Chief Compliance Officer

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Summary:

The Chief Compliance Officer reports to the Chief Legal Officer and is responsible for providing counsel and guidance related to the development, refinement, communication and oversight of all facets of compliance globally. Partner with HR and IT to create a world class ethics and compliance culture, with programs, policies, and procedures to drive compliance with laws and regulations. Advise on a wide range of topics including conflicts of interest, anti-bribery, human rights, trade and data privacy.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops, initiates, maintains, and revises policies and procedures for the general operation of the global compliance program and its related activities to help prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct.
• Manages day-to-day operation of the global ethics and compliance program, global data privacy functions, trade compliance, investigations, training, anti-bribery and corruption, anti-money laundering and enterprise risk management.
• Lead and manage company-wide enterprise risk assessment program
• Periodically reviews, benchmarks, and updates the Company’s Code of Conduct to ensure continuing currency and relevance.
• Collaborates with other departments (e.g., Internal Audit, Human Resources, Information Security) to direct compliance issues to appropriate existing channels for investigation and resolution.
• Consults with attorneys on a global basis to resolve difficult legal compliance issues.
• Responds to alleged employee misconduct received via the ethics hotline and other channels, by following internal investigation protocols and guidance.
• Acts to ensure that compliance issues/concerns within the Company are being appropriately evaluated, investigated and resolved.
• Identifies potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; develops/implements corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues, and provides general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar situations in the future.
• Provides reports on a regular basis to keep the Board of Directors and senior management informed of the operation and progress of compliance efforts.
• Institutes and maintains an effective compliance communication program for the organization, including promoting (a) use of the compliance hotline; (b) heightened awareness of the Code of Conduct, and (c) understanding of new and existing compliance issues and related policies and procedures.
• Develops an effective compliance training program for all employees and tracks completion for reporting requirements
• Monitors the performance of the ethics and compliance program and related activities on a continuing basis, taking appropriate steps to improve its effectiveness
• Manages systems to ensure compliance with anti-bribery/anti-corruption and trade sanctions regulations, and counsels the business on such requirements
• Lead and manage global compliance team

Minimum Qualifications: (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.)

• JD or equivalent degree from an accredited university and admission to the bar in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• 15 years of experience in practice of law and/or ethics and compliance roles
• Compliance experience at a publicly traded company with global operations and/or large global law firm
• Domain expertise in some of the following: human rights laws, import regulations and trade sanctions, data privacy laws, and anti-bribery law
• Strong research, writing, analytical and oral communication skills
• Sound judgment, problem-solving and client management skills
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to a dynamic workload
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Strong sense of integrity and appreciation for confidentiality issues
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams
• Excellent interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary range for this role is between

$236,600.00-$331,200.00

The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include an annual bonus and equity offerings, if eligible.

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more!

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.