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Compliance Associate roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a field like law, finance, or business and the employer files PERM labor certification with DOL. Many regulated-industry employers in banking, healthcare, and fintech have established sponsorship pipelines for this role.
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Amazon is looking for a Senior Trade Compliance Program Manager (PM) to build import and export risk management solutions for growing international businesses in the Trade Operations space. The Senior Trade Compliance PM is responsible for managing the strategy of a complex cross-functional risk program independently.
As a leader within the Global Trade Services team, you will help develop and hire team capabilities, as well as mentor and train colleagues. You will manage the Trade Operations Program team, that works directly with internal teams from legal, logistics, supply chain, quality, engineering, as well as Amazon's global network of trade and compliance teams.
Key job responsibilities
- Set processes for Broker Management activities and liaise with brokers and other participants in the supply chain on a daily basis.
- Act as the main point of contact for regulators across the Trade space in North America.
- Set objectives, and drive improvements to your space and quantify with metrics.
- Partner with internal and external stakeholders including business teams, tech teams, public policy, trade, legal, and regulators to interpret and apply regulations.
- Oversee the rollout of controls and audits, including testing and measuring their effectiveness.
- Build flexible and scalable solutions across various customized technologies, business models/supply chain arcs, and country regulatory regimes.
- Stay informed on regulations and technologies relevant to your space and bring them into your risk management programs.
- Present organized plans to articulate the problem statement, the recommended solution, and milestones.
- Identify timelines and owners, and drive progress at the appropriate speed to reduce risk.
- Drive alignment by providing near and long term considerations and impacts, and highlight recommended trade-offs and priorities.
- Drive the best way forward and build consensus when confronted with discordant views.
- Test assumptions by getting feedback from the right input providers across the company, and review metrics and benchmarks.
- Work with business intelligence engineers and technology teams to design, build and track key performance indicators and systems.
- Communicate risks, proposals, regulatory updates and strategies to internal and external stakeholders in meetings and documents.
A day in the life
As a Program Manager, you will manage escalations and meet with multiple stakeholders across different time zones to move business forward.
About the team
This position reports to the Americas Trade Compliance Operations Sr Manager in the Global Trade Services (GTS) function. GTS is responsible for providing global trade and product compliance support for Amazon businesses, creating efficient processes that meet demanding cross border regulations, while minimizing impact to the business.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 4+ years of compliance program management, legal, governance, audit, risk/loss prevention, or equivalent experience
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with SQL and Excel
- Licensed Customs Broker
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, TN, Nashville - 66,800.00 - 116,800.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Arlington - 74,200.00 - 129,800.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Bellevue - 82,700.00 - 129,800.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Amazon is looking for a Senior Trade Compliance Program Manager (PM) to build import and export risk management solutions for growing international businesses in the Trade Operations space. The Senior Trade Compliance PM is responsible for managing the strategy of a complex cross-functional risk program independently.
As a leader within the Global Trade Services team, you will help develop and hire team capabilities, as well as mentor and train colleagues. You will manage the Trade Operations Program team, that works directly with internal teams from legal, logistics, supply chain, quality, engineering, as well as Amazon's global network of trade and compliance teams.
Key job responsibilities
- Set processes for Broker Management activities and liaise with brokers and other participants in the supply chain on a daily basis.
- Act as the main point of contact for regulators across the Trade space in North America.
- Set objectives, and drive improvements to your space and quantify with metrics.
- Partner with internal and external stakeholders including business teams, tech teams, public policy, trade, legal, and regulators to interpret and apply regulations.
- Oversee the rollout of controls and audits, including testing and measuring their effectiveness.
- Build flexible and scalable solutions across various customized technologies, business models/supply chain arcs, and country regulatory regimes.
- Stay informed on regulations and technologies relevant to your space and bring them into your risk management programs.
- Present organized plans to articulate the problem statement, the recommended solution, and milestones.
- Identify timelines and owners, and drive progress at the appropriate speed to reduce risk.
