Senior Regulatory & Compliance Advisor

Canadian Pacific Railway; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Canadian Pacific Railway as a Senior Regulatory & Compliance Advisor, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring regulatory compliance across North America. You will collaborate with various stakeholders to address safety and security regulations while contributing to the operational efficiency of a leading railway company. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible and competitive benefits package

Employer Funded Retirement Plan

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Performance Incentive Program

Annual Fitness Subsidy

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in regulatory, compliance, governance, legal, or risk management.
• Ability to work independently and handle high volumes of work.
• Knowledge of safety and security regulations in the US and Canada.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with internal departments and regulatory agencies.
• Research and prepare responses to regulatory inquiries.
• Coordinate regulatory filings and deadlines.

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

University degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Excel

Job description

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Senior Regulatory & Compliance Advisor

Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S., and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose, and culture.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

Reporting to the Manager, Regulatory Affairs, the Senior Regulatory & Compliance Advisor (internally, Specialist Regulatory Affairs) will advise and support the business operations across US & Canada on safety and security regulatory requirements so CPKC can meet regulatory compliance while mitigating impacts to Operations. This will include working with various internal and external stakeholders, including operations managers, field personnel, government, and regulatory agencies to respond to inquiries and oversight.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Liaise between various CPKC internal departments (Train Operations & Dispatching; Engineering; Mechanical) and federal government/regulatory agencies in the US and Canada to respond to regulatory matters, including accident investigations and regulatory findings, such as violations, safety advisories, and letters of non-compliance within deadlines.
• Research and prepare written responses to regulatory agencies that support CPKC’s commitment to meet regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate assigned regulatory responses, so filings, deadlines, and retention requirements are met.
• Provide regulatory support to internal stakeholders on existing safety and security regulations in the US and Canada including:
• US: 49 CFR Transportation (Sections 200-299 Federal Railroad Administration; 800-899 National Transportation Safety Board; 1500-1699 Transportation Security Administration); OSHA
• Canada: Regulations and rules under the Railway Safety Act, Transportation Safety Board Act, and Part II of the Canada Labour Code
• Perform scheduled and ad hoc reporting for CPKC internal stakeholders.
• Identify areas for improvement within the department’s documentation management process to optimize efficiency and consistency.
• Represent CPKC in various regulatory forums and industry associations/committees to understand and influence emerging regulatory requirements related to safety, security, and operations.
• Represent CPKC with federal regulatory agencies (e.g., DOT/FRA; OSHA; DHS/TSA; TC; ESDC; TSB) and industry associations/committees.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• University degree required.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in a role that focuses on regulatory, compliance, governance, legal, or risk management within the transportation, manufacturing, or logistics industries.
• Ability to use judgment and discernment to solve problems and make practical decisions.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with high attention to detail.
• Knowledge of MS Office suite (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel), experience with Excel should include data organization, analysis, and visualization (creating formulas, utilizing functions, generating charts, and managing spreadsheets). Team player with ability to collaborate with others, including peers and internal and external parties.
• Ability to work independently and effectively handle high volumes of work within tight timelines.
• Ability to travel between the US and Canada, valid passport holder.

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package.
• Employer Funded Retirement Plan.
• Employee Share Purchase Plan.
• Performance Incentive Program.
• Annual Fitness Subsidy.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

As an employer with North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Drug Test Elements:

CPKC is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public. All new hires are required to undergo a drug screen.

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:

• Criminal history check.
• Reference check.
• Verification of employment history; includes military service.
• Social Security number verification.

Management Conductor Program:

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Department: Strategic Planning & Corporate Services

Job Type: Full-Time

Position Type: Non-Union

Location: Kansas City, Missouri (Consideration may be given to other locations on CPKC’s network)

Country: United States

% of Travel: 0-10%

Job Grade: 4

Job Available to: Internal

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Locations:

Kansas City, MO, US, 64105; Minneapolis, MN, US, 55402