We are seeking a Global H&S Audit Manager to lead the strategic direction and governance of AWS's Internal Health & Safety Audit Program. This role is focused on defining audit strategy, building and mentoring a high-performing global team, and engaging with senior leadership to drive safety assurance outcomes at scale. This role does not primarily execute audits - it shapes how, where, and why audits happen across the organization. Key job responsibilities You will: - Define and own the global H&S audit strategy, including program expansion into new and emerging business lines, and regions - Lead and mentor a globally dispersed team of auditors across multiple regions, time zones, cultures, and regulatory environments- developing their capability to independently deliver high-quality audits - Engage with leaders to communicate audit program strategy, risk posture, and safety performance through Monthly Business Reviews (MBRs), Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), and other forums - Build and maintain partnerships across Operations, Legal, DCHS, and the SMP team to ensure alignment between audit strategy and business objectives - Navigate ambiguity - determine where audit coverage is needed most, particularly in new or evolving parts of the business where safety frameworks may not yet exist - Insist on the highest standards for program governance and audit quality, applying broad technical knowledge and sound business judgment to drive organizational outcomes Responsibilities - Strategic Direction & Program Design - Define the multi-year audit strategy, including scope, coverage model, and prioritization framework aligned to organizational risk appetite - Design and implement audit methodologies for new departments, business lines, and operational environments where audit coverage does not yet exist - Establish audit mechanisms, metrics, and reporting frameworks that inform senior leadership decision-making - Continuously evaluate and evolve the audit program to reflect changes in the business, regulatory landscape, and emerging risks - Partner with the SMP team, DCHS, and HS Legal to ensure audit strategy creates a continuous loop of feedback that drives systemic safety improvements Senior Leadership Engagement & Governance - Present audit program performance, emerging risks, and strategic recommendations at MBRs, QBRs, and leadership forums - Serve as the primary point of contact for on all matters related to H&S audit assurance - Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for the audit program, providing data-driven insights leadership - Influence without authority across a matrixed, global organization to drive accountability for safety outcomes - Earn trust through proactive engagement to understand business priorities and educate on audit value Global Team Leadership, Mentorship & Development - Lead, coach, and develop a team of auditors dispersed across multiple global regions, navigating differences in culture, regulation, language, and working norms - Provide mentorship and guidance to auditors, helping prioritize the most impactful risks, improve audit quality, and grow professionally - Build team operating norms that account for time zone challenges, cultural diversity, and regional regulatory nuances - Provide clarity and direction to the team in ambiguous situations, enabling them to execute with confidence Program Oversight & Continuous Improvement - Oversee end-to-end audit program delivery, including resource planning, scheduling, and management of borrowed resources across regions - Review and quality-assure audit reports, ensuring clarity, conciseness, and alignment with program standards - Analyze trends in audit outcomes to identify systemic issues and make strategic recommendations for process and system improvements - Ensure follow-up on audit recommendations and that appropriate corrective action is taken to resolve identified deficiencies - Share best practices across the global network to drive continuous improvement of organizational H&S performance - Identify and escalate systemic hazards or risks that extend beyond individual audit scope Travel - Ability to travel approximately 25-35% to support team engagement, stakeholder relationship-building, and periodic audit oversight across global locations BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - 7+ years of conducting workplace risk investigations experience - Experience managing direct reports - Bachelor's degree or equivalent PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - CPA, CMA, CISA, CIA or equivalent risk, audit, or compliance credentials - Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification - Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel - Experience working in a customer-facing environment - Experience implementing scalable compliance solutions (technology, procedures, processes, etc.) in a regulated environment The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits. USA, OR, Umatilla - 133,300.00 - 180,300.00 USD annually USA, VA, Herndon - 133,300.00 - 180,300.00 USD annually USA, WA, Seattle - 133,300.00 - 180,300.00 USD annually