Lead Compliance Program Specialist

We are on the lookout for an accomplished Lead Compliance Program Specialist to spearhead and elevate our regulatory compliance efforts. This pivotal role involves ensuring strict adherence to regulatory standards pertaining to payments, financial crime compliance, data privacy, and licensing, with a concentrated emphasis on BSA/AML/CTF compliance and compli…

About Our TeamAt OpenAI, we pride ourselves on our Compliance team, which is committed to cultivating a culture of integrity and ensuring compliance with regulatory and legal standards. We work collaboratively with various departments—including Legal, Security, People, Finance, and Operations—to develop compliance programs that align with our mission while effectively managing risks in the fast-paced AI landscape.About the RoleThe Compliance Program Manager will be instrumental in developing and enhancing OpenAI's compliance program. This includes translating regulatory requirements into actionable processes, spearheading program execution, and refining our methods for detecting, assessing, and mitigating compliance risks. You will manage the daily operations of the compliance program, encompassing disclosures, training, investigations, controls, and reporting, while collaborating across teams to ensure continued effectiveness as we grow. This position offers a unique chance to innovate compliance operations using cutting-edge AI technology. The role reports directly to the Chief Compliance Officer.This position is based in San Francisco, CA, and follows a hybrid work model, requiring 3 days in the office each week. We also provide relocation assistance for new hires.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and Scale Compliance Operations: Design and implement repeatable workflows (intake, triage, escalation, documentation, follow-up) and continuously enhance them as business needs and risks evolve.Own Program Execution: Create project plans, define key milestones, drive cross-functional initiatives, and ensure timely execution of policies, training, controls, and tooling improvements.Support Disclosures and Investigations: Manage the intake and tracking processes, coordinate stakeholder communication, maintain documentation, and ensure timely resolutions and follow-through on remediation efforts.Drive Compliance Training and Communication: Develop, launch, and assess training and awareness initiatives that are clear, practical, and aligned with our risk framework.Monitor and Assess Compliance Risk: Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify compliance gaps, conduct assessments, recommend corrective actions, and track remediation efforts.Support Audit and Regulatory Readiness: Assist with audits, inquiries, and examinations; maintain evidence, reporting materials, and program documentation.

JOIN SPHERE AS A COMPLIANCE LEADAt Sphere, we are revolutionizing trade infrastructure by simplifying compliance, one of the most complex and essential components of global commerce. Just as containerization transformed goods transport and SWIFT enhanced financial transactions, our advanced AI system, TRAM, is set to redefine compliance. It seamlessly ingests and interprets intricate global trade regulations across 190+ jurisdictions, providing compliance determinations that surpass human expertise.We manage the entire compliance lifecycle—calculation, registration, filing, and remittance—delivering results with millisecond latency and zero downtime.Invested by a16z and Y Combinator. Our $21M Series A funding and 30%+ month-over-month growth reflect our success, with clients including ElevenLabs, Replit, Deel, Runway, and Lovable.Small, agile team with a global impact. Each team member is a domain owner, contributing significantly to our mission. Our San Francisco office operates five days a week.Growing complexity in compliance. As we expand into areas like input tax, withholding, e-invoicing, and tariffs, the challenge intensifies. We handle millions of transactions today, with billions on the horizon.ROLE OVERVIEWWe are on the lookout for a dedicated Compliance Lead to oversee the comprehensive indirect tax filing and compliance process across various jurisdictions. This pivotal role involves ensuring timely, precise, and scalable return preparation and review, while implementing processes that mitigate risk and enhance efficiency.As the operational backbone of our tax function, you will take charge of compliance, allowing the broader team to scale effectively.WHAT YOU'LL DOWithin your first days:Collaborate directly with our head of tax on:Managing the monthly and periodic tax filing cycle for thousands of returns.Overseeing timelines, deliverables, and team coordination.Ensuring that all filings are completed accurately and punctually.Within months:Designing and implementing scalable compliance processes.Collaborating with engineering to enhance automation.Streamlining manual efforts while boosting reliability.

