Head of Risk & Compliance - Gallagher

At Artex, we defy convention and reimagine the possibilities of risk management. Join a team of passionate visionaries, where creativity knows no bounds, and innovative thinking shapes the future. As part of our global family, you'll unlock your potential, turning challenges into opportunities, and creating an impact on a global scale. Dare to innovate, and together, we'll craft a legacy of transformation.

We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! So, even if you feel that you’re close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.

The Head of Risk and Compliance – Artex US is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the risk management and compliance programs across Artex US companies. This role ensures that the Artex US entities adheres to all regulatory requirements and internal policies, while also identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential risks to the organization.

• Risk Management:
  • Understand Artex US strategic objectives and business plans to inform the risk implications
  • Develop and implement effective risk management strategies and processes in line with global standards
  • Conduct risk assessments and identify potential risks that could affect the organization.
  • Monitor and report on risk exposure and risk mitigation activities across all areas of Artex US
  • Collaborate with various departments to ensure risk management practices are integrated into business processes
  • Maintain and update risk registers and ensure all risks are documented and managed appropriately

• Compliance:
  • Ensure the Artex US companies complies with all relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies
  • Develop and implement compliance programs and training for employees in line with global standards
  • Conduct regular audits and review to ensure adherence to compliance standards
  • Monitor and report on whether the Artex US business units’ activities, risk exposures and operations are performing within the group policies, risk appetite and controls
  • Investigate and resolve compliance issues and breaches
  • Liaise with regulatory bodies and ensure timely and accurate reporting
  • Interact with, and represent, the company’s interests with key third party stakeholders, such as regulators, keeping abreast of regulatory changes and the emerging risk environment 

• Policy Development:
  • Develop and update risk management and compliance policies and procedures
  • Ensure policies are communicated effectively across the organization
  • Provide guidance and support to employees on risk and compliance matters

• Reporting:
  • Prepare and present regular reports on risk and compliance activities to senior management and the board of directors
  • Maintain accurate records of all risk and compliance activities

• Training and Awareness:
  • Develop and deliver training programs in accordance with global standards to enhance risk and compliance awareness among employees.
  • Promote a culture of risk awareness and compliance throughout the organization

 Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Finance, Law, or a related field.
• Professional certification in risk management or compliance (e.g., Certified Risk Manager (CRM), Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP)) is preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in risk management, compliance, or a related field
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in risk management and compliance software tools

Key Competencies:

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with integrity
• Proactive and able to anticipate potential issues and develop solutions
• Strong ethical standards and commitment to upholding company values

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On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. 

 Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:

• Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
• Life and accident insurance
• 401(K) and Roth options
• Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
• Educational expense reimbursement
• Paid parental leave

Other benefits include:

• Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
• Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
• Training programs
• Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
• Charitable matching gift program
• And more...

We value inclusion and diversity

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Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.

Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.

Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as “protected characteristics”) by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.