CBRE · 14 hours ago
Director of Compliance – M&A Integration
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$144K/yr - $207K/yr
7+ years expCBRE is a global leader in commercial real estate services and investment. The Director of Compliance – M&A Integration will lead compliance efforts throughout the mergers and acquisitions lifecycle, focusing on developing integration strategies and ensuring alignment with CBRE's compliance framework.
CommercialFinancial ServicesProperty DevelopmentReal Estate
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead end‑to‑end compliance due diligence and integration risk assessments across the M&A lifecycle by identifying key risks, assessing deal complexity, and recommending mitigation strategies aligned with CBRE’s Compliance M&A Framework
Develop and execute comprehensive integration plans that align acquired entities with CBRE’s global compliance framework, policies, procedures, and expectations
Oversee harmonization of compliance frameworks, ensuring adherence to applicable laws and regulations (e.g., anti-corruption, antitrust, trade compliance, data privacy, labor and employment)
Partner with Legal, Finance, HR, and Operations to embed compliance into business processes and controls
Establish governance, reporting, and monitoring structures for acquired entities, including the development and use of dashboards, standardized readouts, and executive‑level reporting
Serve as a senior advisor of the integration leadership team, providing guidance on compliance risks, prioritization, and resource needs throughout the deal cycle
Design and deliver training and communications to acquired employees to build a culture of compliance
Collaborate with Internal Audit to validate the effectiveness of integrated controls and compliance readiness post-close
Conduct Initial Risk Assessments and Risk Revalidations to inform diligence scope, resourcing, timing, and overall integration strategy
Ensure due diligence procedures include sampling and testing aligned with CBRE’s E&C DD Playbook
Develop, forecast, and manage integration budgets, including coordination with Centers of Excellence, Senior Compliance Leadership, and internal stakeholders to ensure properly funded compliance integration activities
Oversee compliance in high‑risk regulatory areas, including anti‑bribery/anti‑corruption (ABAC), AML, antitrust, data privacy, trade compliance, and modern slavery
Provide regular reports and updates to executive leadership and the Board of Directors on integration progress, risk exposure, and remediation efforts
Continuously improve Compliance M&A playbooks, tools, and processes, incorporating lessons learned, feedback loops, and annual reviews to promote global consistency, efficiency, and standardization
Lead integration gap assessments for historical acquisitions, developing remediation strategies, risk‑based prioritization, and standardized action plans as needed
Hire, onboard, and develop new team members to expand the M&A compliance function, aligning with future business needs and growth
Provide coaching, mentorship, and direction to ensure the team operates with excellence, consistency, and a solutions-oriented mindset
Exercise sound judgment and understand the broader business impact of compliance decisions across CBRE and the Compliance Organization
Role‑model CBRE RISE values through leadership, collaboration, and commitment to the highest standards of ethics and integrity
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. institution; advanced degree such as an MBA or Juris Doctor (JD) strongly preferred
Minimum of 7+ years of relevant experience in compliance or internal audit, including 3+ years in a leadership role within a multinational organization
Proven experience implementing corporate compliance programs with significant exposure to M&A transactions
Strong understanding of global regulatory frameworks, including anti‑corruption, antitrust, data privacy, AML, employment law, and other key compliance domains relevant to cross‑border acquisitions
Demonstrated expertise in change management, particularly in building or maturing compliance programs within newly acquired or rapidly evolving organizations
Exceptional communication, influencing, and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to partner effectively across Legal, Finance, HR, Operations, and business leadership
Experience developing and presenting training to business leaders
High integrity and commitment to ethical business practices
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated capability leading cross‑functional teams, managing multiple simultaneous projects, and driving strategic alignment across business units
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Strong organizational skills, critical thinking abilities, and an inquisitive, solution‑focused mindset
Benefits
401(K)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Company
CBRE
Operating across every dimension of commercial real estate, CBRE sees more so you can do more.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.8BKey Investors
Athene Capital
2025-11-05Post Ipo Debt· $750M
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2024-02-20Post Ipo Debt· $500M
Leadership Team
Adam Gallistel
Co-CEO and CIO
Andrew Glanzman
Chief Executive Officer of CBRE’s Real Estate Investments
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