Join Anthropic as a Compliance Governance & Oversight Lead, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the compliance framework that upholds our commitment to ethical AI development. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead compliance initiatives across various facets of our operations.

About DelveDelve is dedicated to transforming the compliance landscape, eliminating tedious manual tasks and creating seamless, automated partnerships. Our innovative solutions are trusted by over 450 rapidly expanding companies, including Lovable, 11x, and WisprFlow, enabling them to save countless hours while ensuring secure growth. With backing from prominent investors such as Insight Partners, General Catalyst, and Y Combinator, our team boasts a rich diversity of talent, including former founders, Olympiad medalists, and engineers from prestigious institutions like OpenAI, Stanford, MIT, and Berkeley.About the RoleIn the role of Senior GRC Specialist, you will serve as the primary advisor to our internal teams and customers. Your extensive knowledge of compliance frameworks will be key in guiding clients through their compliance journeys. You will closely collaborate with Sales, Customer Success, Product, and Engineering teams to translate compliance requirements into impactful solutions. This position is available for candidates located in the San Francisco Bay Area or those who prefer to work fully remotely from anywhere in the U.S.With a recent $32M Series A funding round, we are poised for rapid growth!Key ResponsibilitiesCustomer Advisory & Enablement: Conduct consultative calls and workshops to distill complex compliance standards such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, GDPR, HITRUST, FedRAMP, and FDA CFR into actionable strategies.Framework Expertise: Act as the Subject Matter Expert on various cybersecurity frameworks, addressing customer inquiries, assessing control implementations, and resolving audit challenges.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Product and Engineering teams to integrate audit readiness and customer insights into our platform’s core structure.Sales & Customer Success Support: Equip Sales and Customer Success teams with essential resources, including talking points and battlecards, to ensure confidence during customer interactions.Policy & Controls: Lead the development, documentation, and ongoing enhancement of our internal compliance framework as well as customer-oriented best practices.Audit Preparedness: Organize readiness assessments and manage evidence collection to guarantee that both Delve and our customers are always audit-ready.QualificationsProven experience in governance, risk management, and compliance, particularly with frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, and GDPR.Strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with clients and internal teams.Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across different functions to achieve common goals.Experience in conducting workshops and training sessions.Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.

About the Role Waymo is looking for a Program Manager, AV Compliance, to lead regulatory response and compliance monitoring efforts in San Francisco. This position helps ensure that autonomous vehicle operations meet government regulations and industry standards. What You Will Do Oversee compliance programs focused on autonomous vehicle regulations Work closely with teams across Waymo to coordinate compliance activities Develop and refine strategies for responding to regulatory changes Support Waymo’s commitment to safety and ongoing innovation while managing regulatory requirements Location This role is based in San Francisco, USA.

At Discord, we are excited to welcome over 200 million users each month, primarily drawn by our vibrant gaming community. With over 90% of our users engaging in various games, they collectively spend an astounding 1.5 billion hours on our platform monthly. Discord is poised to play a pivotal role in the future of gaming, and we are dedicated to enhancing the experience of our users before, during, and after their gaming sessions.As a Staff Technical Program Manager within our Engineering organization, you will leverage your technical expertise to oversee company-wide initiatives, facilitate cross-team collaborations, and expedite the execution of our roadmap. You will play a crucial role in the Consumer Revenue and Revenue Infra teams, which are central to delivering premium experiences through products like Nitro, Shop, and Orbs. Your contributions will be essential in providing valuable premium services to our users while ensuring compliance and maintaining the quality of our free offerings. This position reports to the Senior Manager of TPM, and you will be responsible for steering revenue projects and compliance initiatives. If you are an innovative thinker with a knack for building strong partnerships, we invite you to apply!

Join Cloudflare as the Program Lead for our innovative initiative, Cloudflare for Students. In this dynamic role, you will be at the forefront of empowering the next generation of tech leaders through educational programs and resources. You will collaborate with educational institutions and organizations to create meaningful partnerships that enhance student learning experiences in the field of technology.Your responsibilities will include developing and implementing strategies to engage students, overseeing program operations, and evaluating the impact of our initiatives. If you are passionate about education and technology and have a track record of leading successful programs, we want to hear from you!

