Principal Ethics & Compliance Mexico (Ethics & Compliance)

About Woodside Energy

We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential as well as bringing their whole self to work. We also recognize that enduring, meaningful relationships with communities are fundamental to maintaining our license to operate. Technology and innovation are essential to our long-term sustainability. We are growing our carbon and new energy businesses using technology to reduce emissions and the carbon footprint of our products. We are working towards improving energy efficiency, offset emissions, reduce emissions intensity and explore options for lower-carbon energy. Woodside led the development of the LNG industry in Australia and is applying this same pioneering spirit to solving future energy challenges.

About the Role:

This position is located in Mexico City and reports to Woodside’s Head of Compliance International. The successful applicant will support further implementation of the company’s ethics & compliance program in the Mexican operations (Woodside Petroleo Operaciones de Mexico - “Woodside Mexico”). This includes further embedding the prevention, detection and mitigation of fraud and corruption risk, in support of Woodside’s Anti-Bribery & Corruption (ABC) Policy, Code of Conduct and Fraud & Corruption Control Procedure.

Key responsibilities include: 

• Drive awareness and delivery of Ethics & Compliance (E&C) standards, requirements, and obligations in Woodside Mexico including all aspects of the Trion Project and all compliance legal requirements.

• Provide support and work closely with the Legal team to ensure compliance with Mexican, U.S., Australian and other applicable laws. 

• Maintain and refine Woodside’s International third-party ABC due diligence program, including guidelines, processes, tools, training, and monitoring relating to Woodside Mexico.

• Conduct due diligence in relation to suppliers, customers, social investments, donations, new business opportunities, joint venture partners, and other activities.

• Foster critical relationships with PEMEX’s compliance team and share best practices in ABC compliance. 

• Anticipate potential corruption or bribery issues and mitigate risks ahead of activities including Shorebase operations, Mexico office, EPC/OEM Contractors.

• Assist in maintaining Woodside’s company-wide fraud, bribery, and corruption risk management program across the value chain.

• Support Business and Functions with issues such as review of conflicts of interest declarations, gifts and entertainment, sponsored travel etc. 

• Provide E&C guidance for New Energy, M&A, Exploration & Development, and operations activities in Mexico. 

• Assist with fraud and corruption risk assessments – at a global, country, and functional process level.

• Coordinate and deliver Ethics & Compliance training sessions, as well as report on training metrics.  

• Interface with joint venturers in relation to non-operator exposures and facilitate the mutual management of ABC risks and influence best practice where possible.

• Provide governance advice within the Business and promote the ABC Policy, Code of Conduct and Fraud & Corruption Control Procedure.

• Respond to, and investigate concerns, disclosures or incidents concerning fraud or corruption, or unethical business conduct, in line with established policies and procedures.

• Engage external due diligence providers, as appropriate. 

• Maintain awareness of international bribery and corruption events, actions, and best practices.

• Provide support to the Investigations function when required.

The Principal Ethics & Compliance International position will join an eleven-person global team and a six-person regional team in Houston, Texas to support Woodside’s International Business from Mexico City, Mexico.  
 

Skills & Experience:

The successful applicant for this role will have: 

• Bachelor of Business Administration or equivalent degree. 

• Law degree from an accredited law school and active bar membership in Mexico preferred. 

• Fluency in Spanish and English business proficiency.

• Strong knowledge of international ABC laws, business conduct and compliance best practices.

• Ability to support the Trion Project leadership team, VP Trion, Mexico Country Manager, local Legal in-house counsel and Corporate Affairs team.

• Ability to build and foster networks and long-term relationships including with the Business and Functions.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.  

• Excellent project management skills, with proven ability to drive forward multiple complex projects simultaneously.

• Ability to develop interpersonal relations and judgment skills, guiding senior management and influencing outcomes, taking a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach to balancing compliance risk with commercial objectives.

• Ability to navigate sensitive and confidential scenarios with discretion and precision.

• Good business acumen, including sound understanding of commercial and legal considerations.

• Thorough attention to detail.

• Strong report writing capability. 

• Ability to utilize Woodside’s ERP system and technology platforms.

• Ability to navigate time zones and attend evening meetings when required due to time zone differences. 

• Strong awareness of audit, control and risk practices.

• Ability to travel internationally.

If you think you can do this job but don’t meet all the criteria, that’s OK! Please apply. At Woodside, we value people with diverse experiences and backgrounds, as they provide unique perspectives that help us innovate.

Recognition & Reward:

What you can expect from us:

• Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs, coaching and mentoring

• Values led culture

• Active employee community groups for gender equality, and LGBTI+ staff and allies, and Neurodiversity

• Community volunteering opportunities

• A competitive remuneration package featuring performance-based incentives 

Woodside is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, which is supported by our Values. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a truly diverse and high-performing workforce. 

Diversity encompasses differences in age, nationality, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity or expression, relationship status, disability, neurodiversity, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including caregiving commitments, and education. Inclusion centers on all employees creating a climate of trust and belonging, where people feel comfortable to bring their whole self to work.

Applications close Friday, 17th May 2024.