Compliance Manager, Sanctions Advisory, DPS Advisory

Description Are you looking for a new challenge in a dynamic, innovative company? Do you have the ability to influence and successfully drive compliance programs forward? Do you have an understanding of sanctions regulations and experience identifying company-wide risk mitigation solutions, while remaining customer obsessed? Amazon is seeking an experienced Compliance Program Manager with a proven track record of performance to be part of a Denied Party Screening (DPS) compliance team. We are looking for an individual who can provide sanctions guidance and manage projects across all Amazon businesses to drive centralized, low‑friction solutions for managing risk, allowing them to focus on their core business. The candidate will be responsible for developing sanctions related guidance and SOPs according to regulatory requirements and to mitigate compliance risk. The candidate will need to be able to apply guidance to complex types of investigations, and provide support for internal/external escalations. This role will also be expected to proactively identify how new regulatory updates impact the broader program, including enhancing investigation frameworks and identifying nuanced approaches to businesses based upon risk and compliance requirements. The role will require frequent communication with Legal and other Compliance functions, as well as the ability to concisely deliver requirements to business partners (including operations, product, and leadership teams). Key Responsibilities Identify and interpret requirements and new updates from sanctions regulatory authorities and their overall impact on the sanctions program and compliance strategy Design and implement robust sanctions compliance programs, policies, and procedures Develop new guidance to support the onboarding of new businesses into the screening program, as well as continual improvement/enhancement of existing compliance frameworks Review complex edge cases and sensitive investigations, and establish a risk tolerance that balances risk mitigation with customer obsession Provide support on impactful escalations and appeals that may require liaising with senior leadership, external business partners, and Legal Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including legal, product, compliance, and risk professionals to address complex compliance challenges Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent Experience with research and investigation skills or equivalent 4+ years experience in a sanctions compliance or related field Experience conducting reviews of customers and business activities to determine sanctions compliance requirements Strong working knowledge of global sanctions and export control regulations, including OFAC, UN, and the EU Preferred Qualifications Experience establishing successful partnerships with internal and external teams to execute tactical initiatives or equivalent Experience building scalable programs and repeatable scalable processes, leveraging various tools and methods to create scale and efficiency Experience in AML or Compliance Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, please visit for more information. #J-18808-Ljbffr