Head of Compliance

Who we areHi there 👋 . We’re Ethena – the compliance platform for modern teams. Ethena’s suite of admin- and employee-friendly training and compliance tools help you check all the boxes and build a better workplace. Our training isn’t just a thing people get through, it’s something they actually enjoy (we got the stats to prove it—over 90% positive ratings). We are proud to be a part of the culture at companies like Zendesk, Pinterest, Figma, and Notion. In 2020, Ethena announced our $15.5 million Series A, and in 2022 we raised an additional $30 million Series B to build out Ethena’s best-in-class training solution, further invest in data and analytics, and continue launching impactful compliance products. Ethena’s Series B was led by Lachy Groom, with participation from existing investors including Felicis, Neo, Homebrew, and others. It’s a great time to join our team!
How we workWe’re a team of people who value diversity in all its forms. We love adding new perspectives and appreciate those who ask questions that help us challenge assumptions, explore new directions, and improve what we’ve already built. We believe it’s our responsibility to create an environment in which every person can bring their full, authentic selves to work.
And hey, others have noticed what we’re building too — we were just ranked #47 on the Best Startup Employers list! 🎉
We push each other to be our best and do our training proud. We love feedback, practice empathy, and embrace humor. Seriously, we’re not shy about puns. If you brought us to a picnic, we’d be compli-ants. If we were shoes in London, we’d be trainers. If we were--you get it. Humor is welcome here. Read more about us on our careers page and follow our team on our Instagram!
Our workforce is fully remote and your personal working hours can be based on your own timezone. All team-wide meetings are scheduled to be inclusive of all North American time zones.
Who we're looking for
We’re looking for an experienced and innovative Head of Compliance to join our Legal team. This role will report to our General Counsel, and will play a crucial role in developing an effective compliance program and making sure our products and services comply with relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices. As the Head of Compliance, you will work closely with key stakeholders across the organization, including Product, Learning Experience, and the Commercial team, to understand the laws relevant to our products and services, provide compliance expertise to inform the decisions that the business makes, and develop a culture of compliance across the organization.In this role, you will also work closely with Marketing, and will be a significant part of how Ethena represents itself to the ethics and compliance community, building awareness of and deeper brand affinity. You’ll be expected to leverage your expertise to shape and execute a comprehensive thought leadership strategy, building trust and authority while championing Ethena’s disruptive position in the market. This role combines strategic thinking with an ability to influence others through public speaking engagements, social media, and content.
Reports ToBrandis Anderson / General Counsel

What you'll do

• Develop, implement, and maintain a robust compliance program to ensure our products and services comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Act as a resource and subject matter expert for all compliance-related matters, which will include responding to compliance inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Partner with Product and Learning Experience to develop training content and to integrate compliance considerations into product development.
• Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations that impact our products/services, and build communications plans with Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success to provide timely updates to customers and prospects.
• Develop, revise, and maintain compliance policies and procedures that reflect compliance best practices.
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential compliance issues and develop mitigation strategies.
• Develop and execute a thought leadership strategy to position Ethena as a top voice in the compliance space.
• Secure earned speaking opportunities at relevant conferences, webinars, and industry events.
• Manage relationships with Ethena's compliance advisors to identify and leverage their expertise and strengths for Ethena’s growth.
• Guide the development of external-facing content (articles, whitepapers, case studies, etc.) that addresses relevant laws, compliance trends, and changes in the regulatory landscape.
• Build and maintain a network of compliance professionals, including on LinkedIn and other compliance forums.
• Lead various types of virtual and in-person meetings including calls with prospects, virtual roundtables, panel discussions, webinars, and live streams.

What makes a great candidate

• Proven track record of developing and implementing effective compliance programs across diverse organizations.
• Familiarity with laws and requirements applicable to our business, including global harassment prevention requirements, employment laws, data privacy laws, cybersecurity, AI laws, anti-money laundering, anti-bribery and anti-corruption, and Code of Conduct.
• Ability to adapt to changing regulatory landscapes and business needs.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly develop connection, rapport, and credibility with compliance leaders, advisors, and prospects.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work both independently and as a member of a team.
• Proven ability to assess and prioritize risks, and effectively work with relevant stakeholders to mitigate risks.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and relationship management skills
• An entrepreneurial mindset - we’re an early-stage startup so we’re not just looking for someone to run a playbook. We want you to help build it.
• A “roll up your sleeves” mentality and comfort with ambiguity
• Familiarity or experience with speaking at events or panels is a plus.
• Prior experience using Ethena’s products is also a plus.
• Understanding of marketing principles is helpful, but a willingness to learn is essential.

Compensation

• The annual salary for this role is

At Ethena, we're committed to fair and equitable compensation. We carefully evaluate each candidate's skills and qualifications to provide our best possible offer upfront. Our no-negotiation policy ensures that our first offer is always our best offer, promoting pay equity throughout our organization.

Physical DemandsThis is sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing in a home office environment.
LocationEthena is a remote-first organization and is currently hiring candidates based in approved locations in the United States. The list of approved locations for this role is:
AZ - ArizonaCA - CaliforniaCO - ColoradoDE - DelawareFL - FloridaGA - GeorgiaIL - IllinoisIN - IndianaMA - MassachusettsMD - MarylandNC - North CarolinaNJ - New JerseyNY - New YorkTX - TexasUT - UtahWY - Wyoming
*Please note that Ethena reserves the right to change the list of approved locations.
BenefitsThe benefits offered for this position can be found here. We provide 20 days of paid time off per year (prorated from your start date) in addition to all 11 federal holidays* and unlimited paid sick leave. (*US-specific benefits. For more details on our Canadian benefits, leave a note in your application.)
How to ApplyApplications for this position will be accepted via our job board. Excited about the opportunity, but worried you don’t meet all the requirements? Apply anyway, and give us both the chance to find out. We welcome you to read more about our approach to job descriptions by our Chief People Officer, Melanie Naranjo. Curious to know what it’s like to interview with us? Read more here.
Ethena is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that a successful organization is one that celebrates its employees for who they are, who they love, and the unique lens through which they experience the world. Ethena does not discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or other legally protected status. We understand that our differences make us better. They empower us to learn from each other, lean on each other, and create a product and community that models the behavior we hope to see in others.
We are not currently offering employer visa sponsorship for this role.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information are accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.