Director of Business Integrity

KBR Careers; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Director of Business Integrity in Houston to lead a team of investigators and compliance professionals. You will oversee investigations into alleged Code of Conduct violations, coordinate with HR and leadership on outcomes, and manage the ethics training and certification programs.

The role requires a J.D., bar admission, and 20+ years of legal experience including leadership in anti-corruption and compliance.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school; licensed to practice in Texas or another US jurisdiction.
• 20+ years of legal experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Deep expertise in anti-corruption laws, compliance, and investigations.
• In-house ethics and compliance experience strongly preferred.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills across all levels of the organization.
• Strong writing skills for reports, summaries, and executive communications.
• Proven ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and integrity.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to synthesize complex issues quickly.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and external counsel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of investigators, compliance specialists, and a senior anti-corruption attorney.
• Oversee investigations into alleged violations of the Code of Business Conduct and recommend remediation.
• Collaborate with HR and senior leadership on case outcomes and disciplinary actions.
• Maintain and oversee the Business Integrity case management system.
• Direct annual ethics training and targeted compliance education for employees.
• Manage annual conflicts of interest certification and ethics training records.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Writing

Analytical thinking

Discretion & integrity

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

J.D. — law degree

Bar admission (Texas or other US jurisdiction)

Job description

Title: Director of Business Integrity

KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives.

Background Check Required

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of investigators, compliance specialists, and a senior anti-corruption attorney
• Manage the company-wide confidential reporting program (hotline, email, and P.O. boxes)
• Oversee investigations into alleged violations of the Code of Business Conduct and recommend appropriate remediation
• Collaborate with HR and senior leadership on case outcomes and disciplinary actions
• Maintain and oversee the Business Integrity case management system
• Direct annual ethics training and targeted compliance education for employees
• Manage the annual conflicts of interest certification process and ethics training recordkeeping
• Conduct trend analysis and compliance data analytics to inform program improvements
• Prepare regular reports for senior management, the Audit Committee, and the Board
• Advise on Code of Business Conduct interpretation and compliance strategies
• Provide legal guidance on ethics and compliance issues, including anti-corruption compliance matters
• Oversee due diligence and approvals for high-risk third-party partners
• Manage outside counsel on anti-corruption matters and investigations as needed
• Promote an ethical culture through internal communications and external benchmarking

Qualifications and Skill Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school; licensed to practice in Texas or another U.S. jurisdiction
• 20 + years of legal experience, including 5 + years in a leadership role
• Deep expertise in anti-corruption laws, compliance, and investigations
• In-house ethics and compliance experience strongly preferred
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills across all organizational levels
• Strong writing skills for reports, summaries, and executive communications
• Proven ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and integrity
• Analytical mindset with the ability to synthesize complex issues quickly
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and external counsel

In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World.

KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives.

In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals.

Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries.

At KBR, We Deliver.