- Drive alignment by providing near and long term considerations and impacts, and highlight recommended trade-offs and priorities.
- Drive the best way forward and build consensus when confronted with discordant views.
- Test assumptions by getting feedback from the right input providers across the company, and review metrics and benchmarks.
- Work with business intelligence engineers and technology teams to design, build and track key performance indicators and systems.
- Communicate risks, proposals, regulatory updates and strategies to internal and external stakeholders in meetings and documents.
A day in the life
As a Program Manager, you will manage escalations and meet with multiple stakeholders across different time zones to move business forward.
About the team
This position reports to the Americas Trade Compliance Operations Sr Manager in the Global Trade Services (GTS) function. GTS is responsible for providing global trade and product compliance support for Amazon businesses, creating efficient processes that meet demanding cross border regulations, while minimizing impact to the business.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 4+ years of compliance program management, legal, governance, audit, risk/loss prevention, or equivalent experience
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with SQL and Excel
- Licensed Customs Broker
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, TN, Nashville - 66,800.00 - 116,800.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Arlington - 74,200.00 - 129,800.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Bellevue - 82,700.00 - 129,800.00 USD annually
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Compliance Associate
Document your degree field precisely
PERM requires your degree to match the job's minimum requirements. A compliance role tied to financial regulations needs a degree in finance, accounting, or a related field documented clearly on your transcripts and resume before your employer files.
Target employers in regulated industries first
Banks, broker-dealers, healthcare systems, and fintechs sponsor compliance roles most consistently because regulators require dedicated compliance staff. These employers already understand PERM timelines and often have immigration counsel on retainer.
Search green card sponsoring jobs on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Compliance Associate openings by employers with active green card sponsorship history, so you spend your time on roles where EB-2 or EB-3 PERM sponsorship is already part of the hiring process.
Clarify the EB-2 versus EB-3 path early
If the role requires only a bachelor's degree, most employers file under EB-3. If your position requires an advanced degree or specialized expertise, ask your employer's counsel whether EB-2 is a better fit before the I-140 is filed.
Prepare for the PERM prevailing wage determination
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your specific compliance role and worksite. Check the OFLC Wage Search tool to understand what wage level your qualifications and duties support before negotiating your offer.
Time your job search around priority date backlogs
EB-3 is current for most countries, but Indian and Chinese nationals face multi-year waits. Check the USCIS Visa Bulletin before accepting an offer so you understand the full timeline from PERM approval to adjustment of status.
Green Card Compliance Associate: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Compliance Associate roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Compliance Associate positions qualify under EB-3 because they require a bachelor's degree rather than an advanced degree. Roles that require a master's degree or specialized expertise in securities law, risk management, or regulatory compliance may qualify under EB-2. Your employer's immigration counsel determines the correct category before filing the PERM labor certification with DOL.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for compliance jobs?
Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency, not a temporary status. There's no annual lottery and no six-year cap on EB-3. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone takes six to twelve months before your employer even files the I-140, compared to H-1B visa status that can start within months of selection.
Which industries sponsor compliance professionals for green cards most often?
Federally regulated industries sponsor compliance roles most consistently. Banks, credit unions, broker-dealers, healthcare systems, insurance carriers, and fintechs all maintain compliance teams and are accustomed to PERM sponsorship. These employers typically have outside immigration counsel already engaged, which shortens the time between offer and PERM filing.
How can I find Compliance Associate jobs where employers are willing to sponsor a green card?
Use Migrate Mate to search Compliance Associate openings filtered by employers with documented green card sponsorship history. This removes the guesswork of cold-applying to roles where sponsorship is unlikely, and surfaces companies whose HR and legal teams already understand the PERM process for compliance-track professionals.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm on H-1B status?
Yes. Employers routinely file PERM labor certification for employees already working on H-1B. Starting PERM early matters because an approved I-140 locks in your priority date. If your H-1B is approaching its six-year limit and your I-140 has been approved for at least 365 days, you may qualify for one-year H-1B extensions under AC21 while waiting for your priority date to become current.