Ethics & Compliance Analyst II

This position is designated as a hybrid role based out of our headquarters near Portland, Oregon. The current expectation is for employees to work onsite four days per week, subject to change based on business needs. This in-office requirement may be adjusted at the discretion of the company.

OUTGROWN YOUR OWN BACKYARD? COME PLAY IN OURS.:

At Columbia, we’re as passionate

about:

the outdoors as you are. And while our gear is available worldwide, we’re proud to be based in the Pacific Northwest, where natural wonders are our playground. Every product we make and every task we undertake is inspired by the famous words of our founder Gert Boyle: “It’s perfect. Now make it better.” As pioneers of relentless improvement, we are constantly evolving.

We believe the outdoors is ours to protect and strive to keep our planet healthy. We believe in empowering people to

experience:

the outdoors to the fullest. And we believe in you.

ABOUT:

THE POSITION Columbia Sportswear’s Ethics & Compliance team plays an integral role in ensuring our global operations are grounded in integrity, transparency, and strong governance. As an Ethics & Compliance Analyst II, you will support the day‑to‑day operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of our global compliance program.

You’ll work cross‑functionally with Legal, HR, Finance, Internal Audit, and global business partners to help implement controls, maintain compliance frameworks, perform monitoring activities, and support training and communication initiatives. HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE Coordinate and support the execution of core compliance program activities, including training, communications, recordkeeping, and routine operational tasks.

• Manage and maintain compliance‑related tools and digital resources, ensuring information is organized, accurate, and accessible.
• Assist with data gathering and preparation for reports, presentations, and materials used in compliance committee and leadership meetings.

Triage incoming disclosures and inquiries (e.g., gifts, entertainment, conflicts of interest) and ensure appropriate follow‑up or escalation.

• Support elements of third‑party due diligence and compliance monitoring processes.
• Contribute to process improvements that strengthen program efficiency, consistency, and clarity.

YOU ARE Detail‑oriented with strong organizational

skills:

A clear and proactive communicator who keeps stakeholders well‑informed. Comfortable navigating changing information, gray areas, and evolving processes. Tech‑savvy and eager to learn new systems or workflows that support your work. Collaborative, dependable, and able to build strong working relationships across teams.

YOU HAVE Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

experience:

2–4 years of

experience:

in compliance, internal audit, legal support, shared services, or another detail‑heavy operational or administrative role.

Experience:

coordinating processes, managing information, or supporting programs with multiple stakeholders. Comfort working with technology platforms and maintaining digital organization. Strong judgment, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential information. #LI-JD1 This job

description:

is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and

responsibilities:

, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company. Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal

opportunity:

employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter. At Columbia Sportswear Company, we’re proud to offer regular full-time employees a

benefits:

package that includes a variety of services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding. Our benefit programs contribute to overall employee well-being by aligning those programs with the fundamental elements of well-being: physical, social/emotional, financial, career and community.

Benefits:

that can protect your family’s financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match. Columbia offers medical, dental, vision, life Insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and an assortment of voluntary benefit offerings (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services).

In addition, Columbia offers EAP + which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services. We have extensive wellness

benefits:

, employee discounts and a generous time off program available. If you need an accommodation/adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application, please reach out to AskHR@columbia.com with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested. Founded in 1938, Columbia Sportswear Company is a global leader in designing, sourcing, marketing, and distributing outdoor and active lifestyle apparel, footwear, accessories, and equipment.

Our four primary brands — Columbia®, Mountain Hardwear®, SOREL® and prAna® — complement each other to address the diverse needs of active consumers and their products have gained an international reputation for their innovation, quality and performance. Learn more

about:

our family of brands here.