Head of Programme Management

Maersk is on a journey to transform into being the global integrator of container logistics and we are committed to conducting our business with high integrity including complying with laws and regulation.

Reports to: Member of the Executive Leadership Team for A.P. Moller Maersk A/S (Maersk) - the General Counsel and Head of Corporate Affairs, Caroline Pontoppidan

Purpose:

• To lead the teams responsible for the Compliance Programme Operations, currently the following:
- risk assessments, mitigation plans, monitoring and controls,
- training and communication framework and programme;
- third party management process(es); as well as
- operational support for export controls screening of Maersk’s supply chain and sanction screenings of parties and transactions.
which together and in collaboration and alignment with our legal and compliance expert teams ensure the effective design, global implementation and continuous improvement of the framework and processes underpinning our compliance programmes for competition law, anti-corruption, sanctions, export controls, data privacy, and other legal compliance areas
• Ensuring the effectiveness and innovativeness of the programme elements and processes across our compliance programmes (including competition law, anti-corruption, sanctions, export controls and other legal compliance areas) in close collaboration and alignment with the relevant functional legal and compliance experts and in alignment with the relevant laws and regulations/guidance from US, EU and China and other relevant jurisdictions.
• Responsible, in collaboration with the relevant legal and compliance experts, for preparing the relevant agenda and material for our executive leadership committee on Risk and Compliance (RCC) and our input to the Audit Committee meeting

• Focus on fostering and developing the compliance culture across the Maersk organisation, including through the provision of pragmatic and collaborative engagement.
• Collaborate with other functions and stakeholders to gradually expand the programme and processes to cover emerging areas (e.g. human rights due diligence).

We offer

The primary tasks, duties and responsibilities are listed below:
• Manage the compliance programme organisation, ensuring the required skills mix and size, currently responsible for the following areas:
• Training and communication programme;
• Compliance projects and processes such as risk assessments, mitigation plan, monitoring through, e.g., internal controls, etc.;
• Third party management;
• Export controls screening of Maersk’s supply chain; and
• Sanctions screening of parties and shipments/cargo.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate goals, strategies, programmes and projects, including to ensure continuous improvement, that support Maersk’s overall compliance goals.
• Manage, execute and maintain procedures and processes which govern Maersk’ compliance programmes in close alignment with the Head of Anti-Corruption, Sanctions & Export Controls and Head of Competition Law & Policy (who own the Commit Rules and Guidelines) and other stakeholders.
• Monitor the performance of the compliance programmes, carry out risk assessments and compliance reviews (e.g. implementation of internal controls, support with transaction testing, spot checks etc.) to ensure policies and procedures are being followed and continuously improved.
• Carry out periodic evaluation of the compliance programme(s) and make appropriate suggestions for changes and improvements to and in close collaboration with the Head of Anti-Corruption, Sanctions & Export Controls and Head of Competition Law and other stakeholders.
• Ensure that there is an effective framework to ensure that the organisation complies with existing and developing laws and regulations.
• Responsible for the creation and update of the Compliance Programme Plans and ensure its execution together with the Head of Anti-Corruption, Sanctions & Export Controls and Head of Competition Law and other stakeholders.
• Responsible together with the other compliance teams for establishing and setting the tone of compliance throughout the organisation.
• Responsible for rolling out risk-based training programmes and communication to the organisation to raise awareness and instil a compliance culture.
• Responsible for managing, execute and maintain the third-party management process and extend the scope as per Maersk strategic goals (e.g. ESG strategy) and regulatory requirements (e.g. EU directive on human rights).

• Responsible for managing, execute and maintain the sanctions screening of parties and shipments/cargo as well as the export screening of items purchased by Maersk. Agreeing on the requirements and standards with the Head of Anti-Corruption, Sanctions & Export Controls.
• Provide guidance on the effective response to detected problems and offer recommendations for corrective action as appropriate.
• Reporting to the RCC, the executive leadership team and if required to the Audit Committee of Maersk.

Key responsibilities

In addition to leading the teams you are expected to contribute heavily in the operational implementation of the Maersk compliance programmes and become a focal point for the stakeholders in the various business functions.
You are curious, practically minded, have a passion for creating and implementing effective compliance processes while at the same time having due regard to minimise disruption /burden on the business, and enjoy, connecting and respectfully collaborating with people and working in a challenging global environment.
The role requires a strong sense of integrity and personal ethics. You must also have excellent collaboration and stakeholder management skills.

We are looking for

Mandatory education and degree:
Bachelor's degree is required; Master of public/foreign affairs, economics, laws or an equivalent legal qualification related discipline is preferred
Required years of experience: 8-10 years

Required expertise and skills:
- 3-5 years in a similar position
- experience as leader and with developing teams
- advanced knowledge within maintaining compliance programmes (anti-corruption, sanctions, export controls, data privacy and competition law)
- excellent intercultural, problem solving skills
- excellent written and verbal skills in English
- experience in conducting due diligence, training and investigations
- experience in implementing internal control frameworks
- excellent working knowledge of Word, Excel, Power Point, Internet and e-mail applications
- experience in process & project management
- strong developed persuasion and presentation skills
- must be motivated and detail-oriented with great organisational skills
- professional report writing and presentation skills

Required soft skills:
- ability to collaborate and listen and learn to achieve the best outcome for the company
- ability to lead and develop your team
- agility and being able to adapt to new situations/circumstances quickly
- pragmatic and solutions orientated
- understand yourself as trusted adviser
- ability to hold a position, yet partnering with the business teams to find solutions to complex issues
- commercial mind-set, drive to deliver high quality results
- ability to work independently and in a team environment
- unwavering ethics & integrity in a competitive and demanding work environment
- ability to work across cultures
- attention to detail
- self-driven and willing to take on individual responsibility for your work
- able to handle and prioritise many tasks at the same time
- a high performer who thrives in a challenging and often unpredictable business environment