Director, Compliance & Ethics

Posted:
9/27/2024, 1:30:28 AM

Location(s):
Ontario, Canada ⋅ Brampton, Ontario, Canada

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Legal & Compliance

Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.

All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.

At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong. 

Are you a passionate and driven compliance professional seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity? Loblaw Companies Limited is seeking a highly motivated Director, Compliance & Ethics to lead and execute on a variety of high-impact and high-visibility compliance programs and initiatives across Loblaw Companies Limited and its subsidiaries.

Reporting to the VP, Compliance & Ethics, you will be a key driver in fostering a culture of compliance and ethics, partnering with business units to proactively identify and mitigate regulatory risks. You will oversee a team of subject matter experts, collaborating closely with other 2nd and 3rd Line of Defense functions to ensure comprehensive risk coverage and effective decision-making.

Key areas of focus under the remit will include:

  • Regulatory Compliance

  • Anti-Fraud and Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC) Programs

  • Competition Law (Anti-trust)

  • Human Rights

  • Whistleblower Hotline

  • Conflicts of Interest

  • Code of Conduct

  • Policy Management

  • Testing & Monitoring of key compliance controls across the various programs listed above

What You'll Do

  • Lead the development, implementation, and oversight of a comprehensive organizational compliance and ethics programs.

  • Stay ahead of the curve on industry trends and regulatory changes, proactively adapting compliance programs to ensure ongoing compliance.

  • Provide ongoing expert advice and counsel on compliance and ethics matters, fostering strong business partnerships and ensuring clear communication across all levels.

  • Collaborate with SMEs to translate complex legal and policy requirements into easily understandable implementation plans for stakeholders.

  • Utilize data analytics and metrics to measure program effectiveness, identify areas for improvement, and drive continuous enhancement of compliance risk management frameworks.

  • Oversee the execution of the Anti-Bribery & Corruption program, including due diligence, risk assessments, monitoring activities, and developing key performance indicators.

  • Oversee the execution of the Anti-Fraud program, proactively identifying fraud types, monitoring reporting mechanisms, and working with specialists across the business to respond to fraud incidents, implement remediation plans and report on progress.

  • Lead design and operational effectiveness assessments, reviewing processes, assessing risks and controls, and providing recommendations for improvements as part of the Compliance & Ethics department’s testing and monitoring strategy.

  • Develop and deliver engaging ethics training and awareness programs for both internal and external stakeholders.

  • Present to senior business leaders and committees (i.e., Audit Committee, Risk and Compliance Committee, etc.) on a number of compliance and ethics matters.

What You'll Bring

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent higher education qualification.

  • Minimum 7 years of experience in regulatory compliance, internal controls, auditing, or risk management, preferably in a regulated industry (retail, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, telecom, or financial).

  • Professional designation (CPA, CIA, CFE) strongly desired.

  • Strong understanding of anti-bribery, anti-fraud, and data privacy regulations, with experience evaluating the design and effectiveness of processes and controls. General knowledge in other regulatory topics (i.e., anti-trust laws, human rights, etc.) is a strongly desired.

  • Proven track record of managing multiple projects in complex matrix business and operational environments.

  • Excellent analytical, data analysis, and problem-solving skills, with experience using data visualization tools like PowerBI or Tableau.

  • Strong understanding of Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) systems (i.e., ServiceNow, Archer, Resolver).

  • Approach sensitive and confidential situations with a high degree of professionalism, upholding ethical standards, and demonstrating Loblaw Core values of Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence in all that you do.

  • Be intuitive and comfortable to question and challenge in a respectful manner.

  • Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.

  • Strong sense of urgency, excellent time-management skills to effectively balance projects and ensuring timely incident response when required.

  • Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.  
 
Please Note:
Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.