Senior Manager, Americas Ethics & Compliance

Role summary 

The purpose of this role is to contribute to the planning, development, execution and overall management of dentsu’s Group Global Compliance program (as set out in dentsu’s Integrated Report) for the Americas region. The role will focus on deployment of the Global Compliance program’s six pillars : Compliance Risk Assessment, Policies & Procedures, Training & Communication, Confidential Reporting & Investigations, Third Party Due Diligence, and Compliance Due Diligence and Integration for Mergers & Acquisitions. In addition, the role is expected to foster an ethical culture, serve as a key compliance contact for the region, and identify and mitigate related risks. 

Key responsibilities: 

• Implement, manage and prioritize compliance program activities and initiatives for the Americas region, with a focus on the U.S. and Canada; 

• Effectively partner to support leadership in driving the right tone and conduct from the top and middle and to inspire commitment for the compliance program; 

• Collaborate effectively with internal functions, including Finance, Human Resources, Risk Management, Internal Audit and Ethics & Compliance professionals and stakeholders in other regions, to help identify, mitigate, and resolve compliance issues and risks; 

• Identify, assess, and mitigate compliance risks specific to the Region, including through completion of Compliance Risk Assessments; 

• Conduct internal investigations as needed, , assess relevant disciplinary actions and remediation plans, and complete necessary investigative reports consistent with internal processes; 

• Develop and deliver training programs and promote awareness of global policies through effective communication and awareness campaigns to foster a culture of compliance and ethical behavior; 

• Develop and support the development of effective data analytics (dashboards, scorecards, metrics, and presentations) to better understand program performance, overall compliance position, and areas for improvement; 

• Interface with internal and external resources to keep abreast of relevant regulatory developments, best practices and trends; 

• Receive and respond to compliance related queries including supporting responses to client inquiries; 

• Assist as necessary with due diligence processes for M&A, affiliates, and other key third parties, including suppliers and partners, to mitigate assessed compliance risks and ensure compliance with anti-bribery and corruption laws;