Descrição da Função

Adecco Permanent Recruitment is looking for a Compliance Specialist (m/f) to join a leading multinational in the port and logistics sector, based in Lisbon, with 3 to 5 years of experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and executive leadership for the Companys compliance and internal audit programs, including the development, design, and execution of the annual compliance plan;
• Prepare and deliver clear, concise, and impactful presentations to the executive leadership team;
• Advise management in identifying, assessing, and mitigating compliance risks across operational areas, offering practical and well-informed solutions;
• Monitor, evaluate, and enhance policies and procedures, subject to the approval of the Group Compliance Department;
• Coordinate preparations for annual internal and external audits;
• Manage whistleblower research processes and ensure timely reporting of preliminary investigations to Group Compliance;
• Collaborate cross-functionally with departments such as Internal Audit, Legal, Finance/Accounting, Human Resources, Procurement, and Marketing to align and channel compliance efforts appropriately;
• Conduct and document risk-based due diligence on all third parties prior to engagement with the company;
• Oversee the delivery of compliance training programs, ensuring all employeesparticularly new hirescomplete required training such as the Code of Conduct and Anti-Bribery modules;
• Engage with senior management to stay aligned with corporate strategy and objectives, while building and maintaining key internal and external relationships.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelors degree in Law, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field;
• Minimum of 35 years of experience in compliance, internal audit, legal, or risk management roles, preferably within a multinational or regulated environment;
• In-depth knowledge of corporate compliance standards, international anti-bribery laws, and regulatory frameworks;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a practical approach to risk mitigation;
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage with executive leadership and cross-functional teams;
• Proven ability to design and implement effective compliance training and awareness programs;
• Experience in managing investigations and conducting due diligence, particularly related to third-party risk;
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).