General Manager - Compliance & Ethics - Automotive

Summary:

The Compliance and Ethics Lead is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the organization's compliance and ethics program. This role ensures adherence to legal, regulatory, and internal policy requirements while fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and ethical decision-making across all levels of the company. The position requires strong leadership, cross-cultural awareness, and the ability to navigate complex global compliance landscapes

Job Description:

Program Leadership:

- Design, implement, and manage the compliance and ethics framework.

- Establish policies, procedures, and controls as may be applicable to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Foundational Regulatory Compliance:

- Develop, implement, and maintain a robust compliance management system to ensure adherence to all applicable laws for a corporate and manufacturing entities in India, UK and US,

Corporate Governance & Ethics:

- Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC): Develop and enforce a comprehensive ABC and Code of Conduct policy, conduct risk assessments, manage third-party due diligence, and deliver regular training.

- Anti-Money Laundering (AML): Establish and maintain internal AML policies, implement KYC/CDD principles for high-value transactions, and monitor for suspicious activities.

- Whistleblower Policy Management: Establish, manage, and promote a secure and confidential whistleblower mechanism for reporting violations of laws or company policies, and oversee the investigation process. Support the investigation process.

- Domain understanding of the Indian and global legal landscape: Corporate Laws & Regulations, FEMA, Labour Laws, Environmental Laws, Anti-Bribery & Corruption, Export Control, AML

- Manage and mentor the Compliance teams, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

- Serve as the primary liaison for compliance-related matters with senior management, the board, and external stakeholders.