Head of Compliance for International Student Recruitment

Global University Systems is an international education group that empowers students to transform their lives through education. We believe education drives careers, lives, and society forward, enabling a brighter future for all. Our network of 30 institutions offers the broadest range of industry-relevant skills through inclusive, accessible, and digital-first learning. We currently educate around 122,000 students on campuses worldwide and have 20M+ unique subscribers to our courses. Our global ecosystem powers accessible digital learning and academic achievement.

Position:

This is an exciting role to work for the institutes of Global University Systems. Leading the IBD Compliance Team for all institutions within the IBD department, the role is mainly focused on supporting strategic compliance objectives and increasing the performance of the overall compliance team.

As the Global Compliance HOD, you will be responsible for assessing and monitoring risks associated with Recruitment Partners. You will also be responsible for developing and implementing a robust vendor risk and regulatory compliance program for the organization that includes maintaining Partner risk profiles, conducting ongoing monitoring activities, and providing regular updates to senior management. You will work closely with various business units to ensure that Partners are properly vetted, that appropriate risk mitigation strategies are in place and prepare materials for senior management and Institutional Compliance team that are in line with regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities include the following activities but are not limited to:

• Investigate disparities, suspicious activity, and patterns that would result in inconsistencies.
• Develop and implement a Recruitment Partner risk management and compliance program based on industry best practices.
• Conduct Recruitment Partner risk assessments to identify potential risks and vulnerabilities.
• Analyse Recruitment Partner risk profiles and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Develop and maintain Recruitment Partner risk management policies and procedures.
• Conduct ongoing monitoring activities to ensure compliance with Recruitment Partner risk management policies.
• Collaborate with Institutional Compliance and other business units to ensure Recruitment Partner due diligence and risk management requirements are met.
• Identify and escalate emerging risks to senior management.
• Prepare regular reports on Recruitment Partner risk management activities and provide updates to senior management.
• Lead the development, implementation, and communication of Recruitment Partner compliance and risk policies and procedures to various internal stakeholders.
• Partner with the Institutional Compliance team and support functions to identify, report and mitigate Recruitment Partner risks and act as the subject matter expert in the operational risk framework and risks/processes/controls.
• Apply sound judgment and implement practices for effective Recruitment Partner risk management and compliance activities in accordance with the operational risk management framework.
• Maintain a strong understanding of current business and function risks to adequately assess risk exposures and impacts.
• Create and maintain effective relationships and regular interaction with all groups and departments, other members of the risk group, external stakeholders, and regulators, as applicable.
• Develop and implement an effective Institutional compliance program.
• Create sound internal controls and monitor adherence to them.
• Educate and train stakeholders on regulations and industry practices.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in operational risk management, Recruitment Partner risk management, Recruitment Partner regulatory compliance, or related field.
• Experience with vendor risk management and/or vendor compliance tools and technologies.
• Certified Third Party Risk Professional (CTPRP) or other relevant certifications.
• Supply Chain Management Designation (SCMP)
• Demonstrated understanding of Recruitment Partner risk and operational risk management measurement and reporting
• Process/control, program design and analytical skills
• Strong project management skills
• Experience in Recruitment Partner contract negotiations
• Ability to understand, interpret and communicate regulations and policies.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess risk and make recommendations.
• Knowledge of Recruitment Partner risk management frameworks and best practices
• Experience in developing and implementing Recruitment Partner risk management policies and procedures.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively with various stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive and apply judgment during periods of change and ambiguity.
• Attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• You have a natural ability to collaborate well with others across the organization and thrive in a fast-paced and highly fluid environment.
• You have strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent attention to detail
• You are extremely organized, have great project management skills, and the ability to prioritize effectively
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office suite

Other information:

Please note this position is only available on our Consultancy Agreement.

We acknowledge receipt of your resume for a position at Global University Systems and sincerely appreciate your interest in our company.

We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose qualifications meet our requirements. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you if you are selected to continue for the next stage of the recruitment process. Please share your CV in English. We wish you every success.

GUS is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.