Job Description

Job Title:  Compliance Manager

Location: Corporate

Department: Legal

Job Summary:
The Compliance Manager is responsible for leading the compliance discipline across the Wawa enterprise in concert with functional compliance areas to ensure adherence to all relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies while promoting an ethical culture of integrity and accountability. This role includes overseeing compliance and governance programs, managing business-specific regulatory risks, and providing guidance to ensure compliance across all business operations.  The Compliance Manager will be the initial and primary contact with external regulators and will respond to inquiries from external parties. This position works cross functionally across the business to ensure alignment and protect Wawa from legal risks, foster a culture of ethical behavior and promote operational transparency and accountability.

Principal Duties:

Lead the development, direction and implementation of enterprise-wide compliance strategies, programs, and initiatives. Counsel senior management on compliance issues impacting the business.Develop, train on and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and controls for both store operations and the corporate office. Regularly review and update existing policies to reflect regulatory changes and best practices. Perform regular compliance audits to monitor adherence to laws, regulations, policies and procedures, identify issues, and recommend corrective actions and preemptive actions for emerging regulatory and legal issues.Ensure adherence to standards, policies, laws, and regulations throughout all business and functional areas by leading and serving as the primary point of contact for all compliance issues.  Lead the integration of compliance into the daily operations enterprise-wide to achieve the required level of consistency, risk mitigation, and protection of the business and the brand.Represent Wawa and act as the primary liaison between the company and regulatory authorities.Monitor third-party compliance with contracts, agreements, ethical sourcing, labor laws, and other regulatory standards.Develop and conduct compliance risk assessments across the organization to identify and assess adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements. Develop mitigation strategies to address identified gaps or issues.Develop strategic relationships with external regulatory authorities and functional leaders across the organization to advise and counsel on key regulatory initiatives and developments impacting their area. Communicate emerging industry trends and regulations to functional business partners. Collaborate with operations and corporate managers to mitigate risk effectively.Oversee and conduct investigations into compliance breaches and collaborate with compliance business partners to resolve and implement corrective actions. Ensure proper documentation of incidents and maintain a clear audit trail.Regularly conduct gap assessments and educate the business partners on compliance topics (e.g., consumer rights, anti-money laundering (AML), workplace safety, and ethical behavior) to create programs and policies addressing compliance risks within the organization.Interpret and analyze existing and emerging laws and regulations affecting Wawa’s business and adapt the organization’s policies, procedures, and controls accordingly. Monitor trends in compliance risks and implement proactive measures. Prepare compliance reports for senior management, highlighting key risks and mitigation efforts for the broader enterprise.Prepare and submit regulatory filings or reports as required.

Essential Functions:

Demonstrated consulting skills and ability to influence and educate employees at all levels of the organization.Strong knowledge of retail regulations, including consumer protection, employment laws, and advertising standards.Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills to analyze regulations, policies and other legal regulatory materials.Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with cross-functional teams.High ethical standards and integrity.Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.Proactive and adaptable to the dynamic retail environment.Ability to navigate complex legal issues and provide clear, actionable advice.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in business, law, compliance, or a related field preferred.  Juris Doctorate preferred.5+ years of experience in compliance or risk management, preferably in the retail or consumer goods industry with 2+ years of leadership experience.  The ideal candidate will have either overseen or implemented programs at more than one company. Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP), Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM), or Retail Compliance Professional Certification (if applicable) preferred.Experience managing compliance programs across multiple locations.Experience in conducting and overseeing internal audits and investigations.Experience in interacting with regulatory authorities.Proficiency in compliance management tools and reporting software.

Wawa will provide reasonable accommodation to complete an application upon request, consistent with applicable law. If you require an accommodation, please contact our Associate Service Center at asc@wawa.com or 1-800-444-9292.

Wawa, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Wawa maintains a work environment in which Associates are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated. In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and Associates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.