Sabre Corporation is a leading technology provider to the global travel and tourism industry. Headquartered in Southlake, Texas, USA, Sabre operates offices in approximately 60 countries around the world. At Sabre, we make travel happen. Positioned at the center of the business of travel, our platform connects people with experiences that matter in their lives. Today, Sabre is creating a new marketplace for personalized travel. It is our people who develop and deliver powerful solutions that meet the current and future needs or our airline, hotel and travel agency customers. Join our journey! Sabre's Legal team is seeking an intellectually curious compliance leader with deep regulatory and compliance program management experience. The role requires a strong leader with vision and passion to build and transform the organization for the future. The **Vice President – Compliance** is a key leader responsible for strategic direction and oversight of the global compliance and ethics function at Sabre. This is a unique opportunity to continue the elevation and evolution of the compliance function at a dynamic, global technology company and make a significant impact across the organization. This leader will collaborate with cross-functional leaders to mitigate risk, drive and support a culture of integrity, and guide the organization through complex compliance or enforcement matters. **Key Responsibilities** : **Strategic Ethics & Compliance Leadership** + Develop, implement, and maintain a global comprehensive compliance program to align to corporate strategy and ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and standards. + Provide strategic guidance and leadership on compliance matters and best practices to senior management and the Board of Directors. + Establish clear performance indicators and objectives for measuring ethics & compliance effectiveness. **Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management** + Ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards, including those involving hotline reporting and investigations, export controls, sanctions, anti-bribery, ESG, AI, third-party risk management, government contracting, and ethics. + Proactively monitor regulatory developments and shifts in the legal and compliance landscape and make strategic program recommendations and updates. + Conduct risk assessments and implement controls to mitigate compliance and operational risks. + Oversee compliance audits, investigations, and remediation plans. **Program Development and Implementation** + Establish policies and procedures to ensure organizational compliance with ethical and legal standards. + Design and oversee company-wide training, engagement and communication strategy for compliance initiatives. + Maintain a global concern reporting system; ensure prompt and robust investigation of concerns raised and appropriate follow-up and discipline. + Design and implement compliance monitoring and auditing. **Reporting and Communication** + Prepare and deliver regular reports to executive leadership and the Board of Directors on compliance performance, emerging risks, and corrective actions taken. + Act as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies. + Participate in quarterly reviews with external auditors. **Team Leadership and Collaboration** + Build, lead and continue to develop a high-performing compliance team, fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration. + Provide guidance and recommendations to Sabre sales, marketing, and product development teams to address compliance risks. + Collaborate with Internal Audit, People Team, Finance, and other relevant departments to ensure alignment and support for program requirements throughout the company. **Preferred Requirements and Qualifications:** + Bachelor’s degree and JD required. + 15+ years of progressive experience in an in-house legal or compliance role, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. + Demonstrated expertise in all aspects of effective global corporate compliance and ethics programs. + Proven ability to manage global compliance programs in a complex, multi-jurisdictional environment. + Experience navigating compliance issues involving hotline reporting and investigations, export controls, sanctions, anti-bribery, ESG, AI, third-party risk management, government contracting, and ethics. + Strong knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory frameworks. + Expertise in responding to regulatory inquiries and managing enforcement actions. + Experience within the technology industry, especially B2B, as well as payments and digital exposure. + Experience within the technology industry preferred, especially SaaS. **Additional Skills and Abilities:** + Expert communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to present complex issues clearly and effectively. + Exceptional leadership and management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively. + Ability to work in a lean and highly matrixed environment. + Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities. + Awareness of, and demonstrated sensitivity to, global cultures. + High ethical standards and commitment to fostering a culture of integrity. + Comfortable analyzing and interpreting data. + Ability to influence and provide timely and effective legal and business advice and support at all organizational levels. **Sabre Offers The Following Outstanding Benefits:** + Very competitive compensation + Generous Paid Time Off (25 PTO days) + 4 days (one day/quarter) Volunteer Time Off (VTO) + 5 days off annually for Year-End Break + We offer a comprehensive medical, dental and Wellness Program + 12 weeks paid parental leave + An infrastructure that allows flexible working arrangements + Formal and informal reward, recognition and acknowledgement programs + Lots of fun and engaging employee development events Reasonable Accommodation Sabre is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Applicants applying for a Sabre position with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact Sabre's Compliance Office at compliance.office@sabre.com Affirmative Action Sabre is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals. EEO IS THE LAW Stay connected with Sabre Careers