Report directly to the General Counsel and develop, implement, and monitor a global corporate compliance program across 50+ countries.
Develop, maintain, and enforce comprehensive compliance policies and procedures, including code of conduct and ethics.
Conduct regular reviews and updates to align with changing regulations and industry standards.
Monitor regulatory changes and assess impact on IDC's operations, particularly in research, data services, and government contracting.
Implement screening, monitoring, and reporting mechanisms to track compliance activities, issues, and remediation efforts.
Track and report compliance metrics and KPIs quarterly to senior leadership, the Audit Committee, internal compliance committee, and executive leadership team.
Develop and deliver corporate compliance training programs for employees at all levels.
Conduct compliance risk assessments and manage third-party risk reviews; develop mitigation strategies and investigate compliance concerns.
Work closely with internal audit to establish and maintain effective internal controls.
Liaise with Sales, Product, Marketing, Technology, Finance, HR and other teams to support compliance initiatives.
Support sales in responding to customer inquiries and questionnaires, support environmental reporting, and work with HR on employee concerns and investigations.
Foster a culture of integrity throughout the organization.
Requirements
JD or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in a relevant field also considered.
Compliance Certification and Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) from the ABA are advantageous.
7+ years of global compliance or legal experience, preferably in-house in technology or research and data services.
Proactive, team player, self-starter and flexible.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and legal research skills.
Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and perform well under pressure.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Collaborative approach to working with diverse stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
Proven ability to develop and deliver programs and initiatives from inception through completion.
Proficient in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook).