Director, Compliance Job Listing at Mastercard in New York, NY (Job ID R-260626-New York, United States of America, 10016)

Description

Our Purpose

Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.

Title and Summary

Director, Compliance Overview

Mastercard Strategic Growth (MSG) seeks a Director, Compliance who will actively participate in the development and implementation of, and operationalize, the day-to-day management of a robust compliance program for the MSG business.

Role
• Develop relationships and work cross-functionally across the business, legal, regulatory, franchise and subject matter experts to identify, assess and mitigate potential Compliance risks pertaining to MSG businesses (e.g. AML, Sanctions, Licensing, government and strategic partners etc.)
• Perform comprehensive due diligence in accordance with MSG and Mastercard procedures (including identification, verification and monitoring) on prospective, new and existing: partners, alliance members, customer service providers, customers, sponsors, vendors and other ecosystem stakeholders (collectively, “MSG participants”) to ensure compliance with relevant Standards and Policies
• Provide support throughout MSG participant and product lifecycles to evaluate and mitigate potential Compliance risks
• Navigate different regulatory environments across various geographies
• Provide support in drafting/reviewing compliance provisions to mitigate potential Compliance risks in various agreements and arrangements
• Review and analyze (and continuously monitor) local laws and regulations and industry standards as they pertain to Compliance matters relevant to MSG products and MSG participants
• Support product development processes as it pertains to Compliance matters, including Compliance review and analysis of market legal scans and Compliance review and clearance of products and enhancements in Product Studio and LFI OneTrust Studio
• Work with relevant business and legal teams to develop solutions for meeting MSG participant needs and advancing MSG strategic initiatives while minimizing potential Compliance risks to Mastercard and other ecosystem participants
• Document the review and resolution process followed for each Compliance issue that arises so that a clear, auditable trail is available of decisions made and actions taken
• Create and deliver relevant, practical and actionable educational sessions designed to reinforce Mastercard's Compliance principles throughout the evolution of the business
• Provide input to Compliance Program Risk Assessments to identify potential Compliance risks and develop strategies to mitigate these risks
• Establish and maintain Compliance Program tracking and metrics to identify trends and establish action items for program preservation and enhancements; provide regular reporting to Global Mastercard Compliance
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in MSG Compliance processes and practices, leveraging technology and best practices
• Direct and oversee regular monitoring of transaction activity including handling L3 escalations with MTS.

All About You
• Demonstrated success in managing a regulatory compliance program
• Experience with Compliance program requirements (including AML, Sanctions, Licensing) and familiarity with the Bureau Van Dijk (BVD) system, Power Automate and Copilot Agents to automate manual processes
• Familiarity with MTS sanction screening process is a plus.
• Knowledge of traditional and non-traditional banking/financial operations and experience in payments-related and technology services is preferred; experience working in international development, with Governments and multi-lateral organizations in strategic growth segments and geographies is desirable
• Sound judgment with ability to build rapport and drive results at all levels
• Proven ability to work independently or as a team player and function effectively in a dynamic, fast paced environment while handling multiple projects and consistently meeting deadlines
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, organizational and written/verbal communication skills; ability to influence and negotiate with senior leadership is critical
• ACAMS Certification preferred
• Limited travel may be required Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly.

Corporate Security Responsibility

All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:

• Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;

• Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;

• Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and

• Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.

In line with Mastercard's total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. The base salary offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance); flexible spending account and health savings account; paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave); 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time, 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire; 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays; 401k with a best-in-class company match; deferred compensation for eligible roles; fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities; eligibility for tuition reimbursement; and many more.

Pay Ranges

Purchase, New York: $162,000 - $259,000 USD

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