About the Role We are seeking an experienced Compliance Lead for Fair Lending to join our dynamic Business Advisory team at Chime. This pivotal role focuses on the development and implementation of fair lending practices that align with our innovative products and services. As a Fair Lending Lead, you will guide our product, marketing, credit risk, and data science/machine learning teams to ensure compliance with fair lending regulations. You will also provide essential advisory support for our Instant Loans product, continuously monitor regulatory changes, and recommend enhancements to maintain fairness and responsibility as we scale.

About the RoleJoin OpenAI as the Senior Global Extended Workforce Compliance Lead, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing effective compliance frameworks for our extended workforce program. Your expertise will be crucial in supporting OpenAI’s international growth by ensuring our operations align with legal and regulatory standards across various jurisdictions.Reporting directly to the Head of Extended Workforce, you will take charge of compliance strategy execution, governance, and operational excellence within OpenAI’s global ecosystem. Your mission will be to harmonize business dynamics with a robust compliance foundation, crafting clear and scalable guidance that translates legal requirements into actionable insights for diverse workforce engagement models.This is a hands-on position tailored for a proactive individual who excels in navigating ambiguity, simplifying complex compliance challenges for stakeholders, and driving resolutions in a fast-paced environment.As a key leader in operational compliance for our extended workforce initiative, you will collaborate closely with our Legal and Compliance teams on regulatory matters, ensuring alignment without offering legal advice.This role is available in San Francisco, Seattle, New York City, or Washington, DC. We embrace a hybrid work model, promoting three days in-office each week, and offer relocation assistance for new hires.Your Responsibilities:Lead the continuous enhancement of OpenAI’s extended workforce program, focusing on operating models, governance frameworks, and escalation processes.Create and uphold compliance guidance tailored to specific countries, supporting OpenAI’s global operations across different regions.Act as the main point of contact for extended workforce compliance across various regions and engagement styles.Collaborate closely with the Head of Extended Workforce to ensure compliance strategies align with business objectives and risk management.Develop and refine compliance standards, controls, and operational guidance that enhance efficiency and scalability.Ensure compliance frameworks are practical and closely aligned with operational realities.Continuously identify opportunities for improvement and implementation of compliance practices.

Role Overview OpenAI is seeking a Senior Legal Program Manager focused on Hardware Compliance to join the team in San Francisco. This position leads compliance efforts for hardware projects, working closely with colleagues across multiple disciplines. The role centers on maintaining regulatory standards and guiding hardware initiatives through complex compliance requirements. What You Will Do Drive hardware compliance programs from planning through execution Work alongside engineering, legal, and product teams to interpret and apply regulatory guidelines Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations affecting hardware products Shape and refine compliance strategies as technology and requirements evolve Impact This role helps define how OpenAI approaches hardware compliance, supporting the development of products that meet legal and regulatory expectations. The Senior Legal Program Manager’s expertise ensures that hardware projects are built with compliance in mind from the start.

Join Spring Health as a Senior Compliance Specialist in Business Resiliency, where your expertise in compliance and risk management will play a crucial role in safeguarding our operations. You will be responsible for developing and implementing compliance strategies, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. Your insights will help us maintain a resilient business model while supporting our commitment to providing exceptional mental health care.

Airbnb, Inc. is seeking a Programs and Business Operations Lead based in the United States. This role is part of the Chief Business Officer organization and plays a key part in Airbnb’s efforts to grow and expand internationally. The work extends beyond accommodations, focusing on high-quality stays, unique experiences, and new services that enhance Airbnb’s presence in local markets. Role overview The Programs and Business Operations Lead supports regional business goals by collaborating with leaders and teams across different functions. The position involves partnering with the Director of Regional Business Operations and Growth to drive initiatives that address the evolving needs of both hosts and guests. What you will do Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve regional objectives, working closely with leadership. Lead planning, execution, and assessment of projects that span multiple business areas. Responsibilities include defining challenges, proposing solutions, and managing dependencies among stakeholders. Organize and run operational meetings to ensure projects remain on track. Teams involved include field operations, marketing, product, and legal. Apply data analysis and analytical tools to develop insights that shape business strategy. Reporting structure This position reports directly to the Director of Programs and Business Operations.

