implementations. This role serves as a strategic partner between Compliance, Legal, Operations, Technology, Risk, and vendor partners to ensure regulatory requirements are effectively integrated into business processes, systems, and operational workflows.

This position plays a critical role in supporting the Company’s compliance management system (“CMS”), regulatory remediation efforts, technology implementations, operational readiness initiatives, and enterprise risk mitigation activities. This position reports to the Vice President of Compliance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Project and Program Management

• Lead and manage compliance-related projects and cross-functional initiatives from planning through implementation and post-production support.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, milestones, risk logs, issue tracking, and executive status reporting.
• Coordinate activities across Compliance, Legal, Operations, Servicing, IT, and executive leadership teams.
• Facilitate project meetings, working sessions, governance updates, and stakeholder communications.
• Identify project dependencies, operational risks, resource constraints, and implementation gaps and escalate as appropriate.
• Support enterprise initiatives involving regulatory change management, system enhancements, workflow redesign, and operational controls.

Compliance Operations and Regulatory Support

• Partner with Compliance leadership to support implementation of regulatory requirements, remediation efforts, corrective action plans, and control enhancements.
• Assist with documenting and maintaining compliance-related business requirements, operational procedures, workflows, and process maps.
• Support regulatory examinations, audits, internal reviews, and requests for information.
• Coordinate tracking and implementation of compliance commitments, action items, and operational deliverables.
• Assist with monitoring implementation readiness for new products, vendors, technologies, and operational processes.
• Support governance and oversight activities associated with consumer protection laws and regulations.

Business Analysis and Process Improvement

• Gather, analyze, and document business, operational, and functional requirements.
• Translate business and regulatory requirements into user stories, process flows, implementation documentation, and testing scenarios.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, controls, reporting, and data governance.
• Collaborate with business and technical teams to ensure implemented solutions align with regulatory and operational expectations.
• Support user acceptance testing (“UAT”), defect management, and implementation validation activities.

Reporting and Executive Communication

• Prepare executive-level reporting materials, dashboards, presentations, and project updates.
• Provide clear communication regarding project status, risks, dependencies, timelines, and remediation efforts.
• Develop materials for leadership committees, governance meetings, and operational reviews.
• Maintain documentation supporting project governance and compliance oversight activities.

Vendor and Cross-Functional Coordination

• Coordinate with third-party vendors and internal business units regarding implementation timelines, deliverables, testing, and operational readiness.
• Support vendor oversight activities related to compliance, operational risk, and implementation governance.
• Assist in evaluating operational impacts associated with system or vendor changes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Project Management, Risk Management, Finance, or related field required.
• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in project management, program management, compliance/business operations, business analysis, or operational governance.
• Experience working within highly regulated industries such as financial services, healthcare, insurance, automotive finance, banking, or similar environments preferred.
• Strong understanding of project lifecycle management, operational governance, process improvement, and cross-functional coordination.
• Experience supporting enterprise system implementations, operational transformations, or compliance remediation initiatives preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level communication and presentation preparation.
• Experience working with business requirements documentation, UAT coordination, workflow analysis, and implementation support.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and project management tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP certification or equivalent project management certification preferred.
• Experience with SDLC, Agile, Scrum, or hybrid project methodologies preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Exciting Benefits and Perks Await You:

• Competitive compensation and 401k matching

• Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with insurance plans (health, dental, vision) and maternity benefits.

• Associate purchase and discount programs for new and pre-owned vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear

• Access amazing deals and discounts through YouDecide, a website with offers from top providers and retailers

• Join our DRVPNK mission to raise and donate millions of dollars to cancer research and treatment, partnering with cancer charities nationwide

AutoNation is one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States, offering innovative products, exceptional services, and comprehensive solutions, empowering our customers to make the best decisions for their needs. With a network of dealerships nationwide strengthened by a recognized brand, we offer a wide variety of new and used vehicles, customer financing, parts, and provide expert maintenance and repair services. Through DRV PNK, we have raised over $40 million for cancer-related causes, demonstrating our commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of our Associates, Customers, and the communities we serve.

AutoNation is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment in our workplace and the services we provide. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are passionate about making a positive impact. Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help us foster a culture of belonging while contributing to our revolutionary work in the automotive industry. We value innovation, teamwork, and a commitment to making a positive impact in the world.

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