Hybrid Ethics and Compliance Specialist

at DS Smith

• Job title: Ethics and Compliance Specialist
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, London, United Kingdom

About the role

• Compliance expert supporting the Ethics & Compliance Office at DS Smith. Collaborating with Legal, HR, Finance, and Communications to implement compliance solutions while maintaining ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of compliance program management, assisting with self-assessments and gathering data for root cause analysis
• Assist in the management of the Global Ethics & Compliance Office, including drafting E&C materials, and internal communications
• Administer the company’s global Helpline program by managing case intake, tracking system workflows, and monitoring the completion of corrective actions
• Support the Conflict of Interest and Gift Disclosure programs, monitoring disclosures and ensuring all related training and case management tasks are up to date
• Coordinate with regional teams to share best practices and work with stakeholders to identify and mitigate potential compliance process gaps
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory changes and assist in creating presentations and documentation for Ethics & Compliance standing meetings and townhalls

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant area with demonstrable experience in a Legal or Compliance environment
• Experience of Project Management in a similar complex, matrix environment
• Solid understanding of compliance principles, with the ability to learn and manage case management systems and disclosure workflows
• A proactive professional with a "learning on the fly" mindset, capable of managing multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong writing and research skills, with the ability to draft clear policies and engage effectively with stakeholders across different functions
• Proven ability to handle highly confidential information with diplomacy and sound judgment
• A collaborative team player dedicated to supporting the business while maintaining a rigorous focus on ethics and internal governance

Benefits

• 25 days annual holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme, life assurance and income protection
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Discounts
• Cycle to work scheme