Director of International Compliance (Remote)

Soles4SoulsNashville, TN

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Overview

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Full-time

Career level

Director

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Job Description

Position: Director of International Compliance

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer

Soles4Souls Mission: Soles4Souls turns shoes and clothing into educational and economic opportunities.

Our CORE values: Transparency, Entrepreneurial, Accountable, Meaningful – represent who we are!

Summary: Soles4Souls is looking for a Director of International Compliance who will be responsible for designing, overseeing, and continuously strengthening Soles4Souls' global compliance framework. This role ensures adherence to international, U.S., and local regulations; donor and grant requirements; and financial and ethical standards across all global operations. Serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, the Director proactively identifies and mitigates compliance risks while promoting a culture of transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct. The position partners closely with all teams and departments to support compliant, mission-driven impact worldwide.

Primary Responsibilities:

Global Compliance Strategy & Leadership

* Design, implement, and continuously improve the organization's international compliance program.

* Establish enterprise-wide compliance policies, procedures, and controls aligned with best practices.

* Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership and the Board on international compliance risks and mitigation strategies.

Regulatory, Legal & Governance Oversight

* Ensure compliance with international, U.S., and local laws.

* Oversee compliance for international entities, branches, affiliates, and fiscal sponsorships.

* Coordinate with legal counsel on regulatory filings, audits, and investigations.

* Monitor evolving regulatory environments and assessing impact on global operations.

Donor, Grant & Contract Compliance

* Provide executive oversight of donor compliance for government, foundation, and institutional funders.

* Review and interpret complex grant and contract requirements.

* Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant reporting of donor-funded activities.

* Partner with program and finance teams to ensure restricted funds are managed in accordance with donor intent.

Financial Compliance & Risk Management

* Oversee compliance with international financial regulations, including anti-money laundering (AML), sanctions screening, and anti-terrorism regulations.

* Ensure robust internal controls for cross-border transactions and financial reporting.

* Lead global compliance risk assessments and remediation plans.

* Support internal and external audits related to international operations.

Ethics, Investigations & Internal Controls

* Maintain and enforce codes of conduct and ethics policies.

* Recommend corrective actions and ensure effective implementation on any violations.

* Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and ethical conduct organization wide.

Training, Capacity Building & Communication

* Develop and deliver compliance training for staff, leadership, and international partners.

* Provide guidance to country offices on compliance standards and expectations.

* Ensure consistent compliance messaging across regions and departments.

Qualifications, Skills and Capabilities:

* Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree in Law, Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or International Affairs strongly preferred.

* 10+ years of progressive experience in compliance, international finance, legal compliance, or risk management.

* Demonstrated experience leading compliance programs in multi-country or global organizations, with international subsidiaries, affiliates, or fiscal sponsors.

* Deep knowledge of international donor compliance, sanctions laws, AML regulations, and nonprofit governance.

* Strong leadership, judgment, and stakeholder management skills.

* Experience working with executive leadership and Boards  

* Strategic thinking and executive presence

* High ethical standards and sound judgment

* Risk assessment and mitigation

* Cross-cultural leadership

* Clear and persuasive communication

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

There may be times when you are working at our warehouse or in a capacity outside of your physical office space. Please note that these physical requirements are not exhaustive, and Soles4Souls may add additional job-related physical demands to these if the need arises:

Lifting: The ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds if necessary.

Standing: Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.

Sitting: Sit for long periods while working at a desk or computer.

Walking: Walk or move around the work area as needed.

Bending and Stooping: Occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, or crouch to access equipment or perform tasks.

Reaching: Reach overhead, horizontally, and down to access materials or equipment.

Vision: Must have clear vision, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Hearing: Hear and communicate effectively in person and over the phone.

Manual Dexterity: Use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls.

Repetitive Motion: Perform repetitive tasks, such as data entry, for extended periods of time.

Work Environment: Be able to work in various environments, including indoor and outdoor settings, and be exposed to varying weather conditions if applicable.

Compensation: To provide greater transparency to candidates, we share base pay ranges for all US-based job postings regardless of state. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including skills, depth of work experience and relevant licenses/credentials, and may vary from the listed below.

S4S is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from candidates of color and other diverse backgrounds. Competitive salary. Benefits include medical insurance with 80% employer coverage, HRA account, 100% dental insurance & vision coverage, long-term disability, life, 401K with up to 6% employer match, professional development benefits, open FTO and paid parental leave.

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Soles4Souls offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Parental and Family Leave, Flexible/Unlimited PTO, Career Development, and 401k Matching/Retirement Savings for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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