Ethics and Compliance Officer

Job Role - Ethics and Compliance Officer

Experience - 3-8 years

Location - New Delhi

Key Responsibilities:

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure company-wide compliance with federal, state, and industry regulations (e. g. , GDPR, HIPAA, FCPA, SOX).
• Stay up to date with evolving laws, regulations, and best practices related to ethics and compliance.
• Develop and implement compliance policies, procedures, and controls to mitigate risks.

Ethics and Integrity Programs:

• Promote a strong ethical culture by designing and implementing ethical guidelines.
• Conduct ethics training and awareness programs for employees at all levels.
• Serve as a confidential resource for employees to report ethical concerns and compliance issues.

Risk Assessment & Audits:

• Identify, assess, and mitigate compliance risks across business operations.
• Lead internal audits and compliance reviews to ensure adherence to policies and regulations.
• Collaborate with external auditors and regulatory agencies when required.

Investigations & Reporting:

• Oversee and conduct investigations into compliance violations, ethical breaches, and misconduct.
• Maintain records of compliance incidents and prepare reports for senior management.
• Develop corrective action plans to address compliance gaps and prevent recurrence.

Policy Development & Training:

• Draft, update, and communicate company policies on ethics, anti-corruption, data privacy, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide training sessions on compliance policies, code of conduct, and whistleblower protections.
• Monitor employee adherence to compliance policies and provide guidance as needed.

Collaboration & Leadership:

• Work closely with legal, HR, finance, and executive leadership to align compliance strategies with business objectives.
• Advise senior management on ethical business practices and corporate governance.
• Foster a workplace environment that prioritizes integrity, transparency, and accountability.