Compliance Specialist (Investigations)

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Job Summary: Albemarle is seeking a Compliance Specialist to lead corporate ethics and compliance investigations and strengthen the company’s program across Latin America. Key Highlights: 1. Lead ethics and compliance investigations in Latin America. 2. Support the ethics and compliance program and strengthen controls. 3. Serve as a trusted advisor on ethics and compliance matters. Be an essential element to a brighter future. We work together to transform essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity and health. Join our values\-led organization committed to building a more resilient world with people and planet in mind. Our core values are the foundation that make us successful for ourselves, our customers and the planet. **Job Description** ### **Are you inspired by “what’s next”? So are we.** When you join the **Albemarle** team, you contribute to a better tomorrow. You’ll play a role in advancing some of the world’s largest and most critical industries—from energy and communications to transportation and electronics. We’re putting innovation into action to improve people’s lives, and we want **YOU to be part of it**. **Doing the right thing, the right way, with the right resources.** **Albemarle Corporation** is a global leader in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of high\-tech specialty chemical products. We are a values\-driven organization, operating our lithium, bromine, and refining catalysts businesses with emphasis on care, courage, curiosity, collaboration, humility, transparency, and integrity. As an ethical and transparent partner, we are committed to operating and growing responsibly as part of a sustainable supply chain that helps our customers achieve their sustainability goals. We combine world\-class material assets with exceptional talent, technological expertise, and strong customer partnerships to discover new and innovative ways to enhance essential aspects of life—including clean energy, food and fire safety, and sustainable transportation. Due to our high ambitions to do things right—while operating across multiple countries, producing diverse products, and engaging with a broad portfolio of customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders—we require a **world\-class ethics \& compliance program**. Therefore, Albemarle is seeking a **Compliance Specialist – Investigations** to support our own operations and joint ventures in **Chile, Argentina, and Brazil, based in offices in Santiago, Chile, under a hybrid work schedule.** The **Compliance Specialist – Investigations** will lead corporate ethics and compliance investigations in the **Latin America** region (primarily Chile and Argentina) and provide support for global investigations. This role is responsible for managing the **entire lifecycle of investigations**, ensuring alignment with Albemarle’s global investigation standards and contributing to the strengthening of the company’s **ethics \& compliance program**. In addition to case management, the specialist will support regional compliance initiatives, help strengthen compliance controls, and serve as a trusted advisor to employees and business leaders on ethics and compliance matters. Success in this role requires **strong analytical and investigative capabilities, excellent judgment, and the ability to operate effectively in a complex, multicultural, and dynamic regulatory environment**. **Key Responsibilities** **Investigation Management** ------------------------------ * Lead and conduct ethics and compliance investigations in