Director Compliance US Central Functions

Philip Morris•Washington, WA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director, Compliance U.S. Central Functions leads and oversees implementation of the U.S. Compliance Program, supporting Central Functions across the U.S. market. As part of the U.S. Compliance team, this role helps enable employees, management, and third parties to meet legal, regulatory, and policy requirements through practical guidance, training, and support; assess risks, monitor compliance, test controls, and investigate potential non-compliance; and foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and speaking up. The position leads compliance initiatives across the five pillars of the Global PMI Compliance Program, focusing on Code of Conduct and Ethics, Conflicts of Interest, Speaking Up, Whistleblowing and Investigations, Anti-Corruption, and Competition Law. It drives continuous program improvement with limited oversight and provides compliance guidance to employees and business leaders.

Requirements

At least 7 years of compliance experience.
Bachelor's degree in law, business, or a related field.
Deep understanding of compliance programs and regulatory requirements.
Experience in highly regulated industries and interacting with government authorities.
Experience with third-party due diligence, anti-corruption, and investigations.
Strong problem-solving, judgment, and decision-making skills.
Proven ability to influence, lead change, and navigate complex environments.
High integrity and willingness to challenge when necessary.
Excellent relationship-building, communication, and collaboration skills.
Strong organizational, analytical, writing, and presentation skills.
Demonstrated career progression with increasing responsibility and influence.
Self-starter able to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Strong issue-spotting and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to operate effectively in a large, complex organization.
Experience translating legal requirements into practical business guidance and processes.
Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
Strong teamwork and stakeholder management capabilities.

Responsibilities

Lead compliance initiatives across the five pillars of the Global PMI Compliance Program, with a focus on Code of Conduct and Ethics, Conflicts of Interest, Speaking Up, Whistleblowing and Investigations, Anti-Corruption, and Competition Law.
Drive continuous improvement of the compliance program with limited oversight.
Identify, assess, and manage compliance risks.
Stay current on compliance trends, best practices, and regulatory developments.
Develop expertise in company policies and implement and maintain compliance procedures and processes.
Oversee execution of key compliance activities.
Promote compliance awareness across U.S. Central Functions and deliver risk-based training to employees and leaders.
Embed compliance messaging into business communications and training, and support e-learning initiatives.
Conduct or oversee internal investigations and strengthen a culture of speaking up.
Monitor program effectiveness and recommend improvements.
Provide compliance guidance to employees and business leaders.
Participate in Central Functions team meetings and advise on strategic business initiatives.
Analyze compliance issues and recommend solutions.