Trade Compliance, ESG, and Risk Management Director

Solidigm
Summary
Join Solidigm, a multibillion-dollar global memory industry powerhouse, as their Trade Compliance, ESG, and Risk Management Director. This strategic leadership role ensures adherence to international trade laws, drives ESG initiatives, and oversees risk management frameworks. You will mitigate regulatory risks, enhance sustainability, and uphold ethical business practices. Responsibilities include developing and implementing trade compliance policies, leading ESG strategy, and identifying/mitigating corporate risks. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred), 10+ years of relevant experience, and strong knowledge of international trade laws, ESG regulations, and risk management principles.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Law, Sustainability, or related field
- Minimum 10+ years in trade compliance, ESG, and/or risk management roles
- Strong knowledge of international trade laws, ESG regulations, and risk management principles
- Proven leadership experience in a corporate compliance environment
- Experience with regulatory agencies, such as OFAC, BIS, SEC, or EU compliance bodies
- Deep understanding of global regulatory frameworks and compliance standards
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to develop and implement cross-functional strategies
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- High ethical standards and attention to detail
Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with global trade laws, including import/export regulations, sanctions, and customs requirements
- Develop and maintain trade compliance policies, procedures, and training programs
- Monitor regulatory changes and advise leadership on potential business impacts
- Conduct risk assessments related to trade operations and implement mitigation strategies
- Oversee compliance with trade agreements, tariffs, and embargoes
- Collaborate with legal, procurement, and supply chain teams to enforce compliance policies
- Lead ESG strategy development and implementation aligned with corporate objectives
- Establish sustainability goals and initiatives, including carbon footprint reduction and ethical sourcing
- Ensure ESG reporting compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., SEC, EU Taxonomy, GRI, SASB)
- Engage with stakeholders, investors, and regulatory bodies on ESG performance
- Develop corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs and diversity & inclusion initiatives
- Identify, assess, and mitigate corporate and operational risks
- Develop risk management frameworks in line with industry best practices
- Implement internal controls to ensure regulatory compliance and business continuity
- Lead cross-functional risk management initiatives, including cybersecurity, operational risk, and crisis management
- Collaborate with executive leadership on enterprise risk strategies and reporting
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree
Benefits
Compensation range for this role is $154,340 - $246,540