Director, Regulatory Compliance

Role Summary The Director of Regulatory Compliance is a key strategic member of Pinterest’s Legal & Compliance team leading and strengthening our enterprise regulatory compliance program. This role leads a high-functioning team of compliance specialists responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing compliance programs related to major platform regulations, including the EU Digital Services Act (DSA), the UK Online Safety Act (OSA), and other emerging global online platform regulatory frameworks. The Regulatory Compliance team assesses our compliance risk, drives audits and risk assessments, documents and maintains our control library, and partners across the business to promote a culture of accountability and integrity. What you’ll do Lead Pinterest’s regulatory compliance program, strengthening and evolving a durable governance framework, policies, controls, monitoring, reporting, and trainings. Use an innovative technology mindset to design, develop and operationalize a regulatory compliance program that is AI‑forward to accelerate maturity, efficiency and scale. Develop and maintain a master control library and requirements library for existing and new regulatory compliance. Build and oversee ongoing post‑implementation compliance, including monitoring controls and organizing other assurance work. Audit compliance implementation and verify ongoing compliance with approved implementation plans; evaluate audit reports, identify potential compliance gaps, and recommend remediation and mitigation strategies. Work closely with legal SMEs to evaluate enhanced compliance proposals; partner with internal and external auditors to evaluate our compliance measures. Lead required ad‑hoc and annual risk assessments and audits, including for the EU Digital Services Act (DSA) and UK Online Safety Act (OSA). Advise leadership and cross‑functional stakeholders on regulatory obligations and compliance risks; support Regulatory Legal on regulatory inquiries and investigations. Promote a strong culture of accountability and proactive risk management across Pinterest. Manage and develop a team of compliance professionals, consultants, and outside counsel. What we’re looking for Minimum of 10 years of experience in compliance, legal, risk, audit, or related functions, with significant experience in regulated environments such as technology, digital platforms, financial services, or healthcare; in‑house legal experience preferred. Minimum of 5 years of people leadership experience, including managing and mentoring a team, setting clear priorities and expectations, and supporting team growth. Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance frameworks and control environments; demonstrated ability to interpret complex legal and regulatory requirements and operationalize them effectively. Strong experience working cross‑functionally across Legal, Internal Audit, and business functions; proven ability to influence senior leaders, drive cross‑functional alignment, and manage stakeholders. Thought leadership and sound judgment, with an ability to clearly communicate our compliance posture both internally and externally. Detail‑oriented, comfortable managing ambiguity, and ability to pivot quickly amidst multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Experience building or scaling and maturing compliance programs in a global organization; proficiency in conducting risk assessments, control testing, remediation management, and compliance reporting. Demonstrated ability to use AI to streamline, scale and evolve the regulatory compliance program. Experience with regulations on content moderation, online safety, and/or privacy strongly preferred. JD from an accredited law school, or equivalent experience. Relocation Statement This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. In‑Office Requirement Statement This role will need to be in the office for in‑person collaboration 1–2 times every 6 months and therefore can be situated anywhere in the country. Compensation US based applicants only: $210,161—$432,684 USD. The position is also eligible for equity. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Pinterest is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, etc. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require a medical or religious accommodation during the job application process, please complete this form for support. By submitting this application, I certify that all information submitted in my application and throughout the hiring process is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge. #J-18808-Ljbffr