Global Compliance Program Manager

About the Opportunity

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. 

The Global Compliance Program Manager drives efficient and timely execution of the ongoing global compliance workplan and related special projects. This position helps identify compliance priorities, offers practical and informed solutions, and supports creation and dissemination of best practices for compliance throughout the university worldwide. The role is on site at the Boston campus, reports to the Assistant Vice President for Compliance and is part of the Global Compliance Program team.

This position is the university’s day to day lead on the restricted party screening program and the third party due diligence program, and supports the global anticorruption program.

This position also helps drive training, guidance and advice for other compliance functions within the global university network on the strategy, standards and management of their own programs within the global compliance framework, including leading and participating in virtual teams across the global university.

• Bachelor's Degree or the equivalent and at least three years professional experience in compliance or risk management function.

• Experience running third party risk management processes and protocols, preferably focused on third party screening and due diligence.

• Strong understanding of global compliance frameworks and best practices, including the US Department of Justice Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Program guidance.

• Ability to compose concise, logical, professional policy, process, guidance and overview documents with a high level of attention to detail.

• Understanding of how to identify confidential and sensitive information and handle with tact and discretion.

• Ability to prioritize assignments to complete work in a timely manner when faced with competing requests and tight deadlines.

• Capable of exercising independent judgment with minimal direction, but also discern when action and/or consultation of a higher level is required. Job Description for Staff Jobs

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively in a highly collaborative cross-cultural environment with stakeholders that include leadership, faculty, administrators, staff, students, and third parties.

• Ability to establish, develop and maintain solid professional relationships, both within the university and across the broader compliance community.

• Strong acumen with Office365, SharePoint, Outlook, and Teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Compliance and Ethic Professional (CCEP) or similar certification.

• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) a plus.

• Experience with screening tools, data analytics and risk management software programs a plus.

• Experience using Tableau, PowerBI or similar a plus.

Restricted Party Screening Program. Oversee the university’s restricted party screening program in line with legal requirements and the global compliance framework, in coordination with the Export Control program. Manage screening escalations to resolution. Engage in routine monitoring of program execution across the various program participants. Produce various compliance analysis and reports on a routine and/or ad hoc basis.

Third Party Due Diligence Program. Support the Assistant Vice President for Compliance with managing the global program framework and systems/tools for screening, vetting, onboarding and monitoring third party relationships across the global university network.  Lead and/or participate on cross-functional teams with key stakeholders including Finance, Advancement, Research Compliance, Global Safety and Security, and Partnerships to engage in continuous program improvement as well as mitigation and remediation.

Global Anticorruption Program. Support the Assistant Vice President for Compliance and the Finance team with all aspects of the global anticorruption program, particularly policies, processes, and training as well as mitigation and remediation projects.

Special Projects: Projects will vary and may include cross-functional work with other compliance team members on areas such as conflict of interest, dealing with government or general outreach, training and communication about the compliance portfolio.

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Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.  

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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