Head of Compliance
Farfetch
Farfetch is a leading global marketplace for the luxury fashion industry. The Farfetch Marketplace connects customers in over 190 countries and territories with items from more than 50 countries and over 1,400 of the world’s best brands, boutiques, and department stores, delivering a truly unique shopping experience and access to the most extensive selection of luxury on a global marketplace.
LEGAL
We are a full service in-house Legal, Ethics and Compliance function, providing advice on strategic projects across all business areas, whilst developing our role as an integrated partner within the business.
LONDON
Our London office is located in Old Street, London’s tech hub, and is home to a wide range of teams. Our open space is ideal for collaborative work and sharing ideas. We also have a large outdoor terrace, which is the perfect spot to have a team lunch or host events.
ROLE
Reporting to VP Legal, the Head of Compliance has overall responsibility for ensuring compliance with our Code of Conduct and Company Policies. The Compliance team develops policies and standards, provides appropriate guidance, and helps to implement and monitor controls to identify and mitigate compliance risks across the entire organization. The team partners with the business and operations to design products, services, and controls that reduce compliance vulnerabilities and govern the process for measuring, monitoring, and reporting compliance risksImplement an effective compliance program across various compliance areas to ensure adherence to applicable legal requirements and mitigate potential compliance risks.Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to understand business processes and relevant compliance risks in each of these processes. Design and implement a compliance program that caters to these existing/potential risks.Stay informed of any changes or additions to laws and industry regulations that affect the Company’s operations.Review, update, and implement, compliance policies, procedures, and controls to ensure that the Company is conducting its business in full compliance with all laws and regulations and that the policies and Compliance programs are aligned with the overall direction from the parent entity. Cultivate an environment where employees respect and adhere to Company standards of integrity and ethics by integrating these values into all programs and practices and by creating awareness on relevant compliance matters.Minimum 15+ years of experience in Legal, Ethics, Compliance, Forensic, Statutory/Internal Audits, Internal/external investigations, Anti-Corruption, risk management, and/or building financial controls.Enterprise mindset; excellent communication skills; effective stakeholder influence and engagement skills.Proven track record of successfully leading compliance functions.A strong understanding of eCommerce operations will be an added advantage.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex problems and approach with a solution-oriented mindset.Detail-oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. REWARDS & BENEFITSEmployee Pension Scheme Flexible Benefits Program Health Insurance & Critical Illness cover Flexible work environment EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES STATEMENTFARFETCH is committed to being an inclusive workplace where diversity in all its forms is celebrated. We make employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, marital status, medical condition as defined by state law, physical or mental disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic information or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances. If you require special accommodation, please let us know.Reporting to VP Legal, the Head of Compliance has overall responsibility for ensuring compliance with our Code of Conduct and Company Policies. The Compliance team develops policies and standards, provides appropriate guidance, and helps to implement and monitor controls to identify and mitigate compliance risks across the entire organization. The team partners with the business and operations to design products, services, and controls that reduce compliance vulnerabilities and govern the process for measuring, monitoring, and reporting compliance risks
LEGAL
We are a full service in-house Legal, Ethics and Compliance function, providing advice on strategic projects across all business areas, whilst developing our role as an integrated partner within the business.
LONDON
Our London office is located in Old Street, London’s tech hub, and is home to a wide range of teams. Our open space is ideal for collaborative work and sharing ideas. We also have a large outdoor terrace, which is the perfect spot to have a team lunch or host events.
ROLE
Reporting to VP Legal, the Head of Compliance has overall responsibility for ensuring compliance with our Code of Conduct and Company Policies. The Compliance team develops policies and standards, provides appropriate guidance, and helps to implement and monitor controls to identify and mitigate compliance risks across the entire organization. The team partners with the business and operations to design products, services, and controls that reduce compliance vulnerabilities and govern the process for measuring, monitoring, and reporting compliance risksImplement an effective compliance program across various compliance areas to ensure adherence to applicable legal requirements and mitigate potential compliance risks.Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to understand business processes and relevant compliance risks in each of these processes. Design and implement a compliance program that caters to these existing/potential risks.Stay informed of any changes or additions to laws and industry regulations that affect the Company’s operations.Review, update, and implement, compliance policies, procedures, and controls to ensure that the Company is conducting its business in full compliance with all laws and regulations and that the policies and Compliance programs are aligned with the overall direction from the parent entity. Cultivate an environment where employees respect and adhere to Company standards of integrity and ethics by integrating these values into all programs and practices and by creating awareness on relevant compliance matters.Minimum 15+ years of experience in Legal, Ethics, Compliance, Forensic, Statutory/Internal Audits, Internal/external investigations, Anti-Corruption, risk management, and/or building financial controls.Enterprise mindset; excellent communication skills; effective stakeholder influence and engagement skills.Proven track record of successfully leading compliance functions.A strong understanding of eCommerce operations will be an added advantage.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex problems and approach with a solution-oriented mindset.Detail-oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. REWARDS & BENEFITSEmployee Pension Scheme Flexible Benefits Program Health Insurance & Critical Illness cover Flexible work environment EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES STATEMENTFARFETCH is committed to being an inclusive workplace where diversity in all its forms is celebrated. We make employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, marital status, medical condition as defined by state law, physical or mental disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic information or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances. If you require special accommodation, please let us know.Reporting to VP Legal, the Head of Compliance has overall responsibility for ensuring compliance with our Code of Conduct and Company Policies. The Compliance team develops policies and standards, provides appropriate guidance, and helps to implement and monitor controls to identify and mitigate compliance risks across the entire organization. The team partners with the business and operations to design products, services, and controls that reduce compliance vulnerabilities and govern the process for measuring, monitoring, and reporting compliance risks
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