Principal Marketing Compliance Manager

Circle is a financial technology company at the epicenter of the emerging internet of money, where value can finally travel like other digital data — globally, nearly instantly and less expensively than legacy settlement systems. This ground-breaking new internet layer opens up previously unimaginable possibilities for payments, commerce and markets that can help raise global economic prosperity and enhance inclusion. Our infrastructure – including USDC, a blockchain-based dollar – helps businesses, institutions and developers harness these breakthroughs and capitalize on this major turning point in the evolution of money and technology. What You’ll Be Part Of Circle is committed to visibility and stability in everything we do. As we grow as an organization, we’re expanding into some of the world's strongest jurisdictions. Speed and efficiency are motivators for our success and our employees live by our company values: High Integrity, Future Forward, Multistakeholder, Mindful, and Driven by Excellence. We have built a flexible and diverse work environment where new ideas are encouraged and everyone is a stakeholder. What You’ll Be Responsible For Circle is seeking an impactful Principal Marketing Compliance Manager to join the Marketing Strategy & Operations team. This role is critical to harmonizing global operations and serves as a bridge between Marketing and Compliance, Legal, Policy, Product, and Communications teams. In this hands‑on individual contributor role, you’ll design scalable systems, lead material reviews, and own global marketing policies—balancing regulatory requirements with operational excellence. What You’ll Work On Design and manage scalable compliance processes and tools that reduce friction, increase efficiency, streamline reviews, archive materials, improve transparency, and embed compliance into daily marketing workflows. Conduct thorough reviews of all marketing materials, including blog posts, creative assets, website pages, and social media content, for compliance with relevant regulations, guidance, and internal policies while supporting business goals. Coordinate global frameworks and review workflows, managing cross‑regional stakeholder input across time zones, ensuring timely feedback and clear documentation of country‑specific requirements. Develop and maintain centralized repositories and documentation that consolidate compliance, legal, and international marketing standards. Define ownership models and review cadences to promote accountability and continuity. Collaborate cross‑functionally with Legal, Compliance, Communications, Product, Policy, and international operations teams to interpret requirements, monitor regulatory changes, and support compliant, innovative marketing execution. Own and maintain marketing policies and procedures, ensuring they remain up‑to‑date, practical, and aligned with evolving global standards and regulatory guidance. Create and deliver internal training, guidance, and educational materials that help marketing teams understand compliance expectations and navigate regional nuances. Share compliance insights with leadership, surfacing trends, emerging risks, and opportunities for process improvements. Champion pragmatic, risk‑balanced solutions that protect Circle’s reputation while empowering creative, results‑driven marketing. Core Requirements What you’ll bring to Circle: 10+ years of experience managing compliance, governance, or risk programs within a publicly‑traded, high‑performing, technology, fintech, or financial‑services organization. Deep understanding of marketing compliance frameworks, advertising regulations, and applicable state, national, and global standards and proven ability to interpret complex regulations and translate them into clear, actionable business guidance for Marketing. Experience providing global regulatory guidance, including assessing what’s permissible across diverse jurisdictions and advising on international campaign execution. Strong project and program‑management expertise, including prioritization, resource planning, and stakeholder alignment across multiple workstreams. Excellent communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders with varying levels of regulatory expertise. Preferred Requirements Experience developing and maintaining marketing policies, SLAs, and escalation processes. Familiarity with crypto, blockchain, or emerging digital asset regulatory environments. Comfort working in fast‑paced, ambiguous environments with evolving global requirements. Additional Information This position is eligible for day‑one PERM sponsorship for qualified candidates. Base Pay Range: $160,000 - $207,500 We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, or any other protected status required by the laws in the locations where we hire. Additionally, Circle participates in the E-Verify Program in certain locations, as required by law. Should you require accommodations or assistance in our interview process because of a disability, please reach out to accommodations@circle.com for support. 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