Head of Corporate Compliance

The Head of Corporate Compliance is accountable for establishing, maintaining, and continuously enhancing AD Airports’ corporate compliance framework. The role ensures adherence to applicable laws, regulations, internal policies, ethical standards, and regulatory obligations. It provides independent second-line oversight, promotes a culture of integrity, and safeguards AD Airports’ reputation and stakeholder trust.

Responsibilities

Major Areas of Responsibility:

1. Compliance Governance Framework

• Develop and maintain the Corporate Compliance Framework aligned with best practices (e.g., ISO 37301).
• Establish policies, standards, and procedures covering:
  • Anti-corruption & anti-bribery
  • Whistle-blowing program management
  • Fraud prevention & risk management
  • Investigations & compliance audits
  • Conflict of interest management
  • Gifts, entertainment & hospitality management
  • Anti-money laundering & sanctions program management
  • Integrity due diligence processes
  • Training & awareness programs
• Define and lead compliance and fraud risk assessment methodology.
• Ensure collaboration with ERM and Internal Audit.
• Align compliance with evolving business goals.

1. Regulatory Compliance Oversight

• Identify, interpret, and monitor applicable laws, regulations, and sector requirements.
• Oversee regulatory change management processes.
• Ensure business units implement and evidence compliance controls.
• Serve as primary liaison with regulators.
• Support compliance investigations and thematic reviews.

1. Compliance & Fraud Risk Assessment & Monitoring

• Conduct enterprise-wide compliance & fraud risk assessments.
• Develop risk-based compliance monitoring plans.
• Perform thematic reviews and compliance testing.
• Track remediation actions and validate closure.
• Report material compliance exposures to Executive Management and ARC.

1. Ethics & Integrity Program

• Maintain and update the Code of Conduct and ethics policies.
• Oversee ABAC, AML, CTF, international sanctions, conflicts of interest, gifts & hospitality, and third-party due diligence frameworks.
• Manage whistleblowing mechanisms and investigations.
• Ensure protection against retaliation.
• Promote anti-bribery, anti-corruption, and fraud prevention measures.

1. Investigations & Enforcement

• Oversee internal compliance investigations.
• Ensure independence, confidentiality, and procedural fairness.
• Coordinate investigations and disciplinary actions with HR, Legal, and Internal Audit.
• Maintain investigation documentation and reporting standards.

1. Training & Culture

• Develop and deploy compliance training programs.
• Promote ethical decision-making and behavioral compliance principles.
• Establish a compliance champions network.
• Measure and report compliance culture indicators.

1. Third-Party & Supply Chain Compliance

• Improve third-party risk screening and integrity due diligence processes.
• Provide advisory guidance on contractual compliance clauses.
• Monitor high-risk third-party relationships.
• Ensure alignment with sanctions, export control, and AML obligations.

Key Deliverables:

• Corporate Compliance Framework
• Annual Compliance Plan
• Annual Compliance & Fraud Risk Assessment Reports
• Regulatory Risk Register
• Code of Conduct & Ethics Program
• Speak-up & Investigation Reports
• ARC Compliance Report

Requirements and Skills

Top Competencies Required:

• Expertise in compliance management across various regulations and industries.
• Strong background in business improvement, driving efficiency and compliance initiatives.
• People management experience: coaching and developing compliance teams.
• Financial management experience for compliance program budgeting.
• Strategic planning skills, aligning compliance with organizational priorities.
• Program management: overseeing development and implementation of compliance programs.
• Analytical skills for practical, actionable solutions to compliance challenges.
• Ability to conduct impartial investigations and present findings clearly.
• Strong negotiation, technical writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to develop and implement comprehensive compliance strategies.
• Clear communication of complex regulations.

Education and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Certifications such as Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified AML Specialist, or other internationally recognized compliance certifications (desirable).

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years in Compliance, with at least 6 years in a supervisory or leadership role.