Senior Manager, Trade Compliance Business Engagement

Company: Microsoft
Location: Mount Rainier
Posted on: December 31, 2025

Job Description:

This role is part of the Microsoft Global Trade Business Engagement where you will proactively plan to address immediate Trade related regulatory updates, compliance needs for changing regulations, and build longer term plans to address emerging regulatory measures. You will take a strategic view in driving beyond the day to day and help to build a robust plan for today, and for tomorrow while implementing and driving for continuous improvements in processes and structure to pave the way for innovation and growth by setting standards and priorities. Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond. Responsibilities Stakeholder Engagement Refine strategy, methodology and framework for consistent engagement with business stakeholders and establish rhythm of business Provides consultation, communications, direction, roadmap objectives, and awareness to senior stakeholders in various business functions in order to ensure Trade compliance covering Sanctions & Embargoes, OFAC, and Microsoft screening operations Partners with global business stakeholders to ensure compliance with trade laws and regulations in Microsofts numerous jurisdictions. Facilitates an environment of inclusion that leverages diverse perspectives and talent, to better represent and understand global customers. Should be familiar with risk management and IT industry’s standards. Conduct Executive Briefings Compliance Work closely with Trade SME’s to provide subject-matter expertise and support related to various business areas. Perform compliance reviews covering Sanctions & Embargoes, OFAC, Export controls and Customs related matters. Interface with cross functional groups to identify and rectify information/process gaps during the export/import process Regulatory reporting, management reporting, operational metrics, visibility, communication, and sharing achievements. Audit Plans for review of trade controls, compliance reviews, and audits supporting Microsofts government controlled programs. Identifies areas for improvement, provides feedback to staff and auditors, and executes corrective action plans. Reporting Helps the team provide appropriate data-collection efforts for regulatory obligations. Manages trade related risk analysis, setting metrics, and defining the requirements for trade solutions. Ensures data availability for government reporting. Manages and contributes to the research development and implementation of reporting and insights across the enterprise. Forecasts and monitors budgeting requirements. Training Identifies business training needs and aids in developing training pertaining to government controlled programs. Coordinates and facilitates compliance training and change management training for internal business partners. Oversee the identification of the teams training needs and the content development process. Continuous Improvement and AI automation Drives efficiencies for trade processes by monitoring feedback (e.g., from internal controllership), determine needed updates, institute policy changes by overseeing updates for Procedures, and provide executive communication updates. Challenge the norms; test and verify. Drive innovation across the organization to support process improvement. Qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Law, or related field AND 4 years corporate, trade, or supply chain experience in an export compliance function OR Masters Degree in Business Administration, Law, or related field AND 3 years corporate, trade, or supply chain experience, OR equivalent experience 3 years of experience in global trade compliance, supply chain, and compliance business engagement roles Preferred Qualifications Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Law, or related field AND 8 years corporate, trade, or supply chain experience OR Masters Degree in Business Administration, Law, or related field AND 6 years corporate, trade, or supply chain experience, OR equivalent experience Certification with ECTI (similar export certification program) or equivalent or in-country professional trade certifications or licenses Experience in the technology or software sector with understanding of digital product, services, and cloud trade implications Familiarity with AI-driven compliance solutions Demonstrated use of business data to identify and quantify risks and prioritize remediation and mitigation Additional language skills are a plus Import Export Trade IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $96,500 - $188,400 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $123,500 - $206,400 per year.

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