What are the responsibilities and job description for the Compliance Director position at Veteran Hiring Solutions?
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Are you a U.S. military veteran with a strong background in compliance, legal policy, or risk management? Veteran Hiring Solutions is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Compliance Director to lead corporate compliance initiatives for a forward-thinking electric mobility company. As a key member of the Legal Team, you will be responsible for building and managing a comprehensive compliance program that ensures adherence to federal and state regulations, minimizes risk, and aligns with strategic business goals. Your leadership will help shape the legal and ethical foundation of a company that is redefining the future of transportation.
Why This Role?
This is a unique opportunity to architect and lead a company-wide compliance program in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll be part of a pioneering team driving innovation in electric mobility while safeguarding operational integrity and ethical standards. Your service, leadership, and legal acumen will be instrumental in helping the organization navigate complex regulatory landscapes.
What You’ll Do
Compliance Program Development & Oversight:
Only U.S. Military Veterans are eligible to apply. If you served in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Space Force, Reserves, or National Guard, and have extensive experience in compliance, risk management, or legal strategy, we want to hear from you. Your leadership, precision, and integrity make you a natural fit for this critical role.
Requirements
Full white glove relocation package. Benefits package to include retirement plan. More information will be presented during the interview process.
Are you a U.S. military veteran with a strong background in compliance, legal policy, or risk management? Veteran Hiring Solutions is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Compliance Director to lead corporate compliance initiatives for a forward-thinking electric mobility company. As a key member of the Legal Team, you will be responsible for building and managing a comprehensive compliance program that ensures adherence to federal and state regulations, minimizes risk, and aligns with strategic business goals. Your leadership will help shape the legal and ethical foundation of a company that is redefining the future of transportation.
Why This Role?
This is a unique opportunity to architect and lead a company-wide compliance program in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll be part of a pioneering team driving innovation in electric mobility while safeguarding operational integrity and ethical standards. Your service, leadership, and legal acumen will be instrumental in helping the organization navigate complex regulatory landscapes.
What You’ll Do
Compliance Program Development & Oversight:
- Develop and lead the implementation of a comprehensive, risk-based corporate compliance program.
- Create and regularly update internal policies, procedures, controls, and training programs to maintain regulatory alignment.
- Design and execute internal audits to evaluate compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Lead strategic and tactical compliance planning, ensuring alignment with industry regulations and corporate priorities.
- Monitor and interpret complex regulatory requirements; provide strategic advice to executive leadership.
- Collaborate with stakeholders across legal, operations, and business units to assess and mitigate compliance risks.
- Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and industry-specific regulations affecting the organization.
- Respond to regulatory inquiries and interface with external agencies and auditors as the primary compliance contact.
- Lead investigations into compliance violations, recommend and enforce corrective actions, and maintain audit-ready records.
- Partner with leadership teams to integrate compliance frameworks across departments and drive a culture of ethical excellence.
- Present compliance updates and risk reports to Executive Leadership and key stakeholders.
- Guide internal teams, outside counsel, and service providers in maintaining legal and regulatory readiness.
Only U.S. Military Veterans are eligible to apply. If you served in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Space Force, Reserves, or National Guard, and have extensive experience in compliance, risk management, or legal strategy, we want to hear from you. Your leadership, precision, and integrity make you a natural fit for this critical role.
Requirements
- Must have served in the U.S. Armed Forces (active duty, reserves, or guard).
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s or JD preferred).
- 8 years of experience in compliance, legal, or risk management roles.
- 3–5 years of leadership experience preferred.
- Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP) or equivalent.
- Deep knowledge of compliance frameworks, risk management, and regulatory law.
- Experience with audits, internal controls, and corporate policy development.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and deadline management.
- Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence at all levels of the organization.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with legal platforms and Microsoft Office tools (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint).
Full white glove relocation package. Benefits package to include retirement plan. More information will be presented during the interview process.
