Starbucks is hiring compliance lead

Globalhrcommunity; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Tuition coverage for a bachelor's degree

Job summary

A leading coffee retailer in Seattle is seeking a Compliance Lead to ensure adherence to work authorization requirements. You will support hiring managers and coordinate compliance processes while mentoring others. The role offers a hybrid work model, competitive benefits, and the chance to work in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate concisely, both orally and written.
• Ability to multitask, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Strong judgment, resourcefulness, and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of compliance requirements.
• Develop and execute reporting schedules and documentation.
• Assist in regulatory assessments and prepare reports.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Analytical and critical thinking skills

Strong customer service skills

Leadership skills

Job description

Now Brewing – compliance lead! Seattle- Hybrid #tobeapartner

From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others. This job contributes to Starbucks success by ensuring that the company adheres to federal and state work authorization requirements by educating and supporting hiring managers in the employment verification process. Coordinates, facilitates, and reports on employment verification items, ensuring that hiring managers are meeting requirements. Is future focused, ensuring continuous innovation and process improvement. Acts as peer leader and mentor to compliance specialists by providing expertise and guidance. Models and acts in accordance with Starbucks guiding principles.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of federal, state, and local work requirements to support compliance for the company
• Develop, design, maintain and execute a reporting schedule and documentation of reporting procedures; ensure the timely and accurate generation of all reporting, ensuring consistency and standardization amongst the various types of reports and databases. Partner with technical teams to develop reporting solutions
• Assist in the execution and distribution of standard metric reports, preparation of compliance input for management reviews and presentations. Maintain company compliance reporting, records, and related documentation.
• Assist in regulatory assessments following established procedures; and prepare appropriate reports of audit findings to audited parties and management representatives
• Investigate and develop solutions to procedure and process-related issues. Works cross-functionally to promptly resolve operational issues
• Created and maintains operational procedures, department wide communications and knowledge base articles

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Microsoft Project)
• Analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability exhibit strong judgment, resourcefulness and research competence
• Ability to communicate concisely, both orally and written
• Ability to multitask, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines with a high level of stress tolerance and with strengths n detail orientation, planning, and organizing
• Ability to problem solve and provide solutions
• Strong customer service skills with demonstrated composure and professionalism
• Leadership skills with the ability to coach and mentor others

Benefits

As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire*, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program ( savings, and financial well-being tools. Additionally, Starbucks offers 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities. You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com.

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

If you live in the greater Seattle area, we offer a flexible workplace that allows for hybrid work. Partners can work remotely up to two days per week.

Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances. Starbucks Corporation is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at applicantaccommodation.