Internal Controls & Compliance Manager

Virtucruit is partnering with a leading organisation in the energy and industrial services sector to appoint an Internal Controls & Compliance Manager. This is a senior and business-critical role within the Legal & Compliance function, with a clear mandate to build, implement, and embed a robust compliance and internal controls framework across the organisation . This appointment offers a unique opportunity for an experienced compliance professional to take ownership of a maturing compliance function , playing a foundational role in shaping governance, ethics, and risk management practices at enterprise level. Role Overview The Internal Controls & Compliance Manager will be responsible for establishing and operationalising the companys compliance programme and internal control environment , ensuring adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and internal standards. The role requires a hands-on, delivery-focused professional with experience building compliance programmes , leading investigations, and operating with a high degree of autonomy. The successful candidate will act as a trusted advisor to senior management while driving execution across the business. Key Duties & Responsibilities Compliance & Internal Controls Framework Design, develop, and implement the companys compliance and internal controls framework. Lead the compliance risk assessment process, including development and maintenance of the compliance risk register. Develop, review, and implement compliance policies and procedures, including but not limited to: Code of Conduct Conflict of Interest Data Privacy Related Party Transactions Gifts, Donations, Sponsorships & Charitable Contributions Third-Party and Agent Compliance Trade and Business Conduct Compliance Ensure ongoing compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and recognised compliance standards. Monitoring, Controls & Assurance Oversee compliance controls across business operations, processes, and investments. Periodically assess the effectiveness of internal controls and recommend enhancements. Perform regular compliance reviews and assessments of company procedures and practices. Identify control gaps, emerging risks, and systemic issues, and drive remediation actions. Evaluate compliance systems and ensure appropriate tools and software are in place. Ethics, Investigations & Reporting Manage and oversee the companys helpline and whistleblowing programme. Lead investigations into potential fraud, misconduct, abuse, or violations of company policies, in line with accepted investigation standards. Oversee compliance with the Code of Conduct and investigate any breaches. Maintain comprehensive documentation of complaints, investigations, findings, and outcomes. Liaise with external legal counsel on complex or sensitive compliance matters as required. Advisory, Training & Culture Advise senior management and business stakeholders on compliance and…