Compliance Specialist

Benefits Industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities. Why Join Energy Transfer At Energy Transfer, compliance is a critical component of how we operate responsibly and ethically across the energy value chain. This role offers the opportunity to work on high‑impact compliance matters, collaborate with experienced professionals, and contribute directly to safeguarding the company’s reputation and integrity. Summary Energy Transfer is seeking a Senior Compliance Specialist to support and enhance its Third‑Party Due Diligence and Counterparty Risk Management Program . This role plays a critical part in ensuring compliance with Energy Transfer’s Code of Business Conduct , anti‑corruption standards, sanctions, trade controls, and broader ethics and compliance obligations across domestic and international operations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Lead risk‑based third‑party due diligence reviews for customers, vendors, brokers, agents, contractors, and other counterparties across Energy Transfer’s business lines. Conduct enhanced due diligence (EDD) reviews for higher‑risk counterparties, including international entities, state‑owned enterprises, maritime counterparties, and complex ownership structures. Analyze information related to ownership, control, beneficial owners, sanctions exposure, corruption risk, and reputational risk . Evaluate and document due diligence findings, risk ratings, and mitigation recommendations in accordance with internal policies and procedures. Review and assess incomplete or alternative documentation when standard information (e.g., W‑8s, org charts) is unavailable, applying a defensible, risk‑based approach. Compliance Program Integration Support Energy Transfer’s Ethics & Compliance Program by ensuring third‑party engagements align with the Code of Business Conduct, anti‑bribery and anti‑corruption (ABAC) principles, and regulatory requirements. Partner with Legal and Compliance leadership to identify appropriate risk mitigation measures , including contractual controls, certifications, audit rights, and ongoing monitoring. Assist with maintaining and enhancing third‑party compliance policies, procedures, and due diligence workflows. Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory Support Serve as a primary point of contact for business teams regarding third‑party onboarding, SAP/vendor setup, and counterparty clearance questions. Provide clear, practical compliance guidance to internal stakeholders while enabling business operations. Communicate due diligence, outcomes, and requirements in a concise, business‑focused manner. Participate in cross‑functional discussions involving Commercial, Supply Chain, Marine, Accounting, and IT teams. Act as a lead or mentor to junior compliance team members supporting third‑party due diligence activities. Review work products prepared by other analysts to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with program standards. Identify trends, gaps, or recurring issues in third‑party risk and recommend program enhancements. Support audits, internal reviews, and regulatory inquiries related to third‑party compliance. Assist with training and awareness efforts related to third‑party risk and ethics expectations. Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Legal Studies, Risk Management, or a related field. 5+ years of experience in compliance, third‑party due diligence, counterparty risk, or regulatory risk management, preferably within the energy, commodities, transportation, maritime, or industrial sectors. Demonstrated experience conducting risk‑based due diligence on domestic and international entities. Strong understanding of anti‑bribery and anti‑corruption (e.g., FCPA concepts), sanctions and trade compliance fundamentals, corporate ownership and beneficial ownership structures. Experience working with due diligence platforms, screening tools, and ERP systems (e.g., SAP vendor/customer onboarding). Excellent analytical, documentation, and judgment skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience in a large, complex, or highly regulated organization, particularly in the energy or midstream sector. Familiarity with maritime, shipping, or international trading counterparties. Professional certifications such as CAMS, CCEP, CRCM, or equivalent . Experience supporting audits or responding to regulatory examinations. Strong ethical judgment and attention to detail. Ability to balance compliance rigor with business practicality. Clear, confident written and verbal communication. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Collaborative mindset with the confidence to challenge risk appropriately. Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level: The Senior Specialist/Analyst level requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 5‑8 years of relevant job‑related experience; the Lead Specialist/Analyst level requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 8+ years of relevant job‑related experience. Working Conditions The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Usually, normal office working conditions. Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing. Occasional overnight travel may be required. Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment. Equal Opportunity Employer Energy Transfer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact the EEO Coordinator at View phone number on click.appcast.io. This number is for reasonable accommodation requests only. Disclaimer The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. #J-18808-Ljbffr