Compliance & Ethics Officer

Key Responsibilities:

Risk Assessment, Monitoring & Policy Development

• Develop, implement and maintain an effective compliance framework aligned with global and local regulations. (e.g., code of conduct anti-bribery, etc.).
• Periodically review and update policies and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) related to ethics and compliance.
• Monitor adherence to internal controls and investigate red flags on suspicious activities.
• Case Receive Management and evaluate & ethics complaints or whistleblower reports through internal channels.

Investigation, Reporting & Governance

• Investigate potential violations of compliance policies and ethics standards, often in consultation with HR Director and Legal Counsel.
• Prepare and submit periodic compliance reports for senior management teams, track KPIs and drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain records of compliance activities, audits, and investigations.

Ethics & Integrity:

• Foster an ethical workplace culture by addressing concerns related to fraud, corruption, or unethical behavior.
• Manage the organization's whistleblower program and investigate reported violations confidentially.

Training & Awareness:

• Develop content and conduct regular training programs for employees, vendors, third party associates on compliance, ethics, and regulatory requirements.
• Promote awareness of ethical standards and whistleblower policies.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication:

• Collaborate with functions to integrate compliance into business processes.
• Advise leadership on ethical dilemmas and compliance risks in strategic decisions.
• Serving as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on compliance matters.

Policy Development & Implementation:

• Develop, update, and enforce compliance policies as per group guidelines and local laws.
• Create and maintain a Code of Conduct aligned with organizational values and Indian laws.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Master's / Bachelors degree in law with 12+ years experience in compliance, legal and related field.
• Certifications like Certified Compliance & Ethics professional (CCEP, ICA) preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in conflict resolution, investigation, mediation, or a similar role
• Strong knowledge of applicable India and international laws (FCPA, Labour Laws, GDPR, etc)
• Proven experience in developing, implementing and managing ethics & compliance programs.
• Strong experience in handling investigations and managing whistleblower cases, etc