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Mitsubishi Heavy Industries · 3 days ago

Regional Compliance Specialist

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries America, Inc. (MHIA) is seeking a Regional Compliance Specialist to support compliance programs and policies. The role involves ensuring adherence to legal standards, conducting audits, and liaising with regulatory agencies while promoting a safe and compliant workplace.

ElectronicsIndustrialMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing

No H1B

Responsibilities

Administer policies and procedures that ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards

Analyze internal business systems to ensure compliance with industry regulations and ethical standards

Create, modify, update, implement, and monitor the company’s policies

Support the development and implementation of risk management strategies

Conduct compliance tests or audits and report findings to the executive team

Design control systems to address cases of violation of internal business policies

Conduct thorough investigations into allegations of illegal, unethical, or improper behavior by employees or company representatives, including reviewing documentation, interviewing relevant parties, analyzing evidence, and preparing detailed reports

Continuously monitor regulatory environment and implement changes to compliance processes based on new or amended regulations

Design and support the implementation of ongoing training programs for employees at all levels of the organization

Liaise with departmental heads and compliance leaders at other MHI affiliates in the Americas to ensure that business operations are consistent with applicable laws, regulations, and policies

Advise the top management regarding business risk and mitigation

Conduct regular audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and ensure corrective actions are implemented

Serve as the primary liaison with regulator agencies (e.g., OSHA, EPA) and manage all reporting, permitting, and compliance documentation

Develop, implement, and maintain environmental health and safety (EHS) programs, procedures, and training to promote a safe and environmentally responsible workplace

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Risk Management and HR to integrate EHS best practices into daily operations

Track and report key EHS metrics and performance indicators to senior leadership

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance EHS culture and reduce environmental impact

Qualification

Compliance experienceRegulatory knowledgeRisk managementJuris Doctor (JD)Certified Compliance & Ethics ProfessionalAnalytical skillsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Law, Legal Studies, Business Administration, or a related field

Minimum of five (5) years of work experience in the compliance field within highly regulated industries

Demonstrated experience interfacing with regulator bodies and responding to inquiries or inspections

Understanding of relevant federal, state, and international regulations such as OSHA, EPA, GDPR, HIPAA, SOX, FCPA, AML, OFAC, EAR, ITAR, and other relevant frameworks

Familiarity with industry-specific compliance standards and best practices

Good organizational and time management skills

Ability to build collaborative relationships through strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills

Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities; adept at identifying risks and proposing practical solutions