Top Global Compliance and Ethics Executive 

This position has global accountability for developing and directing the organization's compliance, ethics and business conduct function for the total corporation worldwide, under executive management direction based on predetermined goal and objects. The incumbent in this position may also have responsibilities in other major organization functions, such as, legal, human resources, auditing, etc. Determines appropriateness of corporate-wide compliance initiatives; provides leadership and oversight to ensure development and implementation of strategies, policies and programs. Responsible for all activities relating to standards of conduct, to include ethical relationships with customers, contractors, suppliers, employees, shareholders and other stakeholders. Provides leadership in the development of a compliance risk management program to assess, prioritize and manage legal and regulatory compliance, facilitating the systematic assessment and management of compliance risks. Responsible for the companywide confidential reporting program ("Helpline") allowing employees, customers, contractors, and other stakeholders to disclose violations of the corporation's compliance and ethical standards, violations of law, or corporate policy relating to such matters without fear of retaliation. Responsible for effectively managing the training, communications and publications for the compliance and ethics policies, procedures and practices to all employees and agents. Provides expert advice and interpretation of the company's code of conduct. Accountable for conducting investigations into alleged violations of company compliance, ethics and business conduct and make recommendations for resolution of misconduct including penalties and other appropriate action based on severity of the case. May be accountable for ensuring compliance with U.S. Government procurement and contract compliance laws and regulations. Must have thorough knowledge of the corporation's business strategies, policies, standards and practices. Manages the function's responsibilities within an approved program budget. Provides comprehensive reports to the Top Executive and various Committees of the Board of Directors. Works closely with the cognizant staff functions, Legal, Finance, Internal Auditing, Human Resources, as well as, business unit senior management.

Qualification Guidelines:

J.D. or Master's degree and more than 10 years work experience or Bachelor's degree and more than 15 years work experience. Minimum of 8 years of management responsibilities and 6 years relevant work in Human Resources, Finance, Internal Auditing, Legal or Security.

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