Director, Regulatory Compliance

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Director of Regulatory Compliance leading compliance initiatives for technology regulations at Pinterest. Overseeing risk assessments, audits, and team development in a fast-paced environment.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $210,161 - $432,684 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in regulatory compliance, risk management, and audit processes, with a strong focus on developing and operationalizing compliance programs in regulated environments. Proven ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, and utilize innovative technologies, including AI, to enhance compliance frameworks.

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Regulatory Compliance FrameworksRisk Assessment and ManagementPeople Leadership and Team DevelopmentStakeholder ManagementAI in Compliance Programs

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Hard Skills

Regulatory ComplianceRisk ManagementAudit ProcessesControl TestingCompliance ReportingLegal InterpretationRemediation ManagementContent Moderation RegulationsOnline Safety RegulationsPrivacy Regulations

Soft Skills

Influencing Senior LeadersCross-Functional CollaborationDetail-OrientedAdaptabilityCommunication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

J.D. from an Accredited Law School

Industry Keywords

Regulated EnvironmentsDigital PlatformsFinancial ServicesHealthcareCompliance Culture

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Pinterest’s regulatory compliance program, strengthening and evolving a durable governance framework, policies, controls, monitoring, reporting, and trainings;
Using an innovative technology mindset, you will design, develop and operationalize a regulatory compliance program that is AI-forward to accelerate maturity, efficiency and scale.
Develop and maintain a master control library and requirements library for existing and new regulatory compliance;
Build and oversee ongoing post-implementation compliance, including monitoring controls and organizing other assurance work;
Audit compliance implementation and verify ongoing compliance with approved implementation plans;
Evaluate audit reports, identify potential compliance gaps, and recommend remediation/mitigation strategies where necessary;
Work closely with Legal SMEs to evaluate enhanced compliance proposals;
Partner with internal and external auditors to evaluate our compliance measures;
Lead required ad hoc and annual risk assessments and audits, including for the EU Digital Services Act (DSA) and UK Online Safety Act (OSA);
Advise leadership and cross-functional stakeholders on regulatory obligations and compliance risks;
Support Regulatory Legal on regulatory inquiries and investigations;
Promote a strong culture of accountability and proactive risk management across Pinterest;
Manage and develop a team of compliance professionals, consultants, and outside counsel.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 10 years of experience in compliance, legal, risk, audit, or related functions, with significant experience in regulated environments (such as technology, digital platforms, financial services, or healthcare), with in-house legal experience preferred;
Minimum of 5 years of people leadership experience, including managing and mentoring a team, setting clear priorities and expectations, and supporting team growth;
Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance frameworks and control environments;
Demonstrated ability to interpret complex legal and regulatory requirements and operationalize them effectively;
Strong experience working cross-functionally across Legal, Internal Audit and Business functions;
Proven ability to influence senior leaders, drive cross-functional alignment, and manage stakeholders;
Thought leadership and sound judgment, with an ability to clearly communicate our compliance posture both internally and externally;
Detail-oriented, comfort managing ambiguity, and ability to pivot quickly amidst multiple priorities in an ever-evolving fast-paced environment;
Experience building or scaling and maturing compliance programs in a global organization;
Proficient in conducting risk assessments, control testing, remediation management, and compliance reporting;
Demonstrated ability to use AI to streamline, scale and evolve the regulatory compliance program;
Experience with regulations on content moderation, online safety, and/or privacy strongly preferred
J.D. from an accredited law school, or equivalent experience.

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