Jefe de Cumplimiento

Empresa Reservada; Piura; On-site; PEN 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Empresa Reservada is seeking a Compliance Head to lead the Peru-based compliance function, ensuring policy implementation and risk mitigation. The role involves acting as the local ethics and compliance point of contact, working cross-functionally with business units and regional teams to strengthen controls and governance.

The candidate will oversee risk assessments, training initiatives, investigations, and reporting, while monitoring regulatory developments to protect the organization’s

Qualifications

• University degree or bachelor’s degree, preferably in Law; business/admin backgrounds considered with strong compliance track record.
• Postgraduate studies or professional certifications in Compliance, anti-bribery, fraud prevention, auditing are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the organization’s Compliance framework and policies in Peru, adapting to local regulations.
• Identify and assess compliance risks, monitor controls and remediation actions.
• Coordinate control monitoring and assurance activities with relevant functions.
• Participate in internal investigations related to compliance matters.
• Manage whistleblowing reports, follow-up and handling.
• Address risks related to fraud, anti-corruption, conflicts of interest, and other compliance issues.
• Design and deliver training programs on Compliance, Ethics, Code of Conduct and policies.
• Provide guidance to senior management and business functions and maintain stakeholder relationships.
• Prepare and present compliance metrics, risk and incident reports to regional stakeholders.
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess impact on operations.

Skills

English proficiency

Autonomy

Problem-solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Planning

Organizational skills

Education

Law degree (preferred)

Business Administration or related field

Job description

A leading company in the agribusiness sector, with large-scale operations and an international presence, is seeking a Compliance Head to join its operations in Piura.

This role will be responsible for developing, managing, and strengthening the Compliance function in Peru, ensuring the effective implementation of corporate policies and standards, as well as the identification, prevention, and mitigation of compliance risks. The successful candidate will also serve as the local point of contact for ethics, integrity, and compliance matters, working closely with various business functions.

Key responsabilities

• Implement and maintain the organization's Compliance framework and policies in Peru, adapting them as necessary to local regulations and business conditions.
• Participate in the identification and assessment of Compliance risks, as well as monitor controls and remediation action plans.
• Coordinate control monitoring and assurance activities in collaboration with the relevant business functions.
• Coordinate and/or participate in internal investigations related to Compliance matters.
• Manage the registration, follow-up, and appropriate handling of reports submitted through whistleblowing channels.
• Manage risks related to fraud, anti-corruption, conflicts of interest, and other compliance matters.
• Design and deliver training programs and awareness initiatives on Compliance, Ethics, the Code of Conduct, and corporate policies.
• Provide proactive guidance to senior management and business functions, building effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare and present Compliance metrics, risk reports, incident reports, control assessments, and progress updates to the relevant regional stakeholders.
• Monitor relevant regulatory developments and assess their potential impact on business operations.

Candidate profile

• University degree or bachelor's degree, preferably in Law. Candidates with backgrounds in Business Administration, Accounting, or other related fields may also be considered if they have a strong track record in Compliance.
• Specialization, postgraduate studies, or professional certifications in Compliance, anti-bribery management, fraud prevention, auditing, or related fields are desirable.
• Approximately 7–8 years of experience in Compliance or related areas, such as Risk Management, Internal Controls, or Internal Audit.
• Previous experience in roles such as Compliance Manager, Compliance Supervisor, Compliance Coordinator, Head of Compliance, or positions with a similar level of responsibility.
• Knowledge of anti-corruption, conflicts of interest, whistleblowing, fraud prevention, data protection, control assurance, and risk management.
• Experience in agribusiness, food and beverage, consumer goods, fisheries, manufacturing, natural resources, energy, or organizations with similarly complex operations will be considered an asset.
• Advanced English proficiency is preferred; candidates with a strong overall profile and intermediate English proficiency may also be considered.

We are looking for a professional with a high degree of autonomy and self-management, strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, a business-oriented and results-driven mindset, excellent communication and influencing abilities, effective stakeholder management skills, and strong planning and organizational capabilities.

• Travel: Willingness to undertake occasional domestic travel, primarily to other company operations.

This position offers the opportunity to join an organization undergoing growth, transformation, and operational integration, within an environment that promotes collaboration, ethics, integrity, transparency, and sustainability