Senior Compliance Officer

International Data Group, Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology firm in Toronto is seeking an experienced Senior Compliance Officer to develop and implement compliance programs across 50+ countries. The role requires strong legal acumen, excellent communication skills, and 7+ years of global compliance experience in technology. The perfect candidate will be proactive and detail-oriented, ensuring adherence to laws and regulations while fostering a culture of integrity within the organization.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of global compliance or legal experience in technology or research.
• Compliance Certification and Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain global compliance policies and procedures.
• Conduct compliance risk assessments and manage third-party risk reviews.
• Liaise with internal teams to support compliance initiatives.

Skills

Proactive team player

Excellent analytical skills

Strong verbal communication

Detail-oriented

Proficient in MS Office

Education

JD or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Job description

Overview

IDC is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Compliance Officer to join our legal team, reporting directly to the General Counsel. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring a robust corporate compliance program across our global operations (50+ countries), ensuring adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards. The Compliance Officer will play a vital role in maintaining effective compliance practices and fostering a culture of integrity throughout the organization.

Why IDC?

At IDC, we are on a mission to elevate decision confidence for leaders across the technology landscape. As the most trusted source for global IT, telecommunications, and consumer technology market intelligence, advisory services, and events, we help businesses make fact-based decisions on technology strategy.

We combine over 60 years of experience with global, regional, and local expertise across 110+ countries. Our customers include the world\'s most influential tech vendors, service providers, and enterprise leaders.

Responsibilities

• Compliance Program Management
• Develop, maintain, and enforce comprehensive and global compliance policies and procedures, including code of conduct, ethics, and other compliance policies.
• Conduct regular reviews and updates to align with changing regulations and industry standards.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess impact on IDC\'s operations, particularly in research, data services, and government contracting.
• Implement robust screening, monitoring, and reporting mechanisms to track compliance activities, issues, and remediation efforts.
• Track and report on compliance metrics and KPIs to senior leadership, the Audit Committee, internal compliance committee, and executive leadership team on a quarterly basis.
• Develop and deliver corporate compliance training programs for employees at all levels to promote awareness and understanding of applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.

Risk Management

• Conduct compliance risk assessments and manage third-party risk reviews.
• Develop mitigation strategies and investigate compliance concerns, recommending corrective actions.
• Work closely with internal audit to establish and maintain effective internal controls.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Liaise with internal teams (Sales, Product, Marketing, Technology, Finance, HR, etc.) to ensure compliance to support compliance initiatives.
• Support sales in responding to customer inquiries and questionnaires.
• Support Environmental reporting
• Work closely with HR on employee concerns and investigations.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• JD or equivalent required; Bachelor\'s degree in a relevant field (e.g., finance, business, law) also considered.
• Compliance Certification and Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) from the ABA are advantageous.
• 7+ years of global compliance or legal experience, preferably working in-house in technology or research and data services.

Core Competencies

• Must be proactive, team player, a self-starter and flexible.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and legal research skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and perform well under pressure.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Collaborative approach to working with diverse stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver programs and initiatives from inception through completion.
• Proficient in MS Office (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook).

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IDC, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.