Global Director, Ethics & Compliance

Job Description

Position Overview:

The Global Director, Ethics & Compliance reports to the Assistant General Counsel, Litigation and Ethics & Compliance and is a key member of H.B. Fuller’s dynamic global legal team. This position will oversee the Company’s Ethics & Compliance program, including updating and advising senior leadership on Ethics & Compliance issues and participate in strategic development of the Ethics & Compliance program to meet future Company needs. The role includes managing 1-2 direct reports.

Primary Responsibilities:

This individual will work with the Assistant General Counsel, Litigation and Ethics & Compliance, to oversee all aspects of H.B. Fuller’s Ethics & Compliance program including:

  • Day-to-day management of the Company’s Ethics & Compliance program, including managing and coordinating with the Company’s global Ethics & Compliance team
  • Maintain, update, and provide organizational oversight of the Company’s core compliance policies, including Code of Business Conduct.
  • Maintain and oversee a training and audit program to ensure compliance with core policies
  • Manage and ensure timely completion of investigations of alleged non-compliance with laws, regulations, or the Company’s policies, seeking legal advice when necessary
  • Provide regular updates and guidance to senior leaders on Ethics & Compliance issues
  • Strategic development of Ethics & Compliance program to meet future needs of Company; provide specific recommendations backed by business case and implement recommendations

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • At least 10 years’ ethics & compliance experience, including experience at a multinational corporation.
  • Significant experience with internal and government investigations.
  • Experience advising and presenting to senior leaders on complex, multi-faceted issues.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence in a matrixed environment across businesses and functions.
  • Demonstrated ability to think strategically and manage multiple projects to achieve long-term objectives.
  • Willingness to travel 10-20%.

Preferred Requirements:

  • Juris Doctor, Certified Professional Accountant, or other compliance-related advanced degree or certification.
  • Experience developing and/or supporting a growing ethics & compliance function.
  • Experience managing a team and developing future leaders.
  • Competency (written and/or spoken) in language(s) in addition to English.
  • Experience in the manufacturing industry is a plus.