Partner Compliance Manager - Wallets, Payment, and Commerce

Apple is a place where extraordinary people gather to do their best work. Together we craft products and experiences people once couldn't have imagined - and now can't imagine living without. If you're excited by the idea of making a real impact, and joining a team where we pride ourselves on being one of the most diverse and inclusive companies in the world, a career with Apple might be your dream job! The Partner Enablement team is responsible for enhancing how Apple works with partners to deploy products and services at scale across the globe. The team is part of the Operations department, primarily focused on products available in the Wallets, Payments, and Commerce (WPC) ecosystem. We are looking for a talented strategy and operational expert to lead Partner compliance for WPC. In this role, you will be responsible establishing a new function within WPC in support of the overall growth of Apple Services in WPC. This role will require collaboration with cross-functional teams and across all WPC products and services. We are looking for someone with a strong track record of developing strategy, leading project implementation, outstanding analytical skills, a keen business sense, a strong drive to learn, develop and make an impact, and the ability to build strong relationships across the organization.

Description

This position will lead the Apple partner compliance activities within WPC. This individual will be responsible for helping to create the partner compliance function as well as managing the operation of the program. Initially, this role will focus on compliance activities related to Apple Pay, but will be expected to expand the operations to all of WPC products and services (e.g., identity, transit, etc.). The scope of the role will include enforcement of Issuer Functional Requirements and contractual requirements. The role will be focused on managing the two key components for partner compliance which are proactive monitoring and exceptions (waivers) management. The main responsibilities will include:

Responsibilities

• Work on complex partnerships setting strategy and driving value through collaboration.
• Partner internally and externally to advance initiatives and provide ongoing communications.
• Form business development frameworks and commercial models, define implementation paradigms, identify key players and maintain relationships with strategic partners.
• Contribute to a strong team culture encouraging diverse thought and service to our internal and external partners.

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in a strategy and operational roles
• Strong business intuition with a good foundation in financial and business strategy principles
• Excellent presentation, written, and verbal communication skills; ability to articulate a strong point of view clearly and succinctly.
• Bachelor's degree, quantitative or technical field preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Track record of building strong working relationships, including with senior management, and collaborating across teams with different priorities
• Outstanding problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to drive multiple concurrent projects forward independently despite high levels of ambiguity and complexity

Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $139,800 and $260,800, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant .

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Client-provided location(s): Culver City, CA

Job ID: apple-200630536-0670

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-11-09T19:05:08