Executive Director, Ethics & Compliance

Executive Director, Ethics & Compliance United States — Off‑site Remote Eligible: Yes · Hire Type: Employee · Job ID: 16036 · Base Salary Range: $253000-$380000 · Date posted: 03/06/2026 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. Partner with the Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer to support executive and Board‑level oversight, including reporting to the Audit Committee and engagement with external auditors. 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 (U.S., 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Synopsys, Inc.