Corporate Compliance Manager

By bringing together next-gen technology and the finest live data available, Genius Sports is enabling a new era of sports for fans worldwide, delivering experiences that are more immersive, interactive and personalised than ever before.

THE ROLE: We are looking for an experienced compliance professional to develop and manage a corporate compliance programme fit for a public company of our size. Genius is listed on the NYSE: GENI. The Corporate Governance Manager is responsible for establishing compliance standards and developing and implementing robust frameworks to ensure the Company is establishing and maintaining compliance with applicable laws and regulations. This role will be a central contact in the Company and therefore provides autonomy and breadth of exposure to all areas of corporate compliance. The successful candidate will be detail-orientated, analytical, and considerate to confidentiality, and have a collaborative and productive work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Develop the compliance and ethics programme to reflect the Company’s unique characteristics and ensure the Company is in line with its obligations of a US listed Company (SEC, FCPA etc).
• Lead on compliance initiatives, including implementing frameworks for the effective operation of corporate compliance activities in the territories Genius operates.
• Keep abreast of all regulatory changes and provide guidance to stakeholders on potential impact to the Company.
• Provide practical solutions and advice to stakeholders as to how to best approach the changes.
• In conjunction with key stakeholders, maintain and monitor a programme of work for ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) and manage regulator reporting.
• Define and manage the compliance policies, procedures and controls required to adhere to existing and emerging regulatory compliance requirements.
• Maintain policy register, ensure policies and compliance requirements are understood and respected by all employees and develop corporate compliance training where necessary.
• Provide practical and commercially astute legal advice/support on compliance risks.
• Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and ensure risks, complaints and incidents are identified, evaluated, investigated, and resolved in a timely and effective manner.
• Plan and execute all elements of the Company’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) alongside the Chief of Staff and Chief Legal Officer.
• Chair the Compliance Steering Committee, and be responsible for the outputs and actions.
• Prepare regular reports on compliance progress for submission to the Board and Committees.
• Contribute to the Company’s annual disclosure and reporting requirements.
• Coordinate compliance efforts related to audits, reviews, and external reporting.
• Maintain insider lists and update insider trading tool. Support blackout/trading window communications and pre-clearance tracking.
• Monitor and oversee Compliance group inbox and shared compliance channels and compliance communications and maintain documentation, records, trackers and memos.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• Generalist corporate compliance experience with specific US listing expertise e.g. securities, filings and reporting.
• Knowledge of Guernsey and UK corporate compliance requirements is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong knowledge of SEC, Anti-Bribery & Corruption/FCPA/UK Bribery Act, Anti-Tax Evasion/UK CFA, Anti-Money Laundering etc.
• Practical experience of implementing a corporate compliance framework.
• Practical experience of managing corporate compliance projects/programs.
• Strong ability to build relationships and influence at all levels.
• Strong commercial instincts, and the ability to be a valued and trusted partner to the Company.
• Strong communication skills, and be able and willing to collaborate in decision making.

We enjoy an ‘office-first’ culture and maximize opportunities to collaborate, connect and learn together. Our hybrid working models differ depending on your role and location. As well as a competitive salary and range of benefits, we’re committed to supporting employee wellbeing and helping you grow your skills, experience and career.

One team, being brave, driving change. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and the ability to make a difference.