AC Manila - Ethics & Compliance Director

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Job Description & Summary

The AC Ethics & Compliance (E&C) Leader is the local ethics and compliance program leader for the PwC Acceleration Center in Manila Philippines and works closely with both US E&C and AC leadership to develop execute and sustain an AC-specific strategy for ethics compliance and related risk issues and incorporates the same into the AC business strategic priorities.

This role supports AC Manila and US E&C leadership in advancing and fostering integrity-based decision making and conduct by PwC partners and staff throughout the AC Manila organization promotes and monitors compliance with applicable laws and regulations and firm policies and procedures and thereby helps manage PwCs regulatory litigation ethics compliance and reputational risk. This role works closely with AC Manila leadership and collaborates with PwC US centralized and local functions including E&C Finance Human Capital (HC) Office of the General Counsel (OGC) Procurement Risk & Quality (R&Q) and IT. The E&C Leader is responsible for keeping the local management team and the US E&C function apprised of ongoing initiatives on a regular basis.

A career within Ethics & Compliance will provide you with the opportunity to support the ethics and compliance strategy for PwC Acceleration Center Manila making a significant impact on the organizations culture and risk management. Working closely with PwC US E&C leadership and various local and global functions would also enhance your professional network and cross-functional collaboration skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with centralized functions in the US and across the AC network and local leadership to lead effective ethics and compliance programs for AC Manila including programs like anticorruption privacy/information protection and investigations.

• Provide guidance and advice to leaders regarding local and emerging ethical and compliance risks.

• Develop and continuously enhance the ethics and compliance programs policies controls and processes including implementing enhancements and supporting centralized E&C initiatives and addressing local regulatory requirements.

• Promote awareness of ethics and compliance by developing and issuing communications and conducting in-person ethics and compliance training (e.g. onboarding training annual ethics training).

• Handle ethics and compliance related inquiries and consultations.

• Receive and act on reported concerns of possible policy violations including conducting prompt objective and effective internal investigations.

• Monitor AC Manilas ethics and compliance programs by conducting risk assessments ongoing monitoring testing and reporting.

• Manage and coach local ethics and compliance staff and liaisons including day-to-day management of AC Manilas ethics and compliance programs and supporting the US ethics and compliance programs area leads in the development and implementation of strategic initiatives to advance AC Manilas ethics and compliance programs.

• Monitor and escalate local ethics and compliance regulatory changes and industry-leading practices which may impact AC Manilas policies controls and processes.

• Model and champion the firms values and robust ethical culture through leading by example.

• Build relationships with key stakeholders and teams across the PwC network and actively collaborating to share best practices lessons learned and subject matter knowledge to increase awareness and understanding.

• Lead and/or participate in calls with points of contact in different time zones requiring meetings outside standard business hours

Education:

• Undergraduate Degree (e.g. BA BS Bachelor of Laws)

Essential Requirements:

• At least 10 to 15 years of legal experience with background on contracts labor laws and/or experience in Investigations management especially providing prompt confidential and objective responses to questions issues and/or concerns with unquestioned integrity impartiality and sensitivity.

• Demonstrates knowledge of ethics compliance governance and/or risk management program concepts preferably for operations of a multinational or US based company emphasizing understanding of the following areas:

• Knowledge and application of both Philippine and US laws that govern international business;

• Ethics and compliance program including policies controls and processes and related technologies;

• One or more of the significant areas of ethics and compliance risk including anti-corruption anti-money laundering antitrust insider trading privacy/information protection conflicts of interest independence harassment discrimination and whistleblowing;

• Development design or re-design of policies and guidance as needed through developed subject matter knowledge and/or leveraging knowledge of other subject matter specialists as needed.

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience in ethics compliance governance risk management audit is strongly preferred.

• Prior international experience is desirable.

• Philippine Bar Exam Passer preferred

Other Capabilities:

• Utilizes a global mindset and cultural dexterity in the workplace to manage through every day ad hoc and at-need issues management and/or escalations.

• Able to perform work and collaborate in a multi-cultural multi-lingual diverse and inclusive environments;

• Communicates effectivelyverbally and in writingwith local leadership partners and staff peer co-workers subject matter specialists emphasizing the development of clear concise well-written documents and presentations;

• Leading coordinating implementing follow-up and documenting assigned activities thoroughly and in a timely manner;

• Developing management reporting including ad hoc reports in response to the needs of the business local leadership and PwC US E&C leadership;

• Handling conflicts with professionalism and respect while working under pressure; and

• Managing multiple projects proactively with emphasis on organization and prioritization of deliverables and business needs.

• Analytical project management and research skills through the use of firm-issued technologies (e.g. Microsoft OfficeWord Excel PowerPoint SharePoint):

• Conducting effective training and leading group/town hall meetings with confidence and passion.

• Flexible agile and can adapt to a fast-paced environment.

ALL ABOUT PwC AC Manila

We are a community of solvers with a clear mission: to empower PwC member firms in over 20 countries by delivering quality services in Trust Solutions (Assurance Tax) Advisory and Business Services thereby building trust and driving sustained outcomes for our clients.

Our team of over 3000 professionals brings together a diverse range of talents creating a workplace that promotes inclusivity innovation collaboration and a strong dedication to providing excellent client service. Through My we offer a brand-defining people experience in the areas that matter the most: Well-Being Total Rewards Development and Community.

PwC Acceleration Center Manila has been certified as a Great Place to Work for two consecutive years highlighting its exceptional work environment and employee satisfaction. The centers commitment to inclusivity and diversity is evident in its practices and policies fostering a culture of collaboration and respect. Additionally PwC Acceleration Center Manila has experienced significant employment growth attracting and retaining top talent while providing ample career opportunities and professional development for its employees.

Our firms evolution is a testament to our commitment to growth and transformation. We are continuously expanding horizons leveraging tech-driven teams to deliver unparalleled client experiences and groundbreaking solutions. Together we forge the path to endless possibilities!

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