Job Description

Director, Global Compliance & Ethics Lead

United States, San Mateo, CA

What were looking for: This role leads global Compliance & Ethics programs for PlayStation and oversees ethics investigations, third-party risk management, conflicts of interest, and related training and communications. The position is hybrid (San Mateo, CA) and onsite twice weekly as required.

Overview

Join our dynamic Global Legal Team at PlayStation. Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC (SIE) seeks a highly motivated attorney to be our Director, Global Compliance & Ethics Lead to manage our global Compliance & Ethics programs. This person will take a leadership role in shaping, implementing, and monitoring compliance strategies globally to safeguard SIEs reputation and business integrity. This role also oversees our Ethics & Compliance program, including training, communication, third-party risk management, conflicts of interest and Ethics & Compliance investigations.

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with deep expertise in legal compliance, ethics, risk management, and regulatory frameworks. This is a truly great opportunity to join a top-tier global legal team and work on cutting-edge issues involving video game products and services in an exciting, fast-paced environment.

What youll be doing

Compliance Leadership

• Develop and implement our comprehensive global compliance strategy.
• Establish and maintain company-wide policies, procedures, and standards to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Design and oversee compliance training programs to educate employees on regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of compliance initiatives and make recommendations for improvements.
• Ensure adherence to global regulations, including anti-corruption laws (e.g., FCPA, UK Bribery Act), sanctions, supply chain and whistleblowing.
• Advise the executive leadership team on compliance risks and mitigation strategies.
• Work closely with SIE and Sony Group leadership on implementing compliance programs.

Ethics Leadership

• Manage the investigation and related remediation of Ethics & Compliance complaints.
• Oversee the SIE conflict of interest, gifts and entertainment register, risk assessments and third-party risk management processes.
• Promote and maintain a culture of ethical behavior across SIE.

What were looking for

• Current member in good standing of the California State Bar, UK qualified lawyer or other jurisdiction, as applicable.
• Law degree from an accredited U.S. law school, UK university or other legal qualification, as applicable.
• At least 15 years of experience as in-house Ethics & Compliance counsel and/or outside counsel in related fields (risk advisory, corporate compliance, corporate crime and investigations), including working directly with corporate clients, preferably in the video game, electronic technology and/or entertainment industries.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all organizational levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a proactive approach to risk management.
• Experience handling investigations, audits, and interfacing with regulators.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and good judgment.
• High ethical standards and integrity.
• A sense of humor.

*PlayStation offers a global hybrid office/remote working model Flex Modes which aims to combine the flexibility of remote working with the magic of in-person collaboration. The model is built upon the principle of working together in-person as work requires, with the freedom to work remotely otherwise.

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Compensation and Benefits

At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each roles base pay range, including market data and geographic location. The base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors including knowledge, skills, experience, and location. This role is eligible for SIEs benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, wellness program and employee discounts for Sony products. This role may be eligible for a bonus package. The estimated base pay range is listed below.

$271,300 - $406,900 USD

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, or membership in any legally protected category. We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

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