Area Compliance Officer
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Holcim is the leading partner for sustainable construction, creating value across the built environment from infrastructure and industry to buildings.
Headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, Holcim has more than 48,000 employees in 45 attractive markets ? across Europe, Latin America, Asia, Middle East & Africa.
Holcim offers high-value end-to-end Building Materials and Building Solutions, from foundations and flooring to roofing and walling ? powered by premium brands including ECOPlanet, ECOPact, and ECOCycle�.
Find out more at www.holcim.com
Please note this position is located in Dubai.
Area Compliance Officer
is a key strategic partner responsible for safeguarding our integrity across the Middle East and Africa.
Reporting to the Regional Compliance Officer, you will work closely with local General Counsels and management teams to implement our five-pillar compliance program: risk assessment, controls, training, monitoring, and governance.
By promoting our Code of Ethics and advising on complex regulatory landscapes, you ensure that our high-performance culture is built on a foundation of uncompromised ethical standards and robust legal compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Guide and support country organizations in developing annual compliance plans and conducting rigorous risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential exposure.
- Act as a cross-functional advisor to local management teams, helping them understand compliance risks, remediate audit findings, and strengthen internal controls.
- Oversee the local implementation of Group policies and directives, ensuring they are adapted to meet specific local laws and regulations without compromising global standards.
- Monitor the effectiveness of compliance processes, such as third-party due diligence, and track key performance metrics to ensure regional transparency.
- Deliver and manage compliance training using a "train-the-trainer" approach to ensure the Group?s program reaches all levels of the organization effectively.
- Promote a "Speak-Up" culture by supporting country organizations in the recording, investigation, and remediation of reported breaches of the Code of Ethics.
- Interface with local authorities and regulators as required, maintaining a deep understanding of the evolving legal landscape across the MEA region.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Minimum of 10 years of professional experience, with at least 5 years specifically focused on high-level compliance (anti-bribery, corruption, and trade sanctions) within a global organization.
- Bachelor?s or Master?s degree in Law or Business.
- Expert knowledge of compliance management systems, internal investigations, and due diligence requirements. Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is essential.
- Highest level of integrity and discretion, combined with sound judgment and a pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach. Must possess the interpersonal impact to exercise lateral leadership in complex environments.
- Strong command of English and French is required. Proficiency in Arabic is highly beneficial and considered a significant plus.
- *Holcim is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- We support equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, national origin, gender, sexuality, disability, or age.*
- Do you want to work in an international and dynamic working environment with attractive benefits?
- We are looking for colleagues to join our team to build progress for people and the planet.
- Please submit your CV, a motivation letter and relevant documents with information on the career portal.
- No agencies can be considered.
Job Details
Role Level: Mid-Level Work Type: Full-Time Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Company Website: https://www.holcim.com/ Job Function: Legal & Compliance Company Industry/
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