Global Compliance HOD

Job Description

When you decide to work with GUS, you will be joining an industry leading, global organisation that has a reach in over 150 different countries.

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Position:n

This is an exciting role to work for the institutes of Global University Systems. Leading the IBD Compliance Team for all institutions within the IBD department, the role is mainly focused on supporting strategic compliance objectives and increasing the performance of the overall compliance team.

You will work closely with various business units to ensure that Partners are properly vetted, that appropriate risk mitigation strategies are in place and prepare materials for senior management and Institutional Compliance team that are in line with regulatory requirements.

nResponsibilities include the following activities but are not limited to:

• nInvestigate disparities, suspicious activity, and patterns that would result in inconsistencies.
• nDevelop and implement a Recruitment Partner risk management and compliance program based on industry best practices.
• nConduct Recruitment Partner risk assessments to identify potential risks and vulnerabilities.
• nAnalyse Recruitment Partner risk profiles and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• nDevelop and maintain Recruitment Partner risk management policies and procedures.
• nConduct ongoing monitoring activities to ensure compliance with Recruitment Partner risk management policies.
• nCollaborate with Institutional Compliance and other business units to ensure Recruitment Partner due diligence and risk management requirements are met.
• nIdentify and escalate emerging risks to senior management.
• nPrepare regular reports on Recruitment Partner risk management activities and provide updates to senior management.
• nLead the development, implementation, and communication of Recruitment Partner compliance and risk policies and procedures to various internal stakeholders.
• nPartner with the Institutional Compliance team and support functions to identify, report and mitigate Recruitment Partner risks and act as the subject matter expert in the operational risk framework and risks/processes/controls.
• nApply sound judgment and implement practices for effective Recruitment Partner risk management and compliance activities in accordance with the operational risk management framework.
• nMaintain a strong understanding of current business and function risks to adequately assess risk exposures and impacts.
• nCreate and maintain effective relationships and regular interaction with all groups and departments, other members of the risk group, external stakeholders, and regulators, as applicable.
• nDevelop and implement an effective Institutional compliance program.
• nCreate sound internal controls and monitor adherence to them.
• nEducate and train stakeholders on regulations and industry practices.

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field.
• n10+ years of experience in operational risk management, Recruitment Partner risk management, Recruitment Partner regulatory compliance, or related field.
• nExperience with vendor risk management and/or vendor compliance tools and technologies.
• nCertified Third Party Risk Professional (CTPRP) or other relevant certifications.
• nSupply Chain Management Designation (SCMP)
• nDemonstrated understanding of Recruitment Partner risk and operational risk management measurement and reporting
• nProcess/control, program design and analytical skills
• nStrong project management skills
• nExperience in Recruitment Partner contract negotiations
• nAbility to understand, interpret and communicate regulations and policies.
• nStrong analytical skills with the ability to assess risk and make recommendations.
• nKnowledge of Recruitment Partner risk management frameworks and best practices
• nExperience in developing and implementing Recruitment Partner risk management policies and procedures.
• nExcellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively with various stakeholders.
• nAbility to thrive and apply judgment during periods of change and ambiguity.
• nAttention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• nYou have a natural ability to collaborate well with others across the organization and thrive in a fast-paced and highly fluid environment.
• nYou have strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent attention to detail
• nYou are extremely organized, have great project management skills, and the ability to prioritize effectively
• nProficient use of Microsoft Office suite

nOther information:n

We acknowledge receipt of your resume for a position at Global University Systems and sincerely appreciate your interest in our company.

We wish you every success.

nGUS is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.