Compliance and Risk Manager

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The New Terminal One at John F. Kennedy International Airport is a bold and exciting project to develop a world-class international terminal that will serve as an anchor terminal in the Port Authority's $19 billion transformation of JFK into a global gateway to the New York metropolitan area and the United States. The New Terminal One will set a new standard for design and service, aspiring to obtain a Top 5 Skytrax ranking and be considered one of the finest airport terminals in the world.

The New Terminal One is being built on sites now occupied by Terminal 1 and the former Terminal 2 and Terminal 3, where it will anchor JFK's south side. Construction is taking place in phases. The first phase, including the new arrivals and departures halls and first set of 14 new gates, is expected to open in 2026. At completion, anticipated in 2030, the New Terminal One will be 2.6 million square feet, making it the largest terminal at JFK and nearly the same size as LaGuardia Airport's two new terminals combined.

The New Terminal One will be a 23-gate, state-of-the-art, international-only terminal. Sustainably designed and future-focused, the terminal will feature expansive, naturally lit public spaces, cutting-edge technology, and an array of amenities, all designed to enhance the customer experience and compete with some of the highest-rated airport terminals in the world.

Who we are looking for :

The Compliance and Risk Manager will lead the development, implementation, and oversight of JFK NTO's compliance and risk management programs. This role ensures adherence to federal, state, and Port Authority regulations, contractual obligations, and internal policies and standards, while proactively identifying and mitigating risks across airport functions including safety, finance, IT, legal, and infrastructure across the New Terminal One (NTO) project.

What you'll be doing :

Risk Management

• Develop and maintain a Risk Register and Risk Assessment Matrix aligned with JFK NTO's Risk Management Policy.
• Identify and assess risks related to business continuity and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with internal departments and third-party contractors to mitigate risks and ensure operational resilience.
• Conduct regular risk assessments across terminal, airside, landside, and support operations.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to evaluate physical property risks and recommend improvements.

Policy Governance

Compliance Oversight

Qualifications :

Where will you work :

This role will be hybrid and is currently located in Building 111 at JFK Airport. As NTO progresses towards its operational phase, your role may transition to the terminal, where you will be directly involved in the day-to-day activities of this state-of-the-art international terminal.

This role requires a valid Secure Worker Access Consortium (SWAC) clearance and / or Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge, which will be obtained and maintained throughout employment. Successful candidates will be subject to a background check and other security clearance procedures. Candidates who cannot obtain and maintain this credential will not be considered for employment.

What we offer :

Our values and commitment :

We do not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The New Terminal One consortium of labor, operating, and financial partners is led by Ferrovial, JLC Infrastructure, Ullico, and Carlyle. The New Terminal One is being built by union labor and we are committed to local inclusion and labor participation, focusing on diversity and capacity-building opportunities, including ambitious participation goals of 30% for minority and women-owned enterprises, 10% for local business enterprises and 3% for service-disabled veteran-owned businesses.

To learn more about the New Terminal One at JFK International Airport, visit