Join Adyen as a Compliance Officer specializing in Card Networks, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring our operations meet regulatory requirements and industry standards. You will collaborate with various teams to assess compliance risks and implement effective measures to mitigate them. Your expertise will help shape our compliance culture and enhance our reputation in the industry.

Join amaehealth as an Operations Lead for Clinical Programs and play a pivotal role in enhancing our clinical operations. You will be responsible for overseeing the execution and delivery of clinical programs, ensuring adherence to the highest standards of quality and compliance. This position requires a strategic thinker with a passion for operational excellence and a commitment to improving patient outcomes.As an integral part of our team, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage program timelines, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Your expertise will help shape our clinical strategy and deliver innovative healthcare solutions.

Join bcforward3 as the R2R Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Lead, where you will play a crucial role in overseeing and enhancing our governance frameworks. Your expertise will help drive compliance initiatives and mitigate risks across the organization, ensuring we maintain the highest standards of integrity and accountability.

About the Role: As the Global Payroll and Tax Compliance Lead, you will spearhead our payroll operations and ensure compliance with tax regulations across multiple jurisdictions. Your expertise will be crucial in optimizing payroll processes while adhering to local and international laws. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design and implement payroll strategies that support our rapid growth and global expansion.Your Responsibilities:Oversee payroll processing for employees in various countries, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax regulations, including reporting and remittance.Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to streamline payroll systems and procedures.Monitor changes in payroll legislation and implement necessary updates.Provide guidance and training to team members on payroll and tax compliance best practices.

At Ripple, we’re shaping a future where value transfers as seamlessly as information does today. It’s ambitious, it’s transformative, and we’re already making it happen. Through our innovative crypto solutions, we are enhancing the global financial ecosystem for financial institutions, businesses, governments, and developers, fostering greater economic equity and opportunities for individuals worldwide. Join us to do the most meaningful work of your career while developing your skills in a supportive environment with colleagues who are invested in your success. If you’re excited to make a tangible impact and unlock remarkable career advancement opportunities, come aboard and help us create real-world value.YOUR ROLE:As a Senior Program Manager and Operations Specialist in Ecosystem Growth, you will oversee the management and scaling of high-quality program and operational processes for impactful global growth initiatives, including FinTech grants and accelerators, with an emphasis on expanding XRP Ledger (XRPL) blockchain adoption. This role is positioned at the nexus of program strategy and operational excellence, ensuring that our programs are executed efficiently and effectively at scale.Your responsibilities will include leading comprehensive program operations, collaborating cross-departmentally with Finance, Legal, Compliance, and Marketing teams to guarantee smooth execution. You will also manage critical global initiatives and partnerships, assist Ecosystem Managers in optimizing deal flow and award processes, and ensure timely communication and payments to grantees, vendors, and partners.This position is ideal for an individual who thrives in a dynamic startup environment and possesses a proven track record in creating and expanding programs that benefit fintech entrepreneurs, developers, and nascent startups.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Oversee the complete operations of ecosystem growth programs, including grants, accelerator initiatives, hackathons, and startup competitions.Facilitate global program expansion by ensuring consistent, high-quality execution across various regions.Collaborate with finance, legal, compliance, and marketing teams to ensure seamless program delivery and governance.Monitor budgets, process payments, and uphold fiscal accountability.Maintain CRMs and dashboards to track key program metrics, objectives, and successes.Develop presentations to highlight program outcomes for internal discussions and key industry events and developer conferences.Coordinate strategic initiatives and promotional efforts for program marketing.Continuously identify operational bottlenecks and implement process enhancements.

