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Richemont, one of the world leaders in the luxury sector, has various Houses specializing in jewelry, watches and high-end accessories.Each Maison proudly embodies a tradition of style, quality and craftsmanship and Richemont strives to preserve the heritage and identity specific to each of them.At the same time, we are committed to innovating and designing new products in line with the values ​​of our Houses, through a process of permanent creativity.

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Director, Risk & Compliance – Cartier North America

Finance | New York, NY

Role Overview

The Risk and Compliance Director is a strategic and analytical leader responsible for defining and driving the organization’s Compliance roadmap across North America, one of the company’s top strategic initiatives.

This role ensures Cartier’s adherence to internal controls, group and brand policies, and relevant regulations across North America. This role is pivotal in safeguarding the integrity of financial and operational processes by proactively identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks, including sophisticated fraud schemes, through advanced data analysis and foresight.

Beyond traditional oversight, the Director acts as a key business partner, embedding robust control frameworks, enhancing decision-making, driving continuous improvement and process transformation. A significant aspect of this role involves leading ROI-driven compliance projects to optimize efficiency while protecting the organization.

In parallel, the role plays a key part in advancing the organization’s sustainability compliance and analytics agenda, ensuring that environmental commitments, particularly CO₂ measurement and reporting, are supported by robust financial methodologies, reliable data, and decision-grade analytics.

Responsibilities

Risk and control / Compliance Project

This role will lead one of the company’s key strategic transformation programs, supported by a dedicated cross-department project team and co-lead and provide regular strategic updates to the Executive Committee, escalating key risks, decisions, and resource needs to accelerate execution.

• Enhance compliance monitoring processes and systems.

• Define scope, timelines, and deliverables; track progress and risks; ensure completion within budget and quality standards.

• Drive continuous improvement by challenging existing processes, streamlining workflows, and embedding automation and analytics.

Risk Management & Fraud Prevention

• Proactively identify and assess financial and operational risks.

• Design and monitor mitigation strategies in collaboration with business partners.

• Stay ahead of emerging risks, regulatory changes, and fraud trends.

• Lead fraud risk assessments, scenario planning, and monitoring of fraud indicators.

Internal Control System & Policy Compliance

• ICS Oversight: Update, review, and analyze monthly ICS reports; identify anomalies, trends, and risks; coordinate remediation with relevant teams.

• Regional Alignment: Serve as primary liaison with Regional ICS Management; ensure brand needs are represented, provide feedback, and propose framework improvements.

• Training & Awareness: Deliver brand-specific training on ICS requirements and best practices.

• Policy Governance: Regularly review and approve localized policies; embed mistake-proofing checks; ensure alignment with group standards; investigate and escalate violations.

Sustainability

This role will play a critical part in advancing our organization's commitment to sustainability, specifically from a financial and analytical perspective.

• Developing and Refining CO2 Measurement Methodologies: Partner with different departments to establish and continuously improve robust methodologies for measuring and reporting our CO2 emissions.

• Driving Tool and Method Development: Collaborate with relevant internal teams (e.g., operations, supply chain, IT) to identify, develop, and implement innovative tools and processes that enhance our ability to accurately quantify, track, and analyze our environmental footprint.

• Providing Financial Expertise for Sustainability Initiatives: Offer financial insights and support to various sustainability projects, ensuring that our environmental goals are integrated with financial planning and reporting. This includes contributing to the development of business cases for sustainable investments and monitoring their financial and environmental returns.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.

• 8+ years’ experience in FP&A, audit (internal/external), or compliance.

• ERP system knowledge (SAP, Power BI, Looker)

• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and risk management methodologies.

• Proven project management experience.

• Preferred: CIA, CPA, or equivalent certification.

• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and data analysis skills.

• Luxury retail experience a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Technical Expertise: Strong foundation in accounting, internal controls, and risk management.

• Project Management: Skilled at leading cross-functional projects from design to implementation.

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret complex data, detect anomalies, and draw insights.

• Influence & Communication: Clear, persuasive communicator able to engage stakeholders at all levels.

• Proactivity & Foresight: Anticipates risks and proposes solutions ahead of time.

• Integrity: Demonstrates high ethical standards and champions compliance culture.

• Fraud Awareness: Familiarity with fraud schemes, red flags, and prevention strategies.

• ROI Mindset: Ability to balance compliance rigor with business efficiency.

Richemont offers a generous compensation and benefits package for eligible employees. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

We Offer – United States

Employee wellbeing is a top priority at Richemont. We offer a comprehensive benefits program to support employees and their loved ones. Our core benefits include medical, dental, and vision programs. Health savings and flexible spending accounts are also available. The company offers income protection solutions including life insurance, disability benefits, and 401(k) with employer match. Understanding the importance of work-life balance, our total rewards include paid time off, a wellness reimbursement benefit, and access to the employee assistance program. Employees are encouraged to make a difference in their local communities with volunteer days off, supporting initiatives that drive change.

At Richemont, We Craft the Future!

Expected Salary Range: $175,000-195,000

Salary will be determined based on relevant skills and experience.

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