Director, Compliance

The Pew Charitable Trusts • Buffalo, NY

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

Director, Compliance Legal Affairs (Hybrid) Position Overview: This position supports the work of the compliance unit and is responsible for implementing all operational aspects of the function. The Director, Compliance leads the planning, development, and execution of internal audit, compliance, and Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) initiatives. The Director oversees a complement of internal staff as well as external resources. By leveraging deep experience in audit, compliance, and risk management through use of emerging technologies, and preparing timely, key deliverables aligned to the needs of key stakeholders, the Director facilitates achievement of the unit’s strategy. The Director also ensures the application of the unit’s methodology across Pew’s subsidiaries and other business units to ensure alignment with ERM structure and address business unit needs. This position is based in Pew’s Washington, DC office and reports to the Senior Director, Compliance Legal Affairs (SD). This position participates in Pew’s hybrid work program with core days in the office and the flexibility to telework the remaining days. Staff also enjoy four telework “flex weeks” per year.

Requirements

• Generally requires a minimum of 10 years of professional experience, including staff, project, and/or consultant management experience; bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required; advanced certification(s) in one of the following required: CIA, CPA, or CISA.
• Highly knowledgeable and experienced in applying internal audit standards and principles.
• Demonstrated expertise in risk-based audit strategies, risk management, finance, accounting, IT, and audit practices.
• Proven strength in overseeing internal audit engagements and all operational aspects of a risk assurance function.
• Proven experience leveraging data analytics to identify existing and emerging risks and trends.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, talent management, and project management skills.
• Works independently and collaborate across teams.
• Foster a work environment that inspires excellence, values impact, encourages transparency, builds mutual trust and respect, embraces and values diversity, and is collaborative, caring and compassionate.

Nice To Haves

• Big 4 audit firm experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implementation and oversight of the unit’s strategy under the direction of the SD.
• Oversee all aspects of audit engagements including quality assurance.
• Drive the function's modernization by spearheading the adoption of innovative technologies in various areas under the unit’s purview (e.g., policy governance; compliance training; and audits) and responsible use of AI.
• Continuously identify and assess opportunities for utilizing AI and generative AI to improve audit and risk management efficiency and effectiveness, such as for proactive fraud detection, risk assessment, and report generation.
• Establish performance metrics that measure the impact and efficiency gains resulting from the adoption of new technologies.
• Advise cross-functional teams to strengthen internal controls and ensure regulatory and policy compliance.
• Facilitate collaborative cross-functional risk discussions.
• Manage and mentor a team of compliance, risk management, and audit professionals.
• Manage key vendor relationships.
• Engage and liaise with internal staff and stakeholders to drive alignment with ERM and address needs.
• Commitment to staying abreast of industry trends in internal audit and compliance, regulatory changes, and emerging professional standards to ensure the function remains proactive and responsive to new risks.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary and benefit program, including: comprehensive, affordable health care through medical, dental, and vision coverage; financial security with life and disability insurance; opportunities to save using health savings and flexible spending accounts; retirement benefits to help prepare for the future; and work/life benefits to maintain a good balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director