Philips
Gurugram, Haryana, India Posted 5d ago
As Compliance Counsel for the Indian Sub-continent Zone (ISC) at Philips, you will be responsible for developing and deploying the Zone compliance program and advising the business on legal compliance matters across ISC. You will conduct and coordinate investigations reported through SpeakUp and other reporting channels while helping strengthen Philips' global Market compliance program.
1. Compliance program development and implementation
Support the Head of Legal and the ISC leadership team in developing the annual Zone compliance program based on local and global priorities.
Drive and coordinate the implementation of initiatives included in the annual Zone compliance program, including the ISC Compliance Program 2.0 and India compliance enhancement work.
Translate identified risks, audit findings and lessons learned into sustainable controls, action plans, monitoring activities and evidence-based reporting.
Monitor General Business Principles and legal compliance controls, identify deficiencies and follow up on remediation actions.
Conduct periodic compliance risk assessments and use the outcomes to shape training, communications, monitoring and risk-mitigation measures.
Develop and deliver practical, risk-based compliance training and communications for employees, leaders and relevant third parties.
Support compliance due diligence, onboarding and ongoing monitoring of distributors, channel partners, agents, consultants and other third parties across ISC.
Promote a strong culture of integrity and help embed compliance requirements in business processes and decision-making.
2. Legal compliance advice
Provide timely and pragmatic advice on legal compliance matters, including anti-bribery, healthcare compliance, and competition law.
Advise on applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards in the countries comprising ISC.
Partner closely with the ISC Legal team, business leaders, Finance, Human Resources, Internal Audit, Quality, Regulatory, Information Security and other relevant functions.
3. Investigations and remediation
Conduct and coordinate investigations arising from SpeakUp reports and other compliance concerns in accordance with Philips’ investigation standards.
Develop investigation plans, conduct interviews, review relevant records and prepare clear, objective investigation reports.
Work with relevant stakeholders to determine appropriate remediation, disciplinary and control-improvement actions.
Requirements
A law degree from a recognised institution.
Preferred Qualifications
An LL.M. or another relevant postgraduate qualification would be an advantage.
