Director of Global Compliance

LaSalle Network; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 161,000 - 242,000; Full time

Job summary

LaSalle Network in Itasca, Illinois is seeking a Director of Global Logistics Compliance to lead North American compliance efforts and partner with business leaders.

The role requires a hands-on, strategic leader who can navigate regulatory complexity, build teams, and strengthen programs across export controls, sanctions, and transportation compliance.

You will mentor staff, drive audits, and implement improved policies while fostering a culture of compliance as a trusted business partner.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading a broad corporate compliance function.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance, risk management, internal controls, audits.
• Experience with export controls, sanctions, third-party risk, or transportation-related compliance.
• Strong people leadership and mentoring skills.
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or credentials preferred.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the North American compliance organization.
• Provide guidance on a broad range of compliance matters.
• Oversee programs for export controls, sanctions, transportation, security, and related requirements.
• Lead internal audits, inspections, investigations, and disclosures.
• Develop and maintain policies, SOPs, internal controls, and processes.
• Oversee third-party risk management and licensing.
• Deliver compliance training and communications.
• Monitor metrics and improve function efficiency.
• Leverage technology to streamline processes.
• Partner with senior leaders to identify and resolve risks.
• Support customer discussions on compliance when needed.
• Foster a culture of compliance as a trusted partner.
• Mentor compliance team members.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Risk management

Audits

Communication

Team development

Decision making

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Director of Global Compliance (162801) Itasca, Illinois

Salary: USD161000 - USD242000 per year

Our client is seeking a Director of Global Logistics Compliance to lead their North American compliance function and serve as a strategic and operational partner to the business. This role requires a hands-on, approachable compliance leader who can navigate a broad regulatory environment, provide practical guidance, develop teams, and help strengthen compliance processes and programs.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, balancing strategic initiatives with day-to-day compliance questions and issues, while building strong relationships with leaders and employees throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the North American compliance organization, including direct and indirect team members.
• Provide practical guidance and support to business leaders on a broad range of compliance matters.
• Oversee compliance programs related to export controls, sanctions, transportation regulations, security programs, dangerous goods, FDA, DOT, CTPAT, and other applicable requirements.
• Lead and support internal audits, government inspections, investigations, mitigation efforts, and voluntary disclosures.
• Develop, strengthen, and maintain compliance policies, procedures, SOPs, internal controls, and processes.
• Oversee third-party risk management, including supplier vetting, licensing, registrations, and related compliance requirements.
• Develop and deliver compliance training, communications, webinars, and educational programs throughout the organization.
• Monitor compliance metrics and identify opportunities to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the compliance function.
• Identify opportunities to leverage technology and automation to streamline compliance processes and reduce manual work.
• Partner with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to proactively identify and resolve compliance risks.
• Occasionally participate in customer discussions to provide guidance and clarification on compliance matters.
• Foster a culture where compliance serves as a trusted business partner and resource across the organization.
• Mentor and develop compliance team members while continuing to build the overall maturity of the function.

Requirements

• Proven experience leading a broad corporate compliance function in a complex organization.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance, risk management, internal controls, audits, and compliance programs.
• Experience with areas such as export controls, sanctions, third-party risk, government regulations, or transportation-related compliance preferred.
• Strong people leadership skills with experience developing and mentoring teams.
• Ability to provide practical, business-oriented guidance while maintaining appropriate regulatory standards.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment and make sound decisions when issues require immediate attention.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience improving policies, procedures, processes, and compliance programs.
• Legal or transportation/freight experience is a plus but not required.
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or relevant professional credentials preferred.

Compensation

$161,340-$242,000 annually + eligibility to earn a 20% performance-based bonus

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available + comprehensive benefits package.