Senior Director, Chief Compliance Officer

Diebold Nixdorf•North Canton, OH

1d•Remote

About The Position

As Senior Director, Chief Compliance Officer, you will build, lead, and evolve a global compliance program that enables business growth while navigating increasingly complex regulatory environments-across fintech, AI, global trade, and data privacy. You will operate as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and the Board, influencing decisions that directly impact the company’s strategy, risk posture, and long-term success.

Requirements

JD and active bar membership
~15+ years in compliance, legal, or regulatory leadership (global scope required)
Proven experience leading enterprise-wide compliance & ethics programs
Expertise across multiple regulatory domains (FCPA, trade, privacy, ESG, etc.)
Strong executive presence and ability to influence at the C-suite and Board level
Track record managing investigations and regulator interactions
Experience leveraging technology to modernize compliance operations
High integrity, sound judgment, and ability to operate in complex environments

Nice To Haves

Fintech, AI, global trade, and data privacy regulatory experience
ESG compliance, including European regulatory frameworks

Responsibilities

Serve as a key member of the global legal leadership team, reporting to the General Counsel
Advise senior executives and the Audit Committee on compliance, risk, and regulatory strategy
Shape a compliance culture that supports innovation while safeguarding the enterprise
Design and evolve a best-in-class global ethics & compliance framework
Drive risk-based compliance strategies across all operating regions
Leverage technology to scale workflows, monitoring, and reporting
Lead complex, high-sensitivity investigations
Oversee third-party due diligence and risk monitoring programs
Partner with regulators and support examinations and inquiries
Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing global team
Deliver impactful training and communication programs to employees and leadership
Simplify complex regulatory topics into actionable business decisions