Compliance Specialist

Country/Region: PT

City: Lisbon

Business Platform: Client Solutions

We are EDP, a global energy company present in around 29 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

SU ELETRICIDADE is the energy supplier in the regulated market and has more than 970,000 customers and around €506 million in revenues in 2022. Additionally, it ensures the purchase of the electricity produced and places the respective energy on the market, in accordance with the legally defined conditions, contributing to strengthening the sustainability of the National Electricity System. The sale of energy acquired to Special Regime Producers was €2.5 thousand million and the purchase was €1.7 thousand million.

The Compliance, Risk & Business Continuity area is currently recruiting for a Business Performance & Customer Experience Specialist.

Are you passionate about compliance and regulation and want to be part of a leading company in the regulated energy market?

As a Specialist in Compliance, Regulation and Legal in SU ELETRICIDADE, you will be at the forefront of ensuring our organization adheres to industry and government regulations by developing, implementing, and enforcing robust compliance procedures and policies. You will conduct consistent risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential areas of non-compliance, collaborating closely with the business areas to uphold our commitment to ethical behavior and regulatory adherence. Additionally, you will have a strong focus on data protection laws, implementing robust data security measures and providing strategic and administrative guidance on privacy best practices.

What you will do:

• Ensuring legal compliance monitoring: Vigilantly monitor and ensure compliance with all applicable legislation and regulations in the energy sector to prevent criminal or administrative infractions. Play a crucial role in identifying and understanding the legal and regulatory landscape of the regulated energy market.
• Implementing compliance policies and methodologies: Be at the forefront of ensuring our adherence to the EDP Group's compliance management guidelines and methodologies. Champion the alignment with our Integrity Policy and Code of Ethics, fostering a culture of integrity and excellence.
• Executing standards and procedures: Take charge of implementing robust policies, standards, and procedures. Focus on critical areas such as data privacy, ensuring our company remains a leader in compliance.
• Delivering compliance training and communication: Drive engaging and impactful compliance training programs tailored to our employees' roles and identified risks. Continuously evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of these training initiatives, empowering our team with the knowledge they need to excel.
• Managing third-party compliance: Assess and mitigate risks in our contractual relationships with third parties. Implement robust control measures and promote comprehensive Integrity Due Diligence for third parties before transactions/contracts, safeguarding our company's interests.
• Providing expert advice: Be a trusted advisor, offering guidance and support across all business areas of the company on compliance matters. Help drive informed decision-making and ensure our operations align with the EDP Group's directives.

Employment type: Full-Time

Work site: Hybrid Model

What are we looking for:

• Bachelor of Laws, with experience in the area of Law.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevance experience, preferably in the energy sector, regulated markets or similar role.
• Experience in coordinating cross-functional teams is valued.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• A good understanding of the Portuguese energy sector regulations and laws, including compliance standards is valued.
• Proactive and self-motivated with a strong sense of responsibility.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically.

More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.

Equal opportunities for all

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

Need more reasonsto apply?

As a top employer we:

• Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
• Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
• Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:

• Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
• Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
• Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília
• Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

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