Department: Legal

Job Location: Manila, Philippines / Singapore

Reporting to: Chief Compliance Officer

Travel required: Flexibility in travelling as per business requirement

Company Overview:

A world free of fossil fuels. If you share our vision, then join us on our mission.

 

This is your opportunity to make a real difference in averting the climate crisis, in an organisation that is at the forefront of the global transition to renewable energy.

 

Mainstream Renewable Power is a recognised global leader in renewable energy; and the pride we all get from developing, constructing and operating our projects is one reason why we are officially recognised as a Great Place to Work.

 

Now we are looking for people who can power our progress to a new level. If you want to make a real difference in the world, working with our extraordinary team across six continents, check out our newly created role.

Summary of Role:

We are looking for a motivated, organised, and detail-oriented Senior Compliance Officer to join our Legal & Compliance team. This position involves working as part of the wider Legal & Compliance team managing risk within the firm globally and plays an important role in shaping the company’s compliance culture, which strives to be the best in class.   

What you will do?

Participation in and promotion of a global compliance culture based on a “tone-from-the-top” and “mood-in-the-middle” approach across diverse cultures and regions. Communicating and providing advice to personnel throughout the company regarding compliance issues and processes. Conducting third party due diligence on supply chain partners, joint venture partners and M&A opportunities (using a combination of open-source intelligence and external resources). Maintaining up to date and accurate internal compliance records (such as registers for gifts & entertainment, conflicts, training attendance). Assisting with preparation and publication of the group modern slavery statement on an annual basis and other reporting required by law. Supporting the general effort to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. Assisting with the drafting of internal policies and processes in areas including ABC, sanctions, human rights and modern slavery, data
protection & privacy. Assisting with the design and roll-out of training programmes related to the above, including organising and running compliance workshops with joint venture and supply chain partners. Responding to compliance queries from within the business.

What we require?

4-8 years previous experience working in a world-class ethics and compliance program. Demonstrable understanding of the domestic and international legal frameworks governing compliance programmes including Irish legislation, UK Bribery Act, US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. Familiarity with all aspects that contribute to an effective ethics and compliance programme for a multi-national energy company Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, in particular, the ability to explain complex principles to stakeholders and effectively influence decisions makers including the ability to say “No” when needed. Confident in delivering compliance training both virtually and in-person. Excellent organizational, communication and written skills, with an emphasis on attention to detail. An effective researcher with a “finger on the pulse” approach to staying abreast of international ethics and compliance trends and regulatory changes. Proactive with an ability to prioritise and handle a large workload under time constraints. Experience working with SharePoint and Microsoft office is essential.

 

Knowledge & skill requirements – nice to haves

Fluency in one or more languages where we conduct business in a non-English speaking part of the world. Experience working in a compliance role within the energy industry or highly regulated industry. Practical data privacy experience, legitimate interest and transfer impact assessments, review of data processing agreements and contractual provisions. Experience with OneTrust, Compliance Catalyst and Convercent or similar compliance related tools. Experience of managing compliance in joint venture companies. Experience of preparing and conducting internal compliance audits.

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