Senior Compliance Officer

• Exciting Opportunity with our Compliance Team in Montreal
• Montreal, Quebec, Canada
• Experience with international compliance

Senior Compliance Officer GLENCORE - Group Compliance Greater Montreal Region Glencore, a major global commodity trading and mining company, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Compliance Officer to join our team in Montreal, Quebec.

The Senior Compliance Officer will be responsible for overseeing and ensuring the companys adherence to local and international regulatory standards, as well as promoting a culture of compliance within the organization.

This role is critical in maintaining our commitment to ethical business practices and risk mitigation.

Responsibilities include :

Implementing Corporate Compliance Program : Reporting to the Regional Compliance Officer (RCO) and working alongside the corporate compliance team to implement and maintain the corporate compliance program within the regions offices and operations.

Ensure the programs alignment with local requirements and circumstances.

• Policy Adaptation : Customize corporate compliance policies and guidelines to suit the specific needs of the regional offices and operations, taking into account local nuances and regulatory requirements, with support from the RCO.
• Policy Roll-out : Facilitate the deployment of both corporate and locally adapted policies and guidelines, ensuring their effective dissemination and understanding within the region.
• Stakeholder Interaction : Maintain effective communication and collaboration with compliance staff, personnel from other control functions, and employees and management across all business units, promoting a culture of compliance and accountability.
• Regulatory Awareness : Stay informed about evolving regulatory developments and emerging best practices, and ensure that the regional offices and operations are prepared to meet these standards.
• Risk Assessments : Conduct thorough risk assessments specific to compliance-related matters within the region, identifying potential risks and proposing strategies for mitigation.
• Compliance Advisory : Offer guidance and advice to business units on day-to-day compliance-related matters, assisting in decision-making and issue resolution.
• Training and Awareness : Develop and deliver compliance training programs for the regions business units, raising awareness and ensuring employees are well-versed in compliance-related matters.

Essential Qualifications and Experience :

• Educational Background : A bachelors degree or higher in a field related to law, auditing, risk management, or a similar discipline.
• Professional Experience : A minimum of 8 years of relevant compliance experience in a similar role, particularly within the context of an international corporation or a company involved in commodity trading or production.
• Language Proficiency : Fluent in English and French
• Commodities Industry Knowledge : Demonstrated general knowledge and understanding of the commodities industry, including its unique dynamics and complexities.
• Compliance Expertise : Significant familiarity with compliance issues, particularly in areas related to anti-corruption and sanctions, and a proven ability to address these concerns effectively.
• People Management and Training Skills : Comprehensive people management and training capabilities to lead and develop junior compliance officers and coordinators.
• Personal Attributes : Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and a collaborative team member who can work effectively with others.

Possesses an independent and positive work attitude, excels in a time-sensitive setting, and approaches challenges with a problem-solving mindset.

• Communication Skills : Comprehensive written and verbal communication skills, enabling clear and effective interaction with various stakeholders.
• International Mobility : Willingness and ability to work internationally and adapt to varying regional compliance requirements and regulations.

Who we are : Glencore is one of the world's largest natural resources companies. Our operations comprise around 150 mining and metallurgical sites and oil production assets, employing 135,000 people directly and as contractors around the world.

Our Purpose is to responsibly source the commodities that advance everyday life. The products we source, and market play an essential role in modern life.

From the copper, cobalt and nickel powering the electric vehicle and renewable energy revolution, to the energy products helping us power this transition and keeping the lights on today- what we do touches every part of life as we know it.

The diversity of our portfolio underpins our strategic ambition to play a leading role in enabling the decarbonisation of global energy usage through providing metals such as copper, cobalt, zinc, and nickel that are essential to the transition to a low-carbon economy.

In a first for the mining and trading industry in addressing Climate Change, we launched a net zero total emissions ambition by 2050, which aligns our business strategy with the goals of the Paris Agreement.

Come and join us on our journey to a sustainable future.

Only candidates with full working rights in Canada will be considered. Accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.