Partner Compliance Analyst

Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Compliance specialist to join our Ethics & Compliance (EC) team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring our partners (distributors and resellers) adhere to our compliance standards and regulatory requirements. Your focus will be partner compliance and partner risk management globally, supporting the EC team in implementing and maintaining robust partner compliance programs. You will report to the Lead Ethics & Compliance International based in Cork, Ireland, and support the current regulatory partner compliance program while enhancing it and creating additional policies and processes to maintain an effective program compliant with global laws. Responsibilities include assessing regulatory compliance risk, advising management through regular reports, educating partners and employees on regulatory compliance, and collaborating closely with Legal and outside counsel. NetApp provides a hybrid working model that supports working from home, with an in‑office expectation of 3 days a week. Responsibilities Support the EC team in developing, implementing, and maintaining partner compliance programs. Ensure partners adhere to the company's compliance standards and regulatory requirements. Assist in drafting, updating, and communicating the company's Code of Conduct to partners and related compliance policies. Ensure partners understand and comply with the Partner Code of Conduct. Conduct risk assessments of partners to identify potential compliance risks. Develop and implement strategies to mitigate identified risks. Design and deliver compliance training programs for partners. Ensure partners are educated on compliance policies, procedures, and best practices. Monitor partner activities to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. Implement and maintain controls and data analytics (AI and others) to prevent, detect, and respond to compliance issues. Prepare and maintain accurate records of compliance activities and findings. Help drive departmental initiatives, including the development of metrics to measure the effectiveness of our partner compliance programs and the use of technologies to increase efficiencies. Report compliance issues and risks to the Head of Ethics & Compliance. Work closely with internal teams, including Legal, Sales, and the Worldwide Partner Organization. Collaborate with external stakeholders, including partners and regulatory authorities, as needed. Remain up to date on global laws related to the organization and update policies accordingly. Key Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required (Business, Legal, Finance, Risk Management, Compliance, Public Policy, or a related field); advanced degree a plus. Typically 8+ years experience in compliance, ethics, third‑party/partner risk, or audit with demonstrated program ownership. Experience influencing cross‑functional stakeholders (Sales/Channel/Legal) without direct authority. Strong knowledge of legal requirements and controls. Familiarity with industry practices and professional standards, especially relating to anti‑corruption, anti‑competition, whistleblower, and similar regulations. Highly analytical with strong attention to detail. Strong AI adopter and proven success in legal or partner operations. A ‘Get things Done’ mindset and the ability to find and present sound but practical and actionable solutions to adhere to regulations and address non‑compliant situations. Strong organizational and documentation skills. Ability to communicate with intention both in speaking and in writing. Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion. Ability to thrive in a high‑performance, fast‑paced environment and to multitask, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines. Team‑oriented, with a good sense of humor and a high level of integrity, responsibility, and professionalism, and the ability to build relationships and collaborate across functions. Strong moral code and sense of ethics. Compensation The target salary range for this position is 147,900 – 200,000 USD. The final compensation will be determined by the candidate’s location, qualifications, experience, and education and may be outside this range. A comprehensive benefits package will be offered, including health insurance, life insurance, retirement or pension plans, paid time off, various leave options, performance‑based incentives, employee stock purchase plans, and/or restricted stock units (RSUs). Benefits may vary by country and region and will be discussed during the recruitment process. Equal Opportunity Employer NetApp is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status, and any other protected classification. “At NetApp, we fully embrace and advance a diverse, inclusive global workforce with a culture of belonging that leverages the backgrounds and perspectives of all employees, customers, partners, and communities to foster a higher performing organization.” – George Kurian, CEO #J-18808-Ljbffr