Risk & Compliance Head

Phil Ecology System Corp.; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 2,000,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance Bonus

Employee Recognition Program

HMO (Insurance Health & Wellness)

Retirement Plan

Bereavement Leave

Family Medical Leave

Maternity & Paternity Leave

Sick Leave

Vacation Leave

Maternity & Paternity Leave

Sick Leave

Vacation Leave

Job summary

A leading environmental management company is seeking a Head of Risk & Compliance in Quezon City. This role involves establishing and overseeing risk management frameworks and ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. Benefits include performance bonuses, health insurance, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in risk management, compliance, or corporate governance.
• 5+ years in a senior leadership or department head role.
• Strong understanding of Philippine environmental regulations, particularly in waste management.
• Proven experience handling IMS, ISO certifications, and external audits.
• Strong understanding of Philippine environmental and industry regulations, particularly in waste management.
• Demonstrated success in leading risk-based strategic planning initiatives.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CRMP, CCEP, ISO Lead Auditor, CPA) are an advantage.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills.
• High integrity and sound judgment in handling sensitive compliance matters.

Responsibilities

• Establish and oversee the company's risk management framework.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety requirements.
• Manage and coordinate external audits.
• Train teams and advise leadership on compliance and risk.
• Support strategic planning with risk mitigation insights across departments.
• Review and update policies to align with laws and best practices.
• Monitor, report, and address compliance issues and regulatory changes.

Skills

Risk governance

Strategic planning

Compliance management

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Training teams

Policy development

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Law, or Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

ISO certifications

IMS

Job description

On-site - Quezon City • Full-time • Bachelor with 10+ years of experience

Job Description

Head of Risk & Compliance

The Head of Risk & Compliance will be responsible for establishing and overseeing the company’s risk management framework, ensuring full compliance with IMS and ISO standards, regulatory requirements, and strategic risk mitigation practices. This leadership role requires hands-on experience in risk governance, strategic planning, external audits, and compliance management within highly regulated industries—preferably in the waste management sector.

• Ensure the organization’s compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and Integrated Management System (IMS) requirements.
• Oversee compliance with regulatory, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Manage and coordinate external audits, ensuring all corrective actions are addressed.
• Support strategic planning initiatives and risk mitigation efforts across departments.
• Train teams and advise leadership on emerging compliance and operational risks.
• Review and update company policies and procedures to align with current laws and best practices.
• Monitor and report compliance issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Lead risk-based strategic planning processes and provide expert advice to business units on risk impact.
• Train and guide staff on compliance protocols, internal controls, and regulatory updates.
• Foster a culture of ethical conduct, integrity, and accountability across all levels of the organization.

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Law, Engineering, or related field (Master’s degree preferred)
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in risk management, compliance, or corporate governance
• Minimum 5 years in a senior leadership or department head role
• Proven experience handling IMS, ISO certifications, and external audits
• Strong understanding of Philippine environmental and industry regulations, particularly in the waste management sector
• Demonstrated success in leading risk-based strategic planning initiatives
• Professional certifications (e.g., CRMP, CCEP, ISO Lead Auditor, CPA, etc.) are an advantage
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills
• High integrity and sound judgment in handling sensitive compliance matters

Benefits & Development

• Performance Bonus, Employee Recognition Program, Holiday Gifts
• HMO (Insurance Health & Wellness)
• Company Social Events, Parking Space, Retirement Plan
• Professional Development
• Bereavement Leave, Family Medical Leave, Maternity & Paternity Leave, Sick Leave, Vacation Leave

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