Senior Manager - Ethics & Vigilance

We are looking for an experienced and highly ethical professional to lead the Ethics & Vigilance function at our Barbil Mining Division. The role will be responsible for strengthening ethical business practices, conducting investigations, managing vigilance activities, ensuring compliance with company policies, and promoting a culture of integrity across the organization.

Ethics & Compliance

• Drive the implementation of the Company's Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy.
• Promote ethical behavior and integrity across all business functions.
• Conduct ethics awareness programs and compliance training for employees and contract workforce.
• Monitor compliance with internal policies, statutory requirements, and governance standards.

Vigilance & Investigations

• Lead vigilance activities related to fraud prevention, misconduct, corruption, theft, conflict of interest, and policy violations.
• Conduct confidential investigations into complaints received through whistleblower channels and other reporting mechanisms.
• Gather evidence, interview stakeholders, and prepare investigation reports with recommendations.
• Coordinate with HR, Legal, Security, Finance, Procurement, and Operations teams during investigations.

Risk Assessment & Prevention

• Identify areas vulnerable to unethical practices, fraud, and operational risks.
• Develop preventive vigilance measures and internal controls.
• Monitor vendor, contractor, and third-party compliance from an ethics and vigilance perspective.
• Recommend corrective and preventive actions based on findings.

Reporting & Governance

• Prepare periodic ethics and vigilance reports for senior management.
• Track closure of investigation findings and compliance actions.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of all investigation records.
• Support management in creating a transparent and accountable work culture.

Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with site leadership, department heads, security teams, and external agencies as required.
• Provide guidance on ethical concerns and conflict resolution matters.
• Assist in developing policies and procedures related to ethics, vigilance, and whistleblower management.

Preferred candidate profile

• 15+ years of experience in Ethics, Vigilance, Corporate Security, Compliance, Audit, Investigation, or related functions.
• Experience in Mining, Metals, Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Power, Cement, or Heavy Industries preferred.
• Strong knowledge of investigation techniques, compliance frameworks, and corporate governance practices.
• Excellent analytical, interviewing, report-writing, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professional judgment.
• Ability to handle sensitive matters independently.
• Ex-Servicemen will be preferred