About GustoAt Gusto, we are dedicated to empowering the small business economy by taking care of the complexities involved in payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR. This allows business owners to concentrate on their passion and their customers. With teams located in Denver, San Francisco, and New York, we proudly support over 500,000 small businesses across the nation and are committed to creating a workplace that mirrors the diverse community we serve. All full-time employees are offered competitive base salaries, comprehensive benefits, and equity (RSUs) because we believe that everyone who contributes to Gusto’s growth should partake in its success. Compensation is tailored based on role, level, and location. For more details, please refer to our Total Rewards philosophy. At Gusto, artificial intelligence is integral to our operations. We encourage all team members to actively utilize AI tools relevant to their roles and to enhance their skills as technology advances. The specific AI experience required may differ by role and will be evaluated during the interview process.About the Role:The Compliance Lead, Broker-Dealer & Investment Adviser is a pivotal senior position within the Gusto Retirement Compliance Team, reporting directly to the Head of Compliance. This role serves as the operational foundation of the compliance program, overseeing the compliance initiatives for our Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) and Broker-Dealer (BD) entities, including their AI governance frameworks, and acting as a trusted senior contributor to the RIA/BD Compliance team.In this capacity, you will establish the supervisory architecture (including governance of AI tools utilized in compliance), promote exam readiness, and ensure the program is efficiently managed, comprehensively documented, and resilient under SEC and FINRA scrutiny. This role is not limited to policy creation nor is it passive in technology usage. It demands an individual who can seamlessly transition between strategic oversight and hands-on execution, who comprehensively understands the nuances of managing a compliance program within a regulated financial services environment, and who can act as a supervisory principal over AI, ensuring that tools are employed legally, outputs are verified, and the program adapts to evolving regulatory expectations.About the Team:Gusto operates RIA and BD affiliated entities, catering to clients across the retirement savings spectrum. Our Compliance Team is a streamlined, high-impact unit responsible for upholding robust, defensible compliance programs across both regulatory landscapes, designed to scale with the business.

Why Join UsAt Brex, we are revolutionizing the way businesses manage their finances through our AI-driven spend platform. Our integrated solutions encompass corporate cards, banking, and global payments, accompanied by intuitive software for travel and expenses. We proudly serve tens of thousands of businesses, ranging from startups to large enterprises, including notable names like DoorDash, Flexport, and Compass. Our mission is to empower companies to confidently control their spending, optimize costs, and enhance efficiency on a global scale.Joining Brex means pushing boundaries, challenging norms, and collaborating with some of the brightest minds in the industry. We are dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive culture, believing that your potential should only be limited by your ambitions. We provide the necessary tools, resources, and support for you to advance your career.Engineering at BrexOur engineering teams focus on creating scalable systems with speed and precision. We have diverse teams across Software, Data, Security, and IT that work with high autonomy and deep collaboration. We tackle complex technical challenges, take ownership of our outcomes, and strive for excellence in every phase, from architecture to deployment, fostering an environment where engineering is viewed as a craft and innovators become leaders.What You’ll DoAs a Senior GRC Engineer in Brex’s Governance, Risk, and Compliance function, you will play a pivotal role in advancing our compliance maturity. You will expertly merge compliance knowledge with technical execution to spearhead essential GRC processes that mitigate risk, ensure compliance, and cultivate trust with our clients and partners. Your efforts will enhance the technical foundation of our Trust program by automating security controls, integrating security tools with GRC platforms, and creating scalable processes that enable efficient compliance as we enter new markets. You will operate at the crossroads of security, engineering, and compliance, translating regulatory demands into actionable technical solutions while building automated processes that eliminate manual work.Your expertise in frameworks such as SOC 2, PCI DSS, ISO 27001, and AI governance will be essential in designing controls for emerging compliance needs and enhancing existing programs through automation and continuous monitoring. You will support initiatives in Trust Assurance, Third Party Risk Management, and other Security Risk Management projects. By collaborating with our Engineering, Infrastructure, and Product teams, you will help translate compliance frameworks into actionable technical controls, developing automated systems that facilitate world-class security as Brex continues to grow.