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CBRE Compliance Director – Controls, Reporting & Technology in Fayetteville, Arkansas
About the role
As CBRE’s Compliance Director – Controls, Reporting & Technology, you will lead global governance initiatives focused on compliance controls, monitoring, reporting, and technology‑enabled process improvement. The role partners closely with compliance leaders, technology teams, and Field Compliance Officers to develop and strengthen the control framework, reporting capabilities, and modernize compliance operations.
You will also define and execute the Compliance Technology Strategy, including identifying and spearheading automation opportunities, reporting enhancements, and AI‑supported use cases that will drive efficiency, consistency, and risk visibility across the organization.
What You’ll Do
Lead the development and execution of a global control testing and monitoring program aligned with the enterprise risk management framework
Maintain a consistent compliance control framework, ensuring standard documentation, testing protocols, and monitoring expectations across regions.
Partner with Field Compliance Officers and SMEs to ensure uniform adoption of control practices.
Integrate data sources to improve the accuracy and timeliness of compliance reporting.
Define and oversee the Compliance Technology Strategy and multi‑year roadmap supporting controls, monitoring, and reporting modernization.
Identify, evaluate, and prioritize opportunities for workflow automation, analytics enablement, and AI‑assisted monitoring.
Partner with Technology and Data teams to implement digital capabilities, ensuring solutions meet compliance, usability, and governance standards.
Lead pilots and adoption of new tools, including automation workflows, reporting enhancements, and AI‑supported analytics.
Establish governance for technology‑enabled compliance processes, including documentation, testing expectations, and ongoing oversight.
Serve as a strategic connector between compliance SMEs, regional teams, and technology partners to ensure aligned implementation of initiatives.
Drive change across global teams, balancing innovation with operational practicality and risk mitigation.
Support global policy, training, and communication efforts as needed.
Deliver clear, executive‑ready reports that highlight insights, trends, and emerging risk indicators.
Oversee and manage day-to-day activities of direct reports.
What You'll Need
To perform this job successfully, an individual will need to perform each crucial duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Bachelor's Degree preferred with 8–12 years of experience in compliance, controls, reporting, risk management, or technology enabled compliance operations.
Strong knowledge of compliance frameworks, controls testing, and monitoring practices.
Demonstrated experience defining or implementing technology‑enabled solutions, automation, analytics, or AI capabilities within compliance or risk functions.
Leadership skills to set, manage, and achieve targets with direct impact on multiple departments, including experience directly managing teams.
Ability to translate compliance requirements into practical technology and process solutions.
Leadership skills to influence across functions and guide global adoption of new processes and technologies.
Ability to lead the exchange of sensitive, complicated, and difficult information and convey performance expectations.
Demonstrated ability to lead complex, cross functional initiatives with direct influence across multiple departments.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to explain complex processes and influence leadership.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with workflow automation or analytics tools is a plus.
Why CBRE
When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.
Our Values in Hiring
At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.
Disclaimers
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Applicant AI Use Disclosure
We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.
About CBRE Group, Inc.
CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.
New York Residents: CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Sr Workplace Experience Coordinator position is $85,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)