Director Compliance

Trust is essential to everything we do at Telenor. As we connect people to what matters most, responsible and sustainable business practices help us create long-term value and contribute to a safer and smarter tomorrow. Compliance and ethics are central to this work.

Telenor ASA is looking for three experienced Directors Compliance to implement and operate the Telenor Compliance Programme for selected Norwegian entities. You will work closely with management and employees, helping the business make informed decisions, manage compliance risks and operate responsibly.

As part of the Compliance Officers team, you will report to the Vice President Compliance. You will advise entity management, provide Boards with clear reporting and risk insights, and help shape how compliance is embedded in business decisions and everyday operations.

You will also coordinate the handling of compliance concerns and contribute to the wider Group Compliance Community. Working closely with Legal, HR, Group Internal Audit and Investigations, and Enterprise Risk Management, you will support effective and coordinated responses to compliance matters.

Key responsibilities

• Act as Compliance Officer for selected Norwegian entities and serve as a trusted adviser to local management.

• Implement the Telenor Compliance Programme and Group policy requirements through relevant local processes, controls and governance.

• Provide clear reporting and risk-based insights to entity management and Boards and contribute to reporting at Group level.

• Use data and digital tools to identify trends, strengthen risk insights and support better decision-making.

• Provide practical guidance on requirements related to the Code of Conduct, anti-corruption and third-party risk management.

• Coordinate concerns, investigations and remedial actions with relevant functions.

• Lead annual programme activities, including risk assessments, reporting, training and awareness initiatives.

• Contribute to alignment, knowledge sharing and capability development across the Compliance Community.

• Support continuous improvement of the Telenor Compliance Programme and help strengthen a culture of integrity across Telenor.

Preferred qualifications and experience

We believe the following experience and qualifications will help you succeed in the role:

• A master’s degree or equivalent in law, risk management, corporate compliance, economics or another relevant field.

• At least five years of relevant experience in compliance, governance, internal control or risk management, preferably from a large or multi-entity organisation.

• Experience implementing compliance frameworks, policies, risk assessments, reporting and controls in business operations.

• Experience providing practical advice and reporting to senior management and/or Boards.

• Experience supporting case management, investigations and remedial actions in cooperation with relevant functions.

• Strong communication, stakeholder management and analytical skills.

• An interest in how data, digital tools and AI can strengthen risk insights, improve efficiency and support better decision-making.

• Excellent written and spoken English. Norwegian language skills are an advantage.

Who we are looking for

You are a trusted compliance professional with high integrity, sound judgement and the independence to raise concerns when needed. You understand how to balance constructive challenges with practical support, and you translate requirements into solutions that work in a business context.

You build trust through clear communication and strong relationships. You know when to listen, when to advise and when to challenge. You collaborate effectively across functions, handle sensitive information with care and contribute actively to shared goals. Curiosity and a continuous improvement mindset help you explore how data, technology and new ways of working can strengthen compliance practices.

What we offer

This is an opportunity to play a key role in bringing Telenor’s Compliance Programme to life in everyday business operations. You will work closely with entity management and Boards, Group Compliance and partner functions across the organisation.

You will become part of a collaborative compliance community that shares knowledge and works together to strengthen responsible business practices across markets and functions. The role gives you the opportunity to influence how compliance develops through data, technology and continuous improvement.

At Telenor, trust, responsibility and collaboration guide how we work. Together, we are shaping practical, digitally enabled compliance practices that support informed decisions and responsible business conduct.

Useful information

• Curious and want to know more? Please contact Chief Compliance Officer Silke Hitschke, +47 900 49 010.

• Application deadline: 12th October 2026.

• The position is located at Fornebu (Oslo).

• We conduct background checks on relevant candidates through Semac.

Telenor Group is a leading telecommunications and technology company in the Nordics and Asia, serving over 200 million customers and generating annual revenues of around NOK 80 billion (2024). We hold strong positions in most of our markets and are committed to responsible business conduct.

We aim to create impact beyond connectivity by enabling societies to thrive in a digital future. Our cultural foundation is built on trust, curiosity and passion, guiding how we collaborate, innovate and deliver value for customers and communities. Telenor is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker TEL. For more information, visit https://www.telenor.com.