Senior Compliance Manager

Overview

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.

Are you a dynamic problem-solver who thrives on tackling intricate challenges across diverse organizations? Do you possess an innate ability to build communities and excel in bridging the gap between various disciplines and teams? Is your passion rooted in compliance, and do you aspire to be at the epicenter of fostering a robust community of compliance professionals across Microsoft?

Microsoft, a company that runs on trust, is seeking a motivated Senior Compliance Manager to support and evolve its Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption (ABAC) program across the delivery of AI and Commercial Cloud Datacenter infrastructure. As part of the broader Cloud Operations + Innovation division of Microsoft, this role falls within the Compliance organization and will provide hands-on compliance and audit expertise across the datacenter development lifecycle, with a focus on FCPA/DOJ requirements, ABAC risk assessments, books-and-records audits, and effective risk mitigation.

While the role will lead ABAC audit and assurance activities within the construction environment, the successful candidate will also provide compliance support across the broader datacenter infrastructure ecosystem, assessing risks and strengthening controls across business processes and third-party interactions. The role will partner closely with Construction, Engineering, Procurement, Legal, and other partner teams to identify emerging risks, deliver targeted training and workshops, and translate complex requirements into practical solutions that enable responsible growth.

In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and evolve anti-corruption compliance strategies and capabilities across the end-to-end infrastructure development lifecycle, including datacenter development and construction.

Develop and execute audits within the construction environment, including deep-dive books-and-records reviews, transactional testing, audit methodology, fieldwork, issue identification, and remediation, with a focus on anti-corruption risks.

Develop and conduct risk assessments across infrastructure programs, business processes, geographies, and third-party engagements, translating findings into actionable mitigation strategies.

Provide proactive compliance guidance across the broader infrastructure ecosystem, advising on emerging risks, complex business arrangements, and opportunities to strengthen the control environment.

Collaborate with cross functional teams, including construction, engineering, procurement, and legal to identify risks, strengthen controls, and embed compliance throughout the infrastructure development lifecycle. This also includes collaboration with peer Anti-Corruption, Human Rights, and Construction audit Compliance programs.

Develop and maintain anti-corruption policies, procedures, standards, guidance, and playbooks that support a consistent and scalable compliance framework.

Develop and deliver targeted training, workshops, communications, and awareness initiatives for business and infrastructure teams.

Monitor and analyze audit findings, risk trends, compliance data, and emerging issues to identify opportunities to strengthen and evolve the program.

Drive cross-functional remediation and resolution of compliance issues, partnering with stakeholders to develop practical and sustainable solutions.

Provide actionable compliance insights and recommendations to senior leadership on emerging risks, program effectiveness, and opportunities to strengthen the control environment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Legal, Finance, Science, Business, Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years of experience in corporate and infrastructure development governance, such as Audit, Compliance, Risk Management
• OR equivalent experience
• 4+ years direct experience in datacenter construction or infrastructure development, including solid understanding of construction contracting, payment structures, and compensation methodologies
• 6+ years of experience building and evolving compliance programs, including policies, procedures, controls, risk assessments, training, communications, and monitoring
• 4+ years project management and analytical skills, with experience leading large, complex, cross-functional initiatives in a global environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field AND 7+ years of experience in compliance, anti-corruption, audit, risk management, or infrastructure development governance
• Hands-on experience designing and executing anti-corruption audits, including deep-dive books-and-records reviews, transactional testing, and construction audits
• Solid knowledge of U.S. anti-corruption requirements and enforcement expectations, with the ability to translate complex requirements into practical business guidance
• Demonstrated ability to operate across multiple areas of compliance and navigate complex and ambiguous issues with sound judgment, independence, and accountability
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate with senior leaders and cross-functional teams without direct authority
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex compliance concepts into clear, actionable guidance for diverse audiences
• Relevant professional certifications such as Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Construction Auditor, Certified Construction Control Professional, or similar credentials are a plus

Background Check Requirements

Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:

Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

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Compliance IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $116,900 - $203,600 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 $148,400 - $222,600 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:

https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances.

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