Director Regulatory Compliance

Our story

Strada is a technology-enabled, people powered company committed to delivering world-class payroll, human capital management, and financial management solutions to organizations globally.

With a team of more than 8,000 experts and over 30 years of expertise, Strada blends leading-edge technology with human ingenuity to help businesses across the globe design and deliver at scale. Supporting over 1,400 customers in 33 countries, Strada partners with customers at every stage of their journey, to help drive their vision forward.

It’s why we’re so driven to connect passion with purpose. Our team’s experience in human insights and cloud technology gives companies and employees around the world the ability to power confident decisions, for life.

With a comprehensive total rewards package, continuing education and training, and tremendous potential with a growing global organization, Strada is the perfect place to put your passion to work.

To learn more about us, visit stradaglobal.com

Global Compliance Director

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for delivery and maintenance of all facets of the Corporate Compliance Programme, including Code of Conduct; global Speak-Up process; Gifts & Entertainment process; Corporate Compliance communications, Training and Interventions; Compliance Reporting and Corporate Compliance programme assessment.
• Plan and establish annual training programs on various Compliance topics, as well as the establishment of action plans for training, operation, and reporting of results.
• Support the Company in the carve-out of the Corporate Compliance function following divesture from the Parent Company.
• Management of global Compliance team members.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to support the Compliance program requirements throughout the Company.
• Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of Anti-Corruption related controls to efficiently manage Corruption risks across the Company and ensure effective implementation of Anti-Corruption Policies and Procedures.
• Implement and maintain the Sanctions Compliance program, including governance, policy and procedures, transaction monitoring and sanctions screening, independent testing, and any other issues relating to sanctions requirements.
• Oversee Compliance vendors, including selection, implementation and management.
• Manage Compliance matters related to personal conflicts of interest, including partnering with Internal Audit.
• Collect, analyze, and develop reports on applicable Ethics & Compliance data and metrics.
• Support the Company Chief Legal Officer in gathering and preparing Compliance-related materials for reporting purposes.
• Manage Speak-Up, Whistleblowing investigation and reporting processes.
• Monitor regulatory developments in Compliance practices and provide updates.

About You

• Degree in Law (or other relevant qualification).
• Minimum 8-10 years' combined experience as a practicing compliance/ethics professional in top tier law firm(s) or in-house.
• Experience within the Global Payroll sector preferrable.
• Experience and working knowledge of managing and/or implementing ESG /Sustainability.
• Experience and working knowledge of US and Canada laws/regulations governing financial transactions, including operating as a money transmitter/third party processor/third party sender.
• Experience to lead/manage significant parts of a Compliance program for an international organization.
• In-depth understanding of anti-bribery and anti-corruption Compliance programs to meet requirements of applicable global anti-corruption laws.
• Experience in implementing and developing a Sanctions screening program.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, listening, presentation skills, ability to work and communicate in a diverse global organization.
• Team player, with cultural awareness and curiosity, willing to work with other functions and members of the global business.
• Capable of taking and leading on a demanding role, while remaining a 'hands-on' compliance professional with energy and engagement in the day-today work.

Benefits

We offer programs and plans for a healthy mind, body, wallet and life because it’s important our benefits care for the whole person. Options include a variety of health coverage options, wellbeing and support programs, retirement, vacation and sick leave, maternity, paternity & adoption leave, continuing education and training as well as a number of voluntary benefit options. 

By applying for a position with Strada, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Strada’s employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, and criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, credit check, and/or drug test.  You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Strada is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We know that diverse teams are stronger, more innovative, and more successful.

At Strada, we welcome and embrace all individuals, regardless of their background, and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive. Join us in building a brighter, more inclusive future.

Diversity Policy Statement

Strada is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against anyone based on sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal, state or local law.   In addition, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in the employment of qualified minorities, women, disabled persons, disabled veterans and other covered veterans.

Strada provides reasonable accommodations to the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices and observances, unless doing so would result in undue hardship. Applicants for employment may request a reasonable accommodation/modification by contacting his/her recruiter.

Authorization to work in the Employing Country

Applicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Strada.

Note, this job description does not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Strada business units.

We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

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Pay Transparency Statement: Alight considers a variety of factors in determining whether to extend an offer of employment and in setting the appropriate compensation level, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s experience, education, certification/credentials, market data, internal equity, and geography. Alight makes these decisions on an individualized, non-discriminatory basis. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. Alight also offers a comprehensive benefits package; for specific details on our benefits package, please visit: https://bit.ly/Alight_Benefits

DISCLAIMER:

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.