Compliance UK Partner

Our client a leading Oil and gas operator based in Aberdeen are currently recruiting for the role of Compliance UK Partner. Ideally for this role they are looking for an experienced Compliance professional who has knowledge of local and international compliance regulations and has experience in project management and/or participation in cross-cutting projects. For further Information on this role see below:

Job Profile Summary
The Compliance UK Partner is responsible for leading the Compliance function in the UK, ensuring adherence to regulatory
standards in areas such as integrity, criminal prevention, money laundering, and more. The partner also oversees the
implementation of formal compliance models, including risk assessments, training, monitoring, and continuous improvement
initiatives. Additionally, provides essential support and information to management and administrative bodies to promote due control
and good corporate governance.
Accountabilities and Responsibilities
• Advise UK businesses on legal compliance matters, including integrity, criminal prevention, money laundering, terrorist
financing, international sanctions, personal data protection, antitrust, and due diligence with third parties, ensuring
adherence to applicable legislation and company standards and developing procedures and guidelines as needed.
• Establish expert legal judgment on compliance matters as required.
• Implement and update formal compliance models according to regulators expectations and company standards.
• Conduct specific risk assessments to identify gaps and issuing recommendations.
• Assume the role of Privacy Champion for the UK, ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations and coordinating
initiatives with different departments and the corporate compliance privacy team.
• Coordinate needed support in investigations with key areas (Legal, Labour Relations, Audit, Security, etc.).
• Promote ethics and compliance culture through training and communication initiatives.
• Coordinate planning process with Audit and Internal Control.
• Conduct specific supervision projects and monitor KPIs to prevent risks and assess the effectiveness of our models.
• Report to local administrative and management bodies of compliance aspects.
• Attend compliance requirements to partners, regulators, or competent authorities as necessary.
• Report to Corporate Compliance, keeping timely updated on the achievement of established milestones, as well as new
unplanned work.
Professional Skills and Experiences
• Experience of 5 or more years in compliance and regulatory affairs
• Experience in project management and/or participation in cross-cutting projects
• Knowledge of local and international compliance regulations such as FCPA, UK Bribery Act, OFAC, etc
• Knowledge of the macroeconomic and regulatory environment
• Proficiency in English (proficiency in Spanish is valued)
• Advanced level proficiency in Microsoft Office software
Educational Qualification and Certifications
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law or other related certifications
• Degree in business administration and management is a preferred qualification