Sr. Manager, Global Compliance (Trade & Enterprise Compliance)
About The Position
Brooks is seeking a Senior Manager Compliance leader with deep trade compliance experience who is ready to step into a broader, enterprise‑wide compliance role. This position is ideal for a leader who has built strong trade compliance programs and is motivated to expand into areas such as third‑party risk, ethics & compliance, regulatory risk management, and enterprise compliance governance. This role will own and evolve Brooks’ global trade compliance program while also serving as a key architect and operator of the broader compliance framework, working closely with Legal, EHS & Sustainability, Supply Chain, Finance, and business leaders worldwide.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in trade compliance, regulatory compliance, or related legal/compliance roles.
- Demonstrated depth in export controls, sanctions, customs, and global trade regulations.
- Experience operating in a global, matrixed organization.
- Strong interest in and aptitude for expanding into enterprise compliance leadership.
- Ability to engage credibly with senior leaders while also driving execution at the working level.
Nice To Haves
- Law degree or advanced compliance certification a plus but not required.
Responsibilities
- Lead Brooks’ global trade compliance program, including export controls, sanctions, customs, and import/export compliance.
- Serve as the company’s subject‑matter expert on trade regulations, providing practical guidance to business, supply chain, and operations teams.
- Ensure policies, procedures, controls, and training are risk‑based, scalable, and audit‑ready.
- Oversee trade compliance investigations, disclosures, and remediation where required.
- Monitor regulatory developments and proactively assess impact to Brooks’ global operations.
- Partner with Legal and business leaders to design, implement, and mature Brooks’ broader compliance program, aligned to DOJ guidance, Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) requirements, and leading practices.
- Support and progressively assume ownership for areas such as: Third‑party risk management Ethics & compliance program execution Regulatory compliance oversight Policy governance and internal controls
- Help move the organization from compliance as obligation to compliance as business enabler and risk discipline.
- Translate regulatory requirements (exclusive of product regulatory requirements) into clear expectations, accountability, and execution across the organization.
- Develop and track compliance metrics that demonstrate effectiveness, not just activity.
- Partner closely with EHS & Sustainability leaders to ensure alignment across trade, human rights, RBA, and responsible sourcing expectations.
- Prepare materials and insights for senior leadership and Board‑level discussions as appropriate.
- Act as a trusted advisor to global business and functional leaders.
- Balance rigor with pragmatism—providing solutions that protect the company without slowing the business unnecessarily.
- Build credibility through strong judgment, clear communication, and consistent follow‑through.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Plan
- Exempt employees are provided company paid holidays and Flexible Vacation to enjoy personal time off and incidental sickness.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
