Compliance Officer

International Airport of Heraklion, Crete S.A. is currently looking for a: Compliance Officer Responsibilities • Develops and maintains the regulatory compliance framework, policies, procedures and annual compliance programme. • Maintains a structured register of legal, regulatory, contractual and internal obligations. • Monitors relevant legislation, regulatory requirements and aviation-related obligations. • Conducts risk-based compliance reviews, inspections and thematic assessments. • Advises Management and employees on the Code of Business Conduct, conflicts of interest, anti-bribery, gifts and hospitality, fair competition and third-party integrity. • Coordinates or supports objective and appropriately documented investigations into suspected compliance breaches. • Monitors corrective actions, responsible owners and agreed deadlines. • Develops and delivers compliance training and awareness activities. • Prepares reports for Management, the Audit & Risk Management Committee and the Board of Directors. • Supports appropriate due diligence and compliance controls for suppliers, contractors and other business partners. • Maintains secure compliance records and protects confidential and personal information. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Finance, Economics or a related discipline. • Postgraduate qualification in Compliance, Corporate Governance, Business Ethics, Risk Management or a related field would be considered an asset. • Relevant professional certification would be considered an asset. • At least 7 years of relevant experience in regulatory compliance, corporate governance, legal, audit or risk-related roles. • Experience in a regulated, infrastructure, aviation, transport, concession, construction or other complex operational environment is highly desirable. • Demonstrated experience in developing or operating compliance frameworks, monitoring programmes and management reporting. • Experience interacting with senior management, governance committees or Boards of Directors. • Strong knowledge of compliance management principles and corporate governance practices. • Excellent command of written and spoken Greek and English. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and compliance-management tools. Competencies • Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into practical business controls. • Excellent analytical, investigation and report-writing skills. • Sound judgement, professional integrity and discretion. • Ability to challenge constructively and communicate sensitive matters objectively. • Strong stakeholder-management and presentation skills.