Senior Ethics and Compliance Manager

Senior Ethics and Compliance Manager

Department: Internal Audit & Compliance

Job Purpose:

To oversee the Corporate Compliance Program functioning as an independent and objective body that reviews and evaluates compliance issues/concerns within the organization

Responsibilities:

Assist the Internal Audit and Compliance Director to develop initiate maintain and revise policies and procedures for the general operation of the Compliance Program and its related activities to prevent illegal unethical or improper conduct. Manages day-to-day operation of the Program

Assist the Internal Audit and Compliance Director to develop and periodically review and update Standards of Conduct to ensure continued guidance to management and employees. Implement initiatives to foster an ethical culture throughout the organization

Collaborate with other departments (e.g. Risk Management Internal Audit Human Resource etc.) to direct compliance issues to appropriate existing channels for investigation and resolution. Consult with the Internal Audit and Compliance Director as needed to resolve difficult legal compliance issues

Respond to alleged violations of rules regulations policies procedures and Standards of Conduct by evaluating or recommending the initiation of investigative procedures. Develops and oversees a system for uniform handling of such violations

Assist Internal Audit and Compliance Director to act as an independent review and evaluation body to ensure that compliance Issues/concerns within the organization are being appropriately evaluated investigated and resolved

Bring visibility to and monitor compliance with the Business Code of Conduct Whistle Blowing Policy Fraud Control Policy and related standards and procedures

Monitor and as necessary coordinate compliance activities of other departments to remain abreast of the frequency and status of all compliance activities and to identify trends

Monitor and report on business processes and practices are in line with relevant laws regulations and corporate policies

Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk develops/implements corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues and provides general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar situations in the future

Provide reports on a regular basis to Internal Audit and Compliance Director to inform the operation and progress of compliance efforts

Establish and provide direction and management of the compliance / Whistleblower Hotline

Institute and maintain an effective compliance communication program for the organization including promoting (a) use of the Compliance Hotline; (b) heightened awareness of Standards of Conduct and (c) understanding of new and existing compliance issues and related policies and procedures

Work with the Human Resources Department and others as appropriate to develop an effective compliance training program including appropriate introductory training for new employees as well as ongoing training for all employees and managers

Monitor the performance of the Compliance Program and related activities on a continuing basis taking appropriate steps to improve its effectiveness

Participate in preparation of Corporate Governance Report / Manual and other Department / AC reports as requested

Requirements:

Bachelors Degree in Finance Accountancy Engineering or equivalent

Professional certifications including but not limited to CFE CCEP CIA CCRP ICSI or equivalent is required

Minimum 8 years of related work experience in similar industries

Ability to generate positive working relationships with the business but remain robust when required

A keen observer and high awareness of fraud red flags including ability to read and interpret body language

Committed to deadlines and delivering high quality work

Attention to detail and ability to follow up based on facts developed in the investigation

Ability to obtain relevant information make appropriate analyses and understand the relative significance of issues

Ability to write concise accurate logical well summarised reports

Ability to present and support viewpoints with logical well-grounded thinking

Show respect flexibility and loyalty towards colleagues throughout the organization

Collaborate constructively and effectively with all colleagues throughout the organization

Good command of English verbal and written