Director (Compliance)

Responsibilities:

• Promote a strong culture of risk awareness and internal controls
• Monitor policies and procedures to ensure compliance
• Help conduct internal audits and improve internal processes
• Maintain and track risk registers and action plans
• Report major risks and issues to leadership
• Review contracts and agreements
• Advise on legal matters and help set corporate policies and procedure
• Ensure the Foundation meets requirements under laws like the Charities Act
• Keep track of regulatory changes and ensure timely filings and reports
• Inform leadership of important updates or risks related to compliance

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in law, finance, accountancy, or similar
• 10+ years of relevant experience in compliance or legal work
• Industry certifications (e.g., ICA Diploma in Compliance) preferred
• Experience in the non-profit sector is a plus
• Strong organization, analysis, and decision-making skills
• Skilled in legal research, negotiation, and communication
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint