Security Compliance Lead, Faire
GRC
$178-245k
+ Equity
More information about location
2-3 days a week in office
Online wholesale marketplace
Be an early applicant
Online wholesale marketplace
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
$178-245k
+ Equity
More information about location
2-3 days a week in office
1001+ employees
Company mission
To empower brands and retailers to strengthen the unique character of local communities.
Role
Who you are
- This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building programs from the ground up, can navigate both technical and compliance challenges, and is eager to shape how Faire manages risk at scale
- 8+ years in the Security & IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance space
- Big 4 experience with security risk and compliance audits, or equivalent experience leading security compliance teams in financial services, technology firms, or other regulated industries
- Hungry to expand outside typical GRC scope, assisting with SOX ITGCs
- Experience in building policies and processes, and completing audits within following frameworks: ISO 27001, SOC2 Type II
- Proficiency with GRC tools and technologies used to manage risk and compliance programs
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally, including engineering, sales, legal, finance, and other teams
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong analytical and result-driven mindset
What the job involves
- As Faire’s inaugural GRC Lead, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and scaling our governance, risk, and compliance program from the ground up
- This role blends strategic planning with hands-on execution to establish the frameworks, processes, and controls that strengthen our security, privacy, and compliance posture
- You will work closely with teams across engineering, IT, legal, and finance to integrate risk management into everyday operations, ensure alignment with regulatory and industry standards, and support Faire’s evolving business and product needs
- In addition to building the core GRC program, you will lead our preparation for SOX ITGC readiness by collaborating with internal partners and external auditors to define scope, document controls, and enhance our audit processes
- Formulate and drive GRC roadmap, policies, vendor security reviews, and employee awareness training
- An opportunity to expand into the SOX ITGC program
- Develop and maintain a robust governance framework to support Faire’s strategic objectives and ensure alignment with industry best practices
- Ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and standards (e.g. CCPA / GDPR)
- Develop and deliver GRC training programs for employees to promote a culture of accountability and awareness
- Partner with external auditors to achieve security compliance certifications and reports
- Regularly report on status, operational metrics and KPI’s, providing transparency to company leadership and internal stakeholder teams
- Drive compliance certifications including ISO 27001, CCPA, GDPR, and SOC2 Type II
Our take
Faire is helping retailers find and buy wholesale merchandise for their stores, pairing independent brands with retailers. The company connects two million retailers globally to hundreds of thousands of brands across the globe.
In addition to a large catalog, the company attracts smaller retailers by offering net 60-day terms and free returns to boost confident buying at unpredictable times. Faire has seen impressive growth, reporting 300% year-on-year volume growth and a valuation of over $12.6B following its most recent tranche of funding from Shopify.
This investment is funding its continuing expansion into European and Australian markets, while accelerating product development, focusing on its OS for wholesale. It is also hiring talent globally as it takes aim at becoming a kind of Amazon for local and indie brands that want to sell globally.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
109% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 10 rounds)
May 2022
$416m
SERIES G
Nov 2021
$400m
SERIES G
Total funding: $1.5bn
Company benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare: Including Health, Dental, Vision and Disability for all our locations.
- Time off: Paid time off, holidays and company-wide "Faire Fundays".
- Parental leave: Generous parental and family leave, as well as fertility support benefits.
- Productivity support: Monthly stipends to help cover work from home connectivity needs.
- Annual learning grant: For personal and professional development, as well as unlimited access to training courses through LinkedIn Learning.
- Thoughtfully designed spaces: All of our offices have been designed with local in mind – from our architects to our coffee blends.
- Fitness and well-being benefits: Including monthly credit towards your wellness-related programmes.
- Mental health benefits: Including free access to Modern Health therapists and resources.
- Charitable matching: Faire will match up to £250 of your charity donations, every year.
- Career planning: Whether you want to grow as a leader, hone your craft or explore a new discipline, our career framework allows space for you to explore.
Company HQ
Mission District, San Francisco, CA
Leadership
Max Rhodes
(Co-Founder & CEO)Previously an Advisor at Blunt Umbrellas and a Director of Consumer Product at Square.
Marcelo Cortes
(Co-Founder 7 Chief Architect)Previously a Senior Software Engineer at Google. Prior to that, they co-founded FreePoint Inc.
Jeff Kolovson
(Co-Founder & COO)Previously an Operations Lead at Square. Prior to that, they were a Business Analyst for McKinsey and Co.
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