Compliance Program Management Lead

• 12+ years of experience managing global programs or projects in regulated industries, preferably within fintech, Finance or Compliance functions
• Deep understanding of SOX, internal controls, or similar regulatory frameworks
• Remote-first opportunity for US-based employees with the option to work in-person out of our Manhattan office; this role requires regular collaboration during Pacific Time hours (11am to 7pm) PST to stay aligned with both U.S. and Australia-based teams

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We’re looking for a detail-oriented,
Compliance Transformational Program Lead to join our Legal, Enterprise Risk & Compliance team. This role is critical in scaling and managing key enterprise-wide compliance initiatives, with initial focus on Zip’s SOX program across Group, US and ANZ regions
. You'll collaborate with stakeholders across functions such as Finance, Legal, Risk & Compliance (LRC), Credit, Data, HR and Technology, as well as external consultants to drive structure, clarity, and accountability for high-visibility risk and compliance efforts.

You’ll bring deep experience managing cross-functional programs, strong executive communication skills, and the ability to navigate evolving regulatory and operational requirements with precision. This is a remote-first opportunity for US-based employees, with the option to work in-person at our Manhattan office.

• Lead end-to-end execution of the SOX program across Group, US and ANZ entities, ensuring timelines, documentation, and control owner engagement are met
• Partner with internal stakeholders, as well as external consultants to coordinate readiness and response for control assessments and audits
• Develop, maintain, and socialize project plans, risk registers, and action trackers across multiple work streams
• Provide structured, recurring program updates to senior leaders and governance forums
• Build operational reporting and dashboards to track remediation, readiness, and milestones
• Drive global coordination of compliance and risk initiatives, ensuring alignment across regions and functions
• Identify opportunities for automation and tooling—leveraging AI where possible to improve program delivery and reporting accuracy
• Support program intake, prioritization, and change management across the compliance portfolio
• Ensure documentation and records meet regulatory and internal policy requirements

• 8+ years of experience managing global programs or projects in regulated industries, preferably within fintech, Finance or Compliance functions
• Deep understanding of SOX, internal controls, or similar regulatory frameworks
• Qualifications in project management (e.g., PMP)
• Demonstrated ability to communicate program risks, dependencies, and outcomes to executive stakeholders
• Strong project planning, risk management, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience working with or across LRC, Finance, or Technology teams in a global context
• Proficiency with project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Confluence)
• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and deliver in fast-paced environments
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving clarity across matrixed teams
• Familiarity with how AI and automation intersect with enterprise risk or compliance tooling is a plus

Zip is a place where you’ll get out what you put in. The newness of our sector means we need to move at pace and embrace change, and our promise to you when you join the team is that you’ll feel empowered and trusted to make big things happen quickly.

We want you to feel welcome and as though you have the support to be yourself, and care for yourself ause it’s important to us that you make the most of the opportunities you’ll get to grow your skills and your career, and be surrounded by smart, friendly people and leaders that have your back.

We think these are just some of the best things about being a Zipster. We will also offer you:

• Flexible working culture
• Incentive programs
• Unlimited PTO
• Generous paid parental leave
• Leading family support policies
• Company-sponsored 401k match
• Learning and wellness subscription stipend
• Bea…