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Statkraft

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Legal
  • London
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AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree, 15+ years in compliance/legal, leadership skills, ethical integrity, business acumen, adaptability, fluency in English, and analytical abilities.
  • You will provide legal compliance advice, manage a team, assess risks, conduct due diligence, deliver training, and oversee project support and performance management in Europe.

Requirements

  • Education:
  • Higher relevant education preferably in the legal and/or compliance fields.
  • Experience / knowledge:
  • At least 15 years of experience in legal, compliance, anti-corruption and anti-fraud investigations, risk assessments and corruption and fraud prevention.
  • Solid experience in managing a compliance program in a large complex organisation, including M&A, DD, risk assessment, training experience.
  • Leadership and abilities:
  • Leadership skills with an ability to build trust and empowerment
  • Excellent collaborative skills. Relationship builder with the ability to collaborate constructively with business and functional leaders
  • High personal integrity and high ethical standards
  • Precise, structured and able to work systematically
  • Strong drive and passion for building a strong compliance culture in a growing organisation
  • Ability to adapt and respond to change
  • Ability to work independently and with great sense of initiative
  • Solution oriented and ability to deliver, within set timeframes
  • High degree of business acumen
  • International experience is an advantage
  • Excellent communication and languages skills: fluent English is needed and language skills in relevant languages for Statkraft is an advantage
  • Other key abilities include:
  • Analytical
  • Strategic
  • Pro-active
  • To work under pressure

Responsibilities

  • Provide legal advice on compliance related matters in most European countries across a number of legislative topics related to compliance.
  • Support for M&A and investment projects: The team will provide analytical and advisory support on M&A and investment projects arising in these jurisdictions.
  • Risk assessment and support for mitigation: The team will facilitate assessments of corruption and compliance risks and support for design of mitigation steps in the various business areas.
  • Integrity due diligence reviews: The team will conduct integrity due diligence reviews of potential partners for different business areas.
  • Training and communication activities: The team will deliver business ethics and anti-corruption training in these jurisdictions and contributing to communication initiatives on the topic.
  • Practical advice: The team will provide practical support and advice on compliance to new projects and initiatives in the business areas, as required.
  • Head of Compliance Europe will have two main roles:
  • Undertake compliance work: Deliver the above-mentioned activities for select geographies.
  • Manage the team: Oversee the deliveries of the team, including providing four eyes quality assessment of important sign-offs / advice given. Ensure collaboration across the team and with the compliance unit more broadly. The person may also be responsible for managing additional consultant resources or temporary resources as required.
  • Management responsibilities:
  • Reports to VP Head of Corporate Compliance. Mandates and decision authorities are defined in the Operating Model.
  • The Head of Compliance Europe shall support VP Head of Corporate Compliance and SVP Sustainability, Governance and Compliance to manage and develop the delivery of targets, including:
  • Ensure the safety, well-being, and development of employees.
  • Develop the organisation to deliver on business priorities and ensure collaboration with other units.
  • Ensure awareness of and adherence with Code of Conduct and The Statkraft Way.
  • Oversee the overall planning, budgeting, and performance management process within the unit.

FAQs

What is the job title and primary role of this position?

The job title is Head of Compliance Europe. The primary role involves managing a team to develop the compliance program, ensuring the company adheres to legislative frameworks, and mitigating risks in various European markets.

What type of employment is this position?

This position is full-time.

How many team members will the Head of Compliance Europe manage?

The Head of Compliance Europe will manage a team of 6-8 people.

What are some key responsibilities of the Head of Compliance Europe?

Key responsibilities include providing legal advice on compliance, supporting M&A and investment projects, conducting risk assessments, performing integrity due diligence reviews, delivering training on business ethics and anti-corruption, and providing practical compliance advice for new projects.

Who does the Head of Compliance Europe report to?

The Head of Compliance Europe reports to the VP Head of Corporate Compliance.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should have higher relevant education, preferably in legal and/or compliance fields, along with at least 15 years of experience in legal, compliance, anti-corruption, anti-fraud investigations, risk assessments, and managing compliance programs.

What leadership skills are important for this role?

Important leadership skills include the ability to build trust, empowerment, collaborative abilities, high personal integrity, and a strong drive to foster a compliance culture.

Is international experience an advantage for applicants?

Yes, international experience is considered an advantage.

What languages are required for this position?

Fluency in English is required, and knowledge of relevant languages for Statkraft is advantageous.

What benefits does Statkraft offer to employees?

Statkraft offers a purposeful career, opportunities to work with renewable energy, professional and personal development, a diverse workplace, competitive employment terms, career advancement opportunities, and hybrid working arrangements.

What is the company’s vision?

Statkraft's vision is to renew the way the world is powered, emphasizing the importance of renewable energy in combating climate change.

What does the hiring process involve concerning eligibility?

The applicant must be eligible for security clearance and authorization due to the nature of the work.

How does Statkraft approach diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

Statkraft actively works to be a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applicants regardless of background, gender, age, sexual orientation, religious belief, ethnicity, nationality, or disability.

Statkraft

Providing pure energy

Energy
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1895
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Statkraft is a leading company in hydropower internationally and Europe’s largest generator of renewable energy. The Group produces hydropower, wind power, solar power, gas-fired power and supplies district heating. Statkraft is a global company in energy market operations. Statkraft has over 5,300 employees in 21 countries.