Experience:

15 years required

Skills:

Industry trends, Financial Modeling, Negotiation, English

Job type:

Full-time

• Education and Certification: Bachelor's degree in Law (LL.B. or equivalent) or related field; Master's degree or relevant professional certifications in compliance or corporate governance strongly preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 10-15 years of compliance post-qualification experience in a large enterprise, public listed company, or multinational corporation. Must demonstrate proven expertise in developing and implementing comprehensive compliance programs, policies, and procedures. Required experience includes risk management, corporate ...
• Skills: Demonstrated leadership experience in compliance program management with strategic risk assessment expertise; exceptional stakeholder communication skills across all organizational levels; proficiency in drafting clear compliance policies and training materials; proven ability to balance business objectives with regulatory requirements while implementing effective monitoring programs; expertise in relevant regulations (e.g. anti-bribery, data privacy, and competition law); track record of successful regulatory engagement and audit management; strong analytical skills to translate complex requirements into practical guidance; experience navigating compliance challenges in multicultural environments; and fluent English proficiency in both verbal and written communication.
• Job Purpose: Lead the Compliance Division under the direction of the Chief Legal Officer, ensuring organizational adherence to regulatory requirements while supporting business objectives. Develop and implement comprehensive compliance programs, provide expert guidance to leadership, conduct strategic risk assessments, and foster a culture of integrity while optimizing compliance efficiency.
• Develop and Implement: Lead the development and implementation of the compliance division's strategic plan, aligning with corporate goals and objectives, and ensure adherence to local and international laws, regulations, and corporate governance standards.
• Manage and Maintain: Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of compliance policies, procedures, and management frameworks in line with industry best practices.
• Budget Management: Assist in budget preparation, monitor expenditures, and optimize resource allocation within the compliance division.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Foster relationships with internal stakeholders, including senior management, risk, audit, and operational teams, providing expert compliance advice and support to management and the board.
• Talent Development: Support the development of compliance talent, contributing to succession planning and leadership development within the division.
• Training and Awareness: Assist in the delivery of compliance training programs to enhance legal awareness and foster a culture of compliance throughout the organization.
• Strategic Leadership: Provide strategic direction for compliance initiatives while overseeing the formulation and implementation of operational compliance strategies, ensuring alignment with company goals.
• Performance Management: Contribute to the development of performance metrics and reporting mechanisms to measure the effectiveness of compliance programs.
• Initiative Management: Support the identification, prioritization, and execution of key compliance initiatives.
• Compliance Counseling: Provide strategic legal advice and compliance counseling to management and internal functions, ensuring adherence to applicable laws and regulations, including anti-bribery, anti-corruption, data protection, competition law, and regulatory requirements.
• Risk Assessment: Lead the identification and assessment of legal and regulatory risks, developing risk mitigation strategies and action plans.
• Monitoring and Investigation: Oversee compliance monitoring activities, conduct internal investigations, lead investigations into potential compliance breaches, and manage external vendor performance related to compliance services, ensuring timely resolution and remediation.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Facilitate effective communication and coordination with internal and external stakeholders on compliance matters.
• Regulatory Liaison: Manage regulatory interactions, including responding to inquiries, reporting obligations, and maintaining effective relationships with regulatory authorities.
• Legal and Regulatory Analysis: Monitor changes in legal and regulatory requirements, assess their impact on business operations, and implement necessary adjustments through in-depth analysis of domestic and international laws and regulations, ensuring timely compliance and implementation.
• Skill Gap Analysis: Identify and address skill and subject matter expertise gaps within the compliance team.
• Performance Oversight: Provide guidance and feedback to compliance staff, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Foster collaboration and alignment across departments to ensure integrated compliance efforts.
• Information Sharing: Facilitate the exchange of compliance-related information across the organization.
• Issue Resolution: Provide expert guidance and support in resolving complex compliance issues. Support the broader legal team as needed.