Compliance & Risk Manager

Brand: Trail Blazers
Category: Legal
Department: Legal
Job Type: Full-Time
Date Posted: Jan 14, 2026

Description

Become a part of the team behind the team.

As employees of the Portland Trail Blazers at the Rose Quarter, we do more than basketball. We are blazing trails toward winning championships on and off the court.We are pioneers and innovators. We look for people who push boundaries, who dream, who are committed to inclusivity – who want to contribute to Rip City!

As our Compliance & Risk Manager, you willplay a critical role in protecting and strengthening our organization by leading enterprise-wide compliance and risk management efforts across all operations, including event management, team business and basketball operations, and data governance/cybersecurity initiatives.

Reporting to our General Counsel, you’ll help ensure we operate with integrity, accountability, and in alignment with legal requirements, industry standards, and internal policies. As a trusted advisor to leaders across the organization, you’ll build thoughtful programs, proactively identify and mitigate risk, and help foster a strong culture of safety, integrity, and compliance. The ideal candidate is proactive, analytical, and collaborative, with the ability to influence across departments.

This is an on-site role. Currently, the Portland Trail Blazers operate in a hybrid environment, with three days in the office and two days remote each week.

DAY-TO-DAY:

• Develop, implement, and maintain an enterprise-wide risk management framework, policies, and procedures to identify, assess, monitor, and report on potential risks (operational, financial, reputational, safety, and information security).
• Aid the organization’s compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the sports and events industries, not limited to internal operations, data governance and privacy laws, safety protocols, and league regulations.
• Conduct regular internal audits and reviews to evaluate compliance procedures and internal controls and lead investigations in partnership with Legal Affairs and People & Culture into reported compliance issues or incidents of non-compliance.
• Serve as an internal stakeholder in the organization’s compliance program and perform duties specific to related compliance initiatives and projects. Such duties include, but are not limited to, conducting educational and awareness training activities, monitoring compliance reporting, and tracking systems and claims.
• As needed, draft, update, and implement internal policies and procedures. Coordinate and deliver ongoing training sessions and workshops for employees to ensure awareness and understanding of their compliance obligations and risk management protocols.
• Collaborate with the IT department and the Assistant Data Privacy Officer to integrate risk management principles into cybersecurity and data governance and privacy initiatives. Support the development and testing of incident response plans and disaster recovery strategies and help manage vendor risk assessments to safeguard information assets.
• Prepare timely and detailed risk and regulatory reports for the General Counsel and senior management, providing actionable recommendations for mitigating risks and enhancing control improvements.
• Partner with relevant departments on incident reporting, assisting in the management of the claims process, and coordinating with insurance brokers and outside legal counsel as needed.
• Stay informed about new laws, government regulations, and best industry practices, recommending changes to existing policies and processes to maintain an effective and dynamic risk and compliance program.

WE’D LIKE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE:

• Have 5–7 years of experience in compliance, risk management, audit, legal operations, or a related field.
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, Legal Studies, or a related field.
• Bring strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Have hands-on experience with compliance and risk management processes and systems in a complex or highly regulated environment.
• Are an excellent communicator, able to translate complex regulations and risk concepts into clear, practical guidance for diverse audiences.
• Demonstrate collaborative leadership, with the ability to influence across departments and work effectively without direct authority.
• Are comfortable using risk management tools and data to support reporting, insights, and continuous improvement.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, balancing multiple priorities with sound judgment and professionalism.

WE’D BE THRILLED IF YOU ALSO HAVE:

• Legal education and/or professional certifications in audit, compliance, or risk management (preferred, not required).

Encouraging All to Apply: At Rip City, we embrace diversity within our team and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences that drive our success. We strongly encourage individuals of all backgrounds and abilities to apply for our open positions. We understand that individuals from underrepresented groups may hesitate to apply if they don't meet every qualification listed above; however, we want to emphasize that if you believe you have the skills and experience to succeed in this role, we encourage you to apply. We would love to hear from you and explore how your unique talents and perspectives could contribute to our team.

PERKS:

We invest in our employees inside and outside of work. Our benefits package for full-time teammates includes:

• Salary Range: $120,000 - $130,000 annually
• Competitive Healthcare Coverage
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Maternal & Parental Leave
• Flexible Time Off (3 weeks + 11 holidays)
• Wellness Perks
• Relocation Assistance (if applicable)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking + Discounted Mass Transit Passes
• Discounted & Complimentary Tickets
• Ongoing Learning & Development
• Daily Free Lunch

Offers of employment are conditional upon the successful results of an individual background check. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories and review results on an individual basis.

The Portland Trail Blazers at the Rose Quarter embraces diversity and inclusion. We celebrate individual expression and uniqueness on our campus. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination. We are committed to hiring individuals that reflect the community we serve without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. We are an equal opportunity employer.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.