Richemont Director, Risk & Compliance
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Director
- Compensation
- $175,000–195,000/year
- Department
- Finance, Accounting & Revenue Management
- Industry
- High Jewelry
- Posted
- Mar 7, 2026
About Richemont
Richemont, a prestigious luxury goods holding company, is renowned for its portfolio of high-end brands including Cartier, Montblanc, and Van Cleef & Arpels. As an employer, Richemont offers a dynamic and sophisticated work environment, fostering innovation and excellence in the luxury sector.
Director, Risk & Compliance at Cartier (Richemont) in New York, NY. Lead compliance transformation and risk management across North America. $175K–$195K.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead and execute a strategic compliance transformation program, defining scope, timelines, and deliverables while tracking progress and escalating risks to the Executive Committee
- Proactively identify and assess financial and operational risks; design and monitor mitigation strategies in collaboration with business partners
- Oversee internal control system (ICS) monthly reports; identify anomalies, trends, and risks; coordinate remediation efforts across teams
- Serve as primary liaison with Regional ICS Management; ensure North American brand needs are represented and propose framework improvements
- Conduct fraud risk assessments, scenario planning, and monitoring of fraud indicators across the organization
- Review, approve, and maintain localized policies in alignment with group standards; investigate and escalate policy violations
- Develop and refine CO₂ measurement methodologies and reporting frameworks in partnership with operations and supply chain teams
- Deliver brand-specific training on ICS requirements, internal control best practices, and compliance awareness
- Collaborate with IT, operations, and supply chain to identify and implement innovative tools for enhanced environmental footprint tracking and analysis
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- 8+ years of professional experience in FP&A, internal or external audit, or compliance
- Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and risk management methodologies
- Proven project management experience leading cross-functional initiatives
- Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and data analysis capabilities
- Preferred: CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CPA, or equivalent certification
- Luxury retail experience is a plus
Skills
Experience
8+ years in financial planning & analysis, internal or external audit, or compliance roles, ideally within luxury retail or highly regulated environments. Demonstrated expertise in leading enterprise-wide compliance transformation programs, designing internal control systems, and managing cross-functional risk mitigation initiatives.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. Advanced certifications such as CIA or CPA are preferred.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in New York, New York, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 175,000 to USD 195,000 per annum.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings account; flexible spending account; life insurance; disability benefits; 401(k) with employer match; paid time off; wellness reimbursement benefit; employee assistance program; volunteer days off.
Culture
Richemont is characterized by its commitment to craftsmanship, innovation, and sustainability. Employees are part of a global network that values creativity and collaboration, offering opportunities to work with some of the most iconic brands in the luxury industry.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
The luxury industry is characterised by a diverse and nuanced nomenclature. Esteemed houses frequently employ proprietary terminology, and even within a single organisation like Richemont, titles may vary across global markets to reflect local conventions. To ensure absolute clarity, Cerulean assigns a standardised, industry-coherent canonical title to every listing. However, it is worth noting that this role is functionally synonymous with «Compliance & Risk Director», «Director of Internal Controls & Compliance», «Risk Management Director – Finance», «Head of Compliance & Risk Governance», «Chief Compliance Officer – Regional», and other variations. Our sophisticated search architecture anticipates these variations, ensuring that inquiries using related terms will seamlessly yield the exact roles you desire.