As a leading innovator in financial services, Anchorage is powered by exceptional 'Villagers' who embody intellectual curiosity, integrity, and a relentless drive for outstanding results. We have created the Factors of Growth & Impact to help Villagers better measure impact and articulate coaching, feedback, and the rich and rewarding learning that happens while exploring, developing, and mastering the capabilities and contributions within and outside of the Member of People Operations role:

Technical Skills:

• Applies extensive knowledge across multiple HR domains, particularly in HRIS (Workday/Dayforce) and employee lifecycle management, to independently solve complex operational challenges creatively and effectively across immediate and cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrates deep expertise in specific areas such as immigration, HRIS implementation, or scalable process design, actively contributing to department strategies, goals, and frameworks to ensure alignment with broader organisational priorities.
• Develops and refines sophisticated HR systems and processes, leveraging analytical skills to optimise efficiency and user experience for all Villagers.
• Leverages strong analytical skills to proactively monitor HR data integrity, conduct complex audits, and resolve systemic issues within HRIS (e.g., Workday, Dayforce).

Complexity and Impact of Work:

• Takes extreme ownership of complex HR initiatives, such as global HRIS implementations or significant policy overhauls, selecting appropriate methods and approaches to deliver high-quality, impactful outcomes.
• Leads and contributes to significant cross-functional People Operations projects with minimal oversight, breaking down large initiatives into manageable tasks while independently assessing trade-offs and priorities.
• Is accountable for delivering tactical business targets within People Operations that directly impact team efficiency and the Villager experience, proactively ensuring knowledge is shared and processes are scalable to avoid single points of failure.

Organisational Knowledge:

• Monitors industry trends in HR technology, global compliance, and talent management, alongside internal Anchorage objectives, to inform goal-setting and strategic decision-making for People Operations and the wider firm.
• Understands and clearly communicates how their work in People Operations drives Anchorage’s broader strategic objectives forward, enhancing operational excellence and Villager engagement.
• Acts as a culture carrier, actively contributing to Anchorage's hiring efforts by providing referrals, conducting interviews, mentoring new interviewers, and participating in recruiting events.

Communication and Influence:

• Mentors more junior teammates within People Operations, helping them align their efforts with department goals and Anchorage’s overall company strategy.
• Demonstrates leadership across teams and departments to improve collaboration and knowledge sharing regarding HR processes, policies, and system capabilities.
• Leads and communicates complex ideas and solutions related to HR operational changes, system improvements, or policy updates to get buy-in from diverse stakeholders across the firm.

You may be a fit for this role if you have:

• Expert-level proficiency and hands-on experience with Workday or Dayforce, including advanced configuration, reporting, and module management.
• Demonstrated mastery of the entire employee lifecycle, with a proven ability to design, implement, and optimise scalable HR processes across diverse organisational structures.
• In-depth knowledge and practical experience managing complex global immigration processes and ensuring compliance for a diverse workforce.
• Proven ability to independently solve complex problems, manage significant cross-functional projects with minimal oversight, and proactively navigate ambiguity and roadblocks.
• Strong understanding of HR compliance, data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), and best practices in a regulated financial environment.
• Experience in developing and delivering training programs related to HR systems or processes to varied audiences across a firm.
• Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights for continuous process improvement.
• A track record of mentoring junior team members and demonstrating leadership in collaborative, cross-functional environments to drive organisational alignment.

Although not a requirement, bonus points if:

• Experience with other specialised HR platforms or tools beyond core HRIS (e.g., ATS, LMS, advanced payroll systems).
• Demonstrated experience within a global financial services firm navigating complex regulatory environments.
• Proven experience with HR analytics and dashboard creation to monitor key People Operations metrics and drive strategic insights.
• You were emotionally moved by the soundtrack to Hamilton, which chronicles the founding of a new financial system. :)

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We are seeking an experienced Executive Director, Ethics & Compliance to join our team. As a seasoned leader, you will be accountable for translating enterprise strategy into a practical, scalable global compliance program and ensuring it operates effectively across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Global Ethics & Compliance Leadership

• Lead the execution and continuous improvement of the global ethics and compliance program, ensuring consistent, risk-based application across regions, business models, and growth environments.
• Own the Code of Ethics & Business Conduct and the global policy framework, ensuring policies, procedures, and governance mechanisms remain current, effective, and aligned with regulatory expectations.
• Design and oversee global compliance risk assessment, monitoring, and reporting to strengthen controls, measure program effectiveness, and drive continuous improvement.

International and Regulatory Risk Governance

• Apply the global risk framework to cross-border, geopolitical, and regulatory risks affecting international operations and global business activities.
• Monitor regulatory and enforcement developments in key jurisdictions and adapt compliance strategies and program requirements accordingly.
• Lead global oversight of anti-corruption, anti-bribery, competition, and related regulatory compliance programs.
• Advise on cross-border business transactions, third-party relationships, and international market expansion to proactively identify and mitigate compliance risk.
• Coordinate with Trade Compliance on sanctions and export-related risk escalation, governance, and investigations.

Culture, Speak-Up, Investigations & Enforcement

• Advance a strong global culture of integrity globally through training, awareness, communications, and leadership engagement.
• Oversee the company’s speak-up and anti-retaliation framework, including confidential reporting mechanisms and issue escalation.
• Direct the global investigations function, including hotline operations, internal investigations, and regulatory inquiries and enforcement matters, ensuring consistent, timely, and fair resolution.

Leadership & Cross-Functional Partnership

• Lead and develop a high-performing, globally distributed team of ethics and compliance professionals across the U.S., EMEA, and APAC.
• Partner with Finance, Internal Audit, HR, Sales, and global business leaders and teams to embed ethics and compliance into core processes, strategic initiatives, and business operations.
• Support complex business transformations, including post-acquisition integration, to ensure compliance standards are consistently implemented across newly acquired entities.

Qualifications

• Legal Credentials: J.D. from an accredited law school and active U.S. bar membership.
• Experience: 15+ years of legal and compliance experience, including at least 7+ years in a senior in-house leadership role within a large, publicly traded multinational technology company.
• Global Expertise: Proven track record of managing compliance across multiple jurisdictions (US, EMEA, APAC) and navigating international enforcement landscapes.
• Leadership: Experience building and leading high-performing, multidisciplinary teams of attorneys and compliance professionals.
• Executive Presence: Demonstrated ability to influence executives and communicate complex risk profiles to Board-level committees.

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What you'll do

• Develop and execute the global product compliance strategy in alignment with business, technology, and sustainability goals
• Ensure globally harmonized compliance practices while adapting to regional regulatory requirements and customer expectations

What you need

• Advanced degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related technical field
• Strong expertise and experience in (global) regulatory and product compliance and its implementation in the chemical, lubricants, or life sciences industry

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