Senior Manager, Enterprise Compliance (Americas)

Role Overview

The Senior Manager, Enterprise Compliance (Americas) serves as a key partner in advancing the Americas Compliance program through governance, program management, monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role collaborates with Legal and business stakeholders to support compliance risk assessments, policy and procedure management, compliance reporting, training and awareness programs, and remediation tracking.

The position develops and analyzes compliance metrics, prepares management reporting, facilitates cross-functional collaboration, and helps drive consistent implementation of compliance program requirements across the Americas. Through effective coordination and stakeholder engagement, the role supports a strong culture of compliance and accountability while enhancing the overall effectiveness and maturity of the Compliance program.

In addition to program governance and operational oversight, the role is expected to contribute to the strategic evolution of the Compliance function by identifying emerging risks, recommending enterprise-wide solutions, and helping shape the long-term compliance roadmap for the Americas.

Duties & Responsibilities

Compliance Governance & Program Coordination

- Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of the Americas compliance governance framework

- Lead compliance activities across the U.S., Canada, and Latin America to promote consistent application of company policies and compliance requirements

- Conduct periodic compliance risk assessments and identifying opportunities for control improvements

- Facilitate governance meetings, compliance committees, and cross-functional working groups.

- Track compliance initiatives, action plans, and program deliverables across multiple business functions

- Monitor regulatory developments and coordinate updates to compliance processes, policies, and procedures as needed

- Maintain compliance documentation, records, and governance materials

Compliance Program Management

- Lead administration and continuous improvement of key compliance programs across the region

- Coordinate oversight activities for programs owned by functional stakeholders, including:

- Third-Party Risk Management and Due Diligence

- Forced Labor and Responsible Sourcing Compliance

- Records Retention and Information Governance

- Product Compliance Governance

- Monitor program performance metrics and track remediation efforts resulting from audits, assessments, and reviews

- Partner with Legal, Supply Chain, HR, Internal Audit, and other functions to support compliance objectivesMaintain program documentation, procedures, reporting materials, and evidence of compliance activities

Monitoring, Reporting & Compliance Analytics

- Lead the development and maintenance compliance dashboards, scorecards, and reporting tools

- Analyze compliance data, trends, and key metrics to identify areas of risk or opportunities for improvement

- Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports for Legal leadership, management committees, and regional stakeholders

- Support compliance monitoring activities and periodic program effectiveness reviews

- Track corrective actions and remediation plans to ensure timely completion and resolution

- Assist with regulatory inquiries, internal reviews, and audit-related requests

Strategic Compliance Planning & Enterprise Risk Management

- Partner with Legal and business leadership to support the development and execution of the Americas compliance strategy, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives, organizational priorities, and evolving regulatory expectations

- Evaluate emerging compliance, regulatory, and business risks to identify potential impacts, opportunities, and long-term program enhancements

- Develop forward-looking recommendations to strengthen compliance program effectiveness, governance maturity, risk mitigation capabilities, and organizational accountability

- Lead strategic assessments of compliance trends, benchmarking activities, and industry best practices to inform program evolution and continuous improvement initiatives

- Support development of multi-year compliance roadmaps, including prioritization of key initiatives, governance enhancements, technology solutions, and process improvements

- Provide strategic insights and data-driven recommendations to senior leadership regarding compliance risks, program performance, and emerging areas of focus

- Promote an enterprise-wide perspective by identifying cross-functional compliance themes, systemic risks, and opportunities to drive greater consistency, efficiency, and risk awareness across the organization

Compliance Education & Awareness

- Administer compliance training platforms, reporting, and training assignments

- Coordinate annual compliance training campaigns and awareness initiatives

- Support development and maintenance of compliance communications and educational materials

- Deliver compliance training sessions and awareness presentations as needed

- Track training completion, effectiveness measures, and related compliance metrics

- Coordinate governance committee materials, agendas, and meeting documentation

Project Management & Continuous Improvement

- Lead and support compliance-related projects and process improvement initiatives

- Develop project plans, timelines, and status reporting for compliance initiatives

- Assist with annual compliance planning and budget tracking

- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and user experience within compliance processes

- Support benchmarking efforts and adoption of compliance best practices

Experience & Qualifications

Education Level

- Bachelors Degree (or equivalent experience) in Business, Legal Studies, Compliance, Risk Management, Public Administration, Finance, or a related field.

Experience Level

- 8 + years experience in:

- Compliance, legal operations, risk management, governance, audit, internal controls, or a related field;

- Supporting and enhancing corporate compliance programs within a complex, matrixed organization;

- Conducting compliance risk assessments, developing compliance reporting and metrics, and supporting governance frameworks;

- Managing compliance projects and driving cross-functional initiatives;

- Developing and delivering compliance training, communications, and awareness programs;

- Partnering with senior business leaders and functional stakeholders to address compliance risks and business objectives

- 8 + years experience in supporting regulatory inquiries, audits, assessments, or compliance reviews

- 8+ years of experience in prior people leadership or project leadership experience

Licenses/certifications

- Professional compliance, risk, audit, or governance certification preferred (CCEP, GRCP, CRCM, CIA, CISA, or equivalent)

Software/Technical Skills

- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)

- Knowledge of compliance management systems, learning management systems, governance platforms, reporting tools, or workflow automation solutions Preferred

Other Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

- Strong knowledge of corporate compliance program principles, governance frameworks, and risk management practices

- Demonstrated ability to assess compliance risks and support the implementation of practical, business-focused solutions

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and develop actionable recommendations

- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

- Ability to build credibility and influence stakeholders across all organizational levels without direct authority

- Strong facilitation and collaboration skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and working groups

- Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and handle sensitive matters with professionalism and discretion

- Commitment to fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement

Additional Details for This Role

This role will be a hybrid role. Subject to business needs, employees may work remotely up to two days per week. Assigned office days will be determined by your manager. #LI-Hybrid

Base Salary

The targeted base salary range for this position is $ 140,000.00- $ 165,000.00 per year.Base salary is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the successful candidate, as well as factors such as internal equity, cost of labor in the hiring location, and alignment with market data.

Additional Compensation

This position is eligible for a 20% bonus at 100% of target, with the opportunity to achieve above 100% dependent on company performance and in alignment with company bonus plans.Bonus awards are discretionary and contingent upon individual performance as well as Brother achieving its corporate objectives, in accordance with the applicable bonus plan in effect