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Legal
Step into the world of our Legal and Compliance Function and prepare to be challenged and stretched with a combination of impact, innovation, and excellence. Our Legal team is at the forefront of shaping the corporate landscape and redefining the boundaries of what is possible.
We go beyond the traditional realms of a legal and compliance function. Transforming ourselves into strategic partners who help drive business growth, mitigating risks, and championing ethical and sustainable practices. Every day, our team deliver on groundbreaking transactions and navigate complex regulatory landscapes that help our organisation make a positive societal impact.
Join us, and you'll be collaborating towards shared goals, solving complex challenges, and leaving an enduring legacy.
About the role
Are you committed to upholding the highest standards of ethics and integrity? At Reckitt, we're seeking a diligent Ethics & Compliance Manager with a sharp eye for detail and a deep commitment to corporate responsibility. This pivotal role will empower you to drive our ethics and compliance initiatives, reinforcing our dedication to legal and ethical conduct in every facet of our business. Join us and become the standard-bearer for a culture of transparency and principled action within a dynamic, global company.
Your responsibilities
In summary, you'll:
- Develop and manage robust ethics and compliance programmes, ensuring they align with legal standards and dynamic regulatory landscapes.
- Conduct thorough compliance assessments and regular audits, pinpointing potential risks or areas needing attention.
- Educate and train our employees to foster a pervasive understanding of ethical practises and compliance.
- Lead investigations into reports of misconduct, ensuring appropriate resolution and maintaining Reckitt's high ethical standards.
- Collaborate effectively with internal teams on compliance training materials and communication tactics.
- Coordinate with other governance functions (Legal, Internal Audit, HR, Finance etc.) in the region.
- Stay abreast of regulatory changes to keep our policies updated and compliant.
- Champion the ethical and compliance culture within the region.
The experience we're looking for
- A seasoned background in ethics and compliance or related fields, especially within corporate environments.
- Expert knowledge of global compliance obligations, with a well-honed capability to navigate and interpret complex regulations.
- Strong investigative skills coupled with a solutions-focused mindset.
- Exceptional communication abilities for translating complex compliance concepts into accessible information.
- An independent and team-oriented work ethic, with the ability to manage and prioritise effectively.
- A commitment to continuous personal and process improvement.
- Knowledge of elements of an effective in-house compliance program and global regulatory requirements related to anti-bribery / anti-corruption.
- Experience in Data Analysis and Presentations.
The skills for success
Integrity, Corporate Governance, Compliance Management, Solutions Focused, Excellent Communication Skills, Risk management, Ethics and compliance, Commercial contracts, Teamwork, Fact-based Decision Making, Ability to manage and prioritize workload, Continuous Improvement Mindset, Legal Services, Process Optimisation, Qualified Lawyer.
What we offer
With inclusion at the heart of everything we do, working alongside our four global Employee Resource Groups, we support our people at every step of their career journey, helping them to succeed in their own individual way.
We invest in the wellbeing of our people through parental benefits, an Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health, and life insurance for all employees globally. We have a range of other benefits in line with the local market. Through our global share plans we offer the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes. For eligible roles, we also offer short-term incentives to recognise, appreciate and reward your work for delivering outstanding results. You will be rewarded in line with Reckitt's pay for performance philosophy.
Equality
We recognise that in real life, great people don't always 'tick all the boxes'. That's why we hire for potential as well as experience. Even if you don't meet every point on the job description, if this role and our company feels like a good fit for you, we still want to hear from you.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability or medical condition; colour, ethnicity, race, citizenship, and national origin; religion, faith; pregnancy, family status and caring responsibilities; sexual orientation; sex, gender identity, gender expression, and transgender identity; protected veteran status; size or any other basis protected by appropriate law.