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Director, Legal Compliance

Mastercard

Purchase, NY · full time · Director

$177,000 – $283,000

Listed on Mastercard’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.

What this role is

This director-level role oversees Mastercard's global sanctions and export control compliance programs, ensuring the company meets international regulatory requirements and manages financial crime risks. The position suits experienced compliance professionals with deep expertise in sanctions regulations who can lead cross-functional teams and drive program improvements across a large global enterprise.

Our summary, not Mastercard’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

What they ask for

Required

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Domain expertise in economic sanctions and export controls
  • Operational experience managing sanctions-related processes, risk assessments, and controls
  • Experience advising internal and external clients on sanctions issues
  • Ability to manage work independently and efficiently in fast-paced environment
  • Ability to prioritize multiple assignments
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Comfortable presenting to senior management

Nice to have

  • JD or Master's degree
  • ACAMS Certification
  • Experience in Financial Crimes Compliance environment

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