Director, Specialty Compliance and Ethics - Earnings, Tax (Independent Contractors) at Walmart

Bentonville, Arkansas, United States

Walmart Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
RetailIndustries

Requirements

  • 12+ years of experience in compliance, tax, legal, or regulatory roles, including 5+ years in senior leadership
  • Deep knowledge of federal, state, and international tax compliance and earnings regulations for contractors/gig workers
  • Proven experience designing and scaling compliance frameworks in complex, fast-paced environments
  • Strong expertise in risk management, investigations, audits, and regulatory engagement
  • Law degree (JD) or equivalent advanced compliance/legal credential preferred
  • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and leadership skills

Responsibilities

  • Oversee responses to compliance and ethics questions, monitoring laws and regulations impacting contractor earnings globally, and translating findings into updated policies and procedures
  • Direct gap analyses, identify compliance risks, and lead the development and execution of corrective action plans
  • Develop and implement strategies and controls to ensure compliance with new and emerging regulations, collaborating with leadership to roll out effective training programs
  • Define and benchmark compliance policies, drive risk management practices, and supervise outside counsel and consultants on complex tax and regulatory matters
  • Evaluate and report on compliance program effectiveness using KPIs, represent the company to regulatory agencies and courts, and formalize internal and external positions on compliance issues

Skills

Compliance
Tax Compliance
Regulatory Compliance
Risk Management
Policy Development
Gap Analysis
Training Programs
KPIs
Leadership
Global Regulations

Walmart

Global retail chain offering affordable products

About Walmart

Walmart operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, providing a wide variety of products at low prices to everyday consumers, families, and communities. The company combines physical retail locations with an e-commerce platform, allowing customers to shop for groceries, apparel, electronics, and household items both in-store and online. Walmart's efficient supply chain management and large-scale purchasing enable it to maintain affordability, setting it apart from competitors. The company also offers financial services and health and wellness services, including pharmacies and vision centers. Walmart's goal is to save people money and support communities, as demonstrated by its efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and its commitment to social responsibility, including programs for veterans and military families.

Bentonville, ArkansasHeadquarters
1962Year Founded
$5,515MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Financial Services, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

PTO: Paid vacation, sick time, personal time and holiday time
10% discount on regularly priced general merchandise and fresh fruits and vegetables
6% 401(k) match to all employees, including hourly workers, after one year
Roth IRA available
Associate Stock Purchase Plan
maximum and eligible preventive care covered at 100%
Health reimbursement plans

Risks

Rising U.S. labor costs could pressure profit margins.
Amazon's grocery delivery expansion threatens Walmart's market share.
Fintech investments expose Walmart to financial regulatory risks.

Differentiation

Walmart's omnichannel strategy integrates physical and online retail seamlessly.
The company offers a wide range of products at consistently low prices.
Walmart's commitment to community support enhances its brand reputation.

Upsides

Walmart's investment in fintech expands its financial services offerings.
Robotics integration in distribution centers boosts operational efficiency.
Culturally themed product lines attract diverse customer segments.

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