Director, Global Compliance (US)

Job Description

Job Description

When you join Accurate Background, you’re an integral part of making every hire the start of a success story. Your contributions will help us fulfill our mission of advancing the background screening experience through visibility and insights, empowering our clients to make smarter, unbiased decisions.

The Director of Global Compliance will play a strategic leadership role in ensuring Accurate remains compliant with all applicable country, national, and regional laws and regulations related to background screening. This includes but is not limited to data privacy laws (e.g., GDPR, UK DPA, LGPD, APPI, PIPEDA) and responsible use of artificial intelligence in screening processes.

This individual will lead a global team responsible for shaping and operationalizing compliance practices, partnering with cross-functional teams, and fostering a culture of accountability and ethical conduct across the organization. The Director will serve as the primary subject matter expert on global compliance matters, translating evolving regulations into business-aligned policies and programs.

Responsibilities

• Compliance Program Leadership
• Develop, implement, and maintain global compliance procedures aligned with international background screening regulations and data privacy laws.
• Monitor and interpret global regulatory changes; proactively assess business impact and adjust strategies accordingly.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for internal teams and customers on compliance and regulatory matters.
• Operational Excellence
• Design and manage compliance training programs and documentation.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement scalable solutions.
• Measure and report on compliance program performance using data-driven insights
• Team Leadership
• Lead and develop a high-performing global compliance team.
• Establish team goals and KPIs; monitor performance and provide coaching and mentorship.
• Attract, recruit, and retain top compliance talent.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Lead the resolution of compliance issues including escalations and customer complaints.
• Support customer-facing teams with compliance communication, education, and enablement.

Requirements

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $144,700 - $193,000 Pay will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and relevant education and training.  This position is eligible for an annual performance-based bonus. The Company also offers a full range of benefits, including medical, dental, and 401k. Your recruiter can share more details about the specific compensation package during the hiring process.

The Accurate Way :

We offer a fun, fast-paced environment, with lots of room for growth. We have an unwavering commitment to diversity, ensuring everyone has a complete sense of belonging here. To do this, we follow four guiding principles –  Take Ownership, Be Open, Stay Curious, Work as One  – core values that dictate what we stand for, and how we behave.

Take ownership.

Be accountable for your actions, your team, and the company. Accept responsibility willingly, especially when it’s what’s best for our customers. Give others every reason to trust you, believe in you, and count on you. Rise to every occasion with your personal best.

Be open.

Be open to new ideas. Be inclusive of people and ways of doing things. Make yourself accessible and approachable, and communicate with genuineness, transparency, honesty, and respect. Embrace differences.

Stay curious.

Stay curious even as you move forward. Tirelessly ask questions and challenge the status quo in your pursuit of new ideas, ways to solve problems, and to continually grow and improve.

Work as one.

Work together to create the best customer and workplace experience. Put our customers and employees first—before individual or departmental agendas. Make sure they get the help they need to succeed.

About Accurate Background :

Accurate Background’s vision is to make every hire the start of a success story. As a trusted provider of employment background screening and workforce monitoring services, Accurate Background gives companies of all sizes the confidence to make smarter, unbiased hiring decisions at the speed of demand. Experience a new standard of support with a dedicated team, comprehensive technology and insight, and the most extensive coverage and search options to advance your business while keeping your brand and people safe.

Accurate is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to hiring talented and qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Accurate will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

Special Notice :

Accurate is aware of schemes involving fraudulent job postings / offers and / or individuals or entities claiming to be employees of Accurate. Those involved are offering fabricated employment opportunities to applicants, often asking for sensitive personal and financial information. If you believe you have been contacted by anyone misrepresenting themselves as an employee of Accurate, please contact humanresources@accurate.com.