Corporate Compliance Director jobs in Illinois

The Opportunity

Hyatt seeks an enthusiastic Director to join our Risk Management Department where you’ll join a team of 25 field professionals who love what they do. In this role, you will be collaborating closely with the broader operations, IT, Legal, Communications, and Human Resources teams where you’ll be instrumental in continuing to make Hyatt a leading hospitality company. You will be part of a team passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion, committed to nurturing curiosity and new skills and building connections across the organization with stakeholders, colleagues, and guests.

Who We Are

At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging and creating a culture of care, where our colleagues become family. Since 1957, our colleagues and guests have been at the heart of our business and helped Hyatt become one of the world's best and fastest-growing hospitality brands. Our transformative growth and the addition of new hotels, brands, and business lines can open the door for exciting career and growth opportunities for our colleagues.

As we continue to grow, we never lose sight of what’s most important: People. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences, and jobs into careers.

Why Now?

This is an exciting time to be at Hyatt. We are growing rapidly and are looking for passionate changemakers to be a part of our journey. The hospitality industry is resilient and continues to offer dynamic opportunities for upward mobility, and Hyatt is no exception.

How We Care for Our People

Our purpose sets us apart—to care for people so they can be their best. Every business decision is made through the lens of our purpose, and it informs how we have and will continue to support each other as members of the Hyatt family. Our care for our colleagues is the key to our success. We’re proud to have earned a place on Fortune’s prestigious 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for the last ten years. This recognition is a testament to the tremendous way our Hyatt family continues to come together to care for one another, our commitment to a culture of inclusivity, empathy, and respect, and making sure everyone feels like they belong.

We’re proud to offer exceptional corporate benefits which include:

• Annual allotment of free hotel stays at Hyatt hotels globally

• Flexible work schedules

• Work-life benefits including well-being initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace subscription, and a discount at the on-site fitness center

• A global family assistance policy with paid time off following the birth or adoption of a child as well as financial assistance for adoption

• Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Our success is underpinned by our diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture and we are committed to diversity across the board—from whom we hire and develop, the organizations we support, and whom we buy from and work with.

Being part of Hyatt means always having space to be you. Our global teams are a mosaic of cultures, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities, and identities. We constantly strive to reflect the world we care for with teams that achieve and grow together. To learn more about our commitments to DE&I, please visit the Why Hyatt section of the Hyatt career page.

Who You Are

As our ideal candidate, you understand the power and purpose of our Culture of Care and embody our core values of Empathy, Inclusion, Integrity, Experimentation, Respect, and Well-being. You enjoy working with others, are results-driven, and are looking for various opportunities to develop personally and professionally.

The Role

The Global Health and Safety Compliance and Governance Director is responsible for leading and directing the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of our health, fire life safety, and other safety program across all global hotels. The Director will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing our health and safety program, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and fostering a culture of safety excellence throughout the organization.

• Lead Global Health and Safety Initiatives: Direct the development and enhancement of health, fire life safety, and safety programs across global hotels, aligning with the company's mission and vision.

• Strategic Implementation: Drive and oversee the execution of health and safety strategies, ensuring legal compliance and integration into organizational operations.

• Program Development: Craft and maintain comprehensive safety policies and procedures, reflecting industry standards and legal requirements.

• Risk Management: Conduct assessments to identify hazards, collaborating with leadership for hazard remediation and developing robust risk control strategies.

• Training and Education: Create and deliver health and safety training for employees and contractors, promoting a culture of safety awareness and responsibility.

• Incident Analysis: Lead frameworks for investigating health and safety incidents, identifying causes, and implementing preventive measures.

• Performance Monitoring: Set and track key performance indicators for health and safety programs, reporting on progress and areas of improvement.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Forge strong connections with internal and external stakeholders, fostering support for safety initiatives and knowledge sharing.

• Safety Compliance Oversight: Monitor changes in Fire Life Safety and Occupational Health & Safety regulations, ensuring hotel operations compliance.

• Safety Documentation: Manage the creation of safety reports and documentation for both internal and external stakeholders, including ESG and Risk Council.

Experience Required:

• 10 years of experience in related health and safety or hotel operations roles

• Subject Matter Expertise in HSSE Systems, OHS compliance strategies, and relevant US regulations, as well as International Standards

Experience Preferred:

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Experience or training utilizing Risk Management Information Systems and working with system vendors preferred.

• Proficient with Microsoft products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

• Relevant HSSE or equivalent qualifications/certifications, e.g., BCSP, CSP, CIH a plus

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all-encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

We welcome you:

Research shows that women, people of color, and other historically excluded groups, tend to apply to jobs, only if they meet all the listed job qualifications. Unsure if you check every box, but feeling inspired to enhance your career? Apply. We’d love to consider your unique experiences and how you could make Hyatt even better.