A leading Irish business is seeking a dedicated Compliance Manager to join their Dublin-based head office in a newly created role and function. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to play a pivotal role in ensuring the organisation's adherence to legal, regulatory, and internal standards across diverse and complex engineering projects. You will be empowered to shape and manage compliance frameworks that underpin some of the most advanced construction projects in Europe.What You'll DoAs Compliance Manager, you will:Design and oversee the implementation of a comprehensive compliance framework that addresses key regulatory obligations and ensures ongoing alignment with evolving legal requirements.Manage the continuous development, rollout, and maintenance of compliance codes of conduct, policies, and procedures tailored to support business objectives across all operational areas.Conduct thorough compliance risk assessments covering areas such as anti-bribery and corruption, fraud prevention, and other relevant domains to proactively identify potential risks.Monitor and maintain detailed compliance registers including those for gifts and hospitality, conflicts of interest, donations, and sponsorships to ensure transparency and accountability.Provide expert advice on third-party onboarding processes by conducting due diligence reviews and assisting in preparing responses for clients or external parties as required.Support business growth initiatives by identifying emerging compliance risks associated with new ventures or expansion activities.Develop engaging training materials on compliance topics; deliver training sessions to employees at all levels while communicating updates on emerging issues effectively.Oversee the speak-up process by managing investigations into reported compliance concerns with sensitivity and professionalism.Prepare regular reports for senior leadership and provide assurance to the board regarding the status of compliance-related matters across the organisation.Stay abreast of regulatory changes through horizon scanning activities; support front-line operations during regulatory reviews or investigations by providing practical guidance.What You BringTo excel as Compliance Manager, you will bring:Demonstrable experience in developing, implementing, and maintaining effective compliance frameworks within a commercial environment is essential for success in this role.Proven ability to create clear codes of conduct as well as policies and procedures that align with both legal requirements and organisational values.Strong analytical skills combined with a solution-oriented mindset enable you to assess complex situations thoughtfully while proposing practical recommendations.Excellent negotiating skills allow you to influence stakeholders at all levels while fostering positive working relationships built on trust.A commercial mindset ensures you understand how compliance supports broader business objectives without hindering operational efficiency.Outstanding people management abilities empower you to guide teams through change while promoting shared responsibility for upholding standards.Exceptional communication skills are vital for delivering training sessions, preparing reports for senior leaders, and advising colleagues on sensitive matters.Relevant third-level degree qualifications in compliance or risk management (or equivalent) demonstrate your commitment to professional excellence.Experience working in similar roles within regulated industries would be advantageous but is not essential; transferable skills from related sectors are welcomed.What's NextIf you are ready to make a meaningful difference by shaping compliance standards within an inspiring team environment, this could be your next career move.Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates