Lead, Compliance & Ethics
- Houston, TX, United States
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- 4-6 years experience in Compliance, Public Affairs, Business Administration, Law, Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience).
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Living Our ValuesAll associates are guided by Our Values. Our Values are the unifying foundation of our companies. We strive to ensure that every decision we make and every action we take demonstrates Our Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates lasting benefits for all of our associates, shareholders, and the communities in which we live.Why Join Us
- Career Growth: Advance your career with opportunities for leadership and personal development.
- Culture of Excellence: Be part of a supportive team that values your input and encourages innovation.
- Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that looks after both your professional and personal needs.
Total RewardsOur Total Rewards package underscores our commitment to recognizing your contributions. We offer a competitive and fair compensation structure that includes base pay and performance-based rewards. Compensation is based on skill set, experience, qualifications, and job-related requirements. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, retirement plans, and generous paid leave. Discover more about what we offer by visiting our Benefits page.
A Day In The LifeThe Lead, Compliance and Ethics will be a vital member of the TFG Compliance and Ethics Department and will report to the Chief Global Compliance Officer. The Lead will work with the other members of the Compliance and Ethics Department to implement TFG's Business Conduct Program across TFG and to drive the development of compliance and ethics programs at the other companies in the TFG Enterprise. The Lead will manage compliance elements of the third-party risk management process, compliance ambassador programs and support department operations.
As a Lead, Compliance & Ethics you will:
- Assist in building and improving the organization’s ethical culture and compliance program with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. Work to improve compliance activities of TFG in key areas in coordination with supporting functions and internal network of compliance ambassadors.
- Assist in creation and improvement of compliance communications and training. Develop strategies and facilitate the execution with internal stakeholders. May require writing and developing the content for internal communications and online/in-person curriculum.
- Assist with maintaining and improving the Code of Business Conduct and underlying policies and procedures for TFG business entities.
- Maintain and improve function of systems, such as helpline, policy management and due diligence tools, used by Compliance and Ethics Department. Prepare reports and presentations based on activities of Compliance and Ethics Department and data maintained in various compliance systems.
- Ability to build internal relationships and collaborate with multiple stakeholders.
- Manage and continuously improve the third-party risk management program, including risk-based due diligence, screening, onboarding, ongoing monitoring, escalation, remediation tracking, and documentation. Coordinate with business owners and supporting functions to ensure third-party risks are identified, evaluated, and addressed consistently.
- Manage the compliance ambassador program, including ambassador recruitment and onboarding, training and resources, recurring communications and meetings, engagement tracking, feedback collection, and support for consistent implementation of compliance initiatives across TFG.
- Conduct research on compliance regulations, industry trends, and best practices.
- Assist in coordinating internal and external meetings and events, liaising with other departments and stakeholders.
- Assist during internal investigations, if requested.
- Ability to collect information from multiple sources and derive insights/metrics for management reporting.
What We Need From You
- Bachelor's Degree Req
- 4-6 years experience in Compliance, Public Affairs, Business Administration, Law, Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience). Required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented and able to handle confidential information responsibly.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Proficiency in Smartsheet and AI tools
- Knowledge of Navex compliance tools is a plus
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Ability to navigate complex regulatory environments
- Strong personal skills to build meaningful relationships with diverse stakeholders
- A strong commitment to ethical conduct and compliance with company policies and legal standards. (High proficiency)
- Team-oriented, with the ability to build positive relationships across departments. (High proficiency)
- Ability to navigate changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment. (High proficiency)
- An interest in corporate responsibility, public affairs, and making a positive difference in the community. (High proficiency)
- Accountability Accountability is the assumption of responsibility for one's actions, ownership of mistakes, and commitment to improvement. Awareness-Developing Required
- Investigation Awareness-Developing Required
- Relationship Building Awareness-Developing Required
- Influencing Skills Awareness-Developing Required
- Governance Awareness-Developing Required
Physical and Environmental RequirementsThe physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of the job, the associate is required on a daily basis to analyze and interpret data, communicate, and remain in a stationary position for a significant amount of the work day and frequently access, input, and retrieve information from the computer and other office productivity devices. The associate is regularly required to move about the office and around the corporate campus. The associate must frequently move up to 10 pounds and occasionally move up to 25 pounds.
Travel Requirements20%
Join UsThe Friedkin Group and its affiliates are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us at TalentAcquisition@friedkin.com. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.We are seeking candidates legally authorized to work in the United States, without Sponsorship.