Ethics & Compliance Strategy Leader

Lumen; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 175,000 - 233,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumen is seeking a Senior Director of Corporate Ethics and Compliance to lead the development, implementation, and oversight of ethics programs and corporate investigations. This role ensures adherence to the highest standards of ethical conduct and regulatory compliance across the organization.

You will manage the whistleblower process, coordinate reporting to the Board and Risk Committee, conduct risk assessments with internal audit, and deliver training to promote an enterprise‑wide culture

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in ethics and compliance, corporate investigations, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful ethics and compliance programs.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity and ethical judgment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive ethics and compliance and compliance risk management program aligned to the Corporate Sentencing Guidelines.
• Oversee internal whistleblower hotline, prepare quarterly reporting for the Board of Directors, and periodically report to management and the Risk Committee of the Board of Directors on status of compliance program and significant compliance observations.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to identify potential areas of vulnerability and implement corrective actions.
• Regularly partner with internal audit on compliance matters.
• Oversee corporate investigations team, including hotline analysts and internal investigators to ensure prompt response to compliance violations and allegations of misconduct.
• Prepare processes to ensure ongoing and proactive monitoring for potential areas of noncompliance.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Provide strategic guidance and support to senior management on ethics and compliance matters.
• Develop and deliver training programs to promote a culture of ethics and compliance throughout the organization.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to address compliance issues and ensure effective resolution.

Skills

Legal leadership

Ethics program development

Regulatory knowledge

Strategic guidance

Communication

People leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in law

JD from accredited law school

Job description

Lumen is seeking a Senior Director of Corporate Ethics and Compliance to lead the development, implementation, and oversight of ethics programs and corporate investigations. This role ensures adherence to the highest standards of ethical conduct and regulatory compliance across the organization.

You will manage the whistleblower process, coordinate reporting to the Board and Risk Committee, conduct risk assessments with internal audit, and deliver training to promote an enterprise‑wide culture