Senior Compliance Officer

Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Main purpose of position

Currently we are looking for a Senior Compliance Officer in Cape Town, South Africa to be part of our global team working together towards our vision –Improving our future.  The Senior Compliance Officer will support and oversee compliance with regulatory and legal frameworks, contractual obligations, and internal policies and procedures in respect of specific projects, activities and/or offices linked to and (ideally) located in a specific region although there may be workstreams outside of that region. 

The role is authorized and expected to identify and support the implementation of actions necessary to ensure effective compliance programs within the Scatec Group.

Main responsibilities: Special focus on compliance with anti-corruption and personal data protection, and in coordination with Scatec Group Compliance and other relevant functions within Scatec

• Provide Legal advice and assessments regarding identified risks and potential remedial actions, with a particular focus on business development and robust contractual requirements
• Governing Framework and Policies and Procedures - initiate, maintain, and revise policies and procedures relevant to Scatec's operations to prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct
• Risk assessments support and implement Scatec's risk assessment policy and procedure to identify risks related to the failure to comply with laws, regulations, and industry standards
• Integrity Due Diligence: support and advance process of investigating and evaluating the ethical standards, reputation, and trustworthiness of a company, individual, or potential counterparties. Identify whether there are any risks related to unethical behaviour, legal violations, corruption, fraud, forced labour or other misconduct that could affect the success, reputation, or legal standing of Scatec. Involve relevant functions as needed in the assessment of third parties.
• Awareness Building by maintaining and supporting an effective communication program for the organization and external stakeholders 
• Management of Reported Concerns by assessment and management of reported concerns that come through internal and/or external channels
• Monitor and Assurance by systematically monitoring day-to-day compliance practices, ensuring timely and accurate reporting to relevant stakeholders
• Providing regular Compliance update reports to key stakeholders and senior management 

Qualifications and competencies 

• Masters Degree in Law or similar
• Minimum 7 years' relevant work experience in advising and working with international transactions, including the regulatory framework of such industry, preferably in the energy sector
• Experience and/or interest in the following areas:  Renewable energy; Project development; Public procurement; FIDIC suite of contracts and international transactions
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal

Additional Information

• Ability to work independently
• Assertive, able to operate in complex and dynamic working environment
• Solution orientated, dedicated and someone who takes ownership of tasks and responsibilities
• Ability to work under pressure and on own initiative
• Confident and quick learner
• Able to prioritise responsibilities and self-manage/manage time efficiently 

Personal characteristics

It is part of every employees' terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:

• Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way
• Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently
• Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust
• Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude

We offer

Scatec is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference. 

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.

Applications will be processed on a continuous basis.