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Senior Manager, Trade Compliance Business Engagement
 Microsoft | |
 United States, Washington, Redmond | |
 Oct 23, 2025 | |
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OverviewThis 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.
ResponsibilitiesStakeholder EngagementRefine strategy, methodology and framework for consistent engagement with business stakeholders and establish rhythm of businessProvides 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 operationsPartners with global business stakeholders to ensure compliance with trade laws and regulations in Microsoft's 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 BriefingsComplianceWork 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 processRegulatory reporting, management reporting, operational metrics, visibility, communication, and sharing achievements.AuditPlans for review of trade controls, compliance reviews, and audits supporting Microsoft's government controlled programs. Identifies areas for improvement, provides feedback to staff and auditors, and executes corrective action plans.ReportingHelps 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.TrainingIdentifies 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 team's training needs and the content development process.Continuous Improvement and AI automationDrives 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. | |