Principal, Risk & Compliance Manager - 555

We are seeking a Principal, Risk & Compliance Manager (Export Controls Focus) in our Broomfield, CO Location. Quantinuum believes that employees work better, more efficiently and more collaboratively in close proximity to other employees, where ideas can be exchanged readily, and decisions can be made more quickly for the benefit of the Company and our customers. All employees should work at their assigned location; however, this role may offer the opportunity to work remotely 2 days per week, with approvals.

Overview

Reporting directly to the Director of Risk and Compliance - the Principal, Risk & Compliance Manager will serve as an operational backbone of our enterprise Risk and Compliance Program with specialized focus on export controls and technology transfer compliance. This role will manage the day-to-day execution of compliance initiatives, risk assessments, and regulatory requirements across our company, ensuring Quantinuum adheres to all relevant legal and regulatory requirements while implementing comprehensive compliance programs across all company platforms.

YOU MUST HAVE :

• Export Controls & Technology Transfer :
• Manage comprehensive EAR and ITAR compliance programs, including classification, jurisdiction analysis, and licensing processes
• Conduct hands-on ECCN classifications for hardware, software, and technical data across all product lines
• Develop, maintain, and audit Technology Control Plans (TCPs) for controlled technologies and quantum computing systems
• Coordinate export license applications and maintain ongoing compliance with license conditions
• Conduct technology transfer reviews and provide guidance on international collaborations
• Program Management & Operations :
• Develop and maintain comprehensive compliance policies, procedures, and controls across all business units
• Execute daily compliance monitoring activities including transaction reviews, policy adherence checks, and regulatory reporting
• Coordinate cross-functional compliance initiatives with Legal, Finance, HR, IT Security, Procurement, and Business Operations teams
• Manage compliance calendar including regulatory deadlines, audit schedules, and policy review cycles
• Risk Assessment & Monitoring :
• Conduct regular enterprise risk assessments identifying operational, regulatory, and reputational risks with emphasis on export control violations
• Maintain risk register with current risk ratings, mitigation strategies, and ownership assignments
• Monitor key risk indicators (KRIs) and compliance metrics, providing regular reporting to leadership
• Implement risk mitigation controls and track remediation efforts
• Regulatory Compliance :
• Ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and policies including export controls (ITAR / EAR), data privacy (GDPR / CCPA), and industry-specific requirements
• Manage regulatory examinations and audits, serving as primary point of contact with regulators including DDTC and BIS
• Prepare and submit required regulatory filings and notifications in conjunction with the Office of General Counsel
• Track regulatory changes and assess impact on business operations, particularly export control regulatory updates
• Training & Communication :
• Help design and deliver compliance training programs to educate employees about compliance requirements and risk management best practices, with specialized export control training modules
• Serve as compliance subject matter expert for business teams seeking guidance on export control matters
• Documentation & Reporting :
• Prepare comprehensive compliance reports for executive leadership and board committees
• Document compliance testing results and remediation activities
• Support internal and external audit activities
• Maintain detailed export control documentation and audit trails

YOU MUST HAVE :

WE VALUE :

$160,000 - $200,000 a year

Compensation & Benefits :

Incentive Eligible - Range posted is inclusive of bonus target when applicable

The pay range for this role is $160,000 - $200,000 annually. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate's skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.

Quantinuum is the world's largest integrated quantum company, driving breakthroughs in materials discovery, cybersecurity, and next-generation quantum AI. With a team of more than 600 employees, including more than 420 of them being scientists and engineers, we are leading the worldwide quantum computing revolution.

By uniting best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware, our integrated full-stack approach is accelerating the path to practical quantum computing and scaling its impact across multiple industries.

As we celebrate the International Year of Quantum, there has never been a more exciting time to be part of this rapidly evolving field. By joining Quantinuum, you'll be at the forefront of this transformative revolution, shaping the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.

What is in it for you?

A competitive salary and innovative, game-changing work

Flexible work schedule

Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match for student loan repayment benefit

Equity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick time

Paid parental leave

Employee discounts

Quantinuum is an equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. Know Your Rights : Workplace discrimination is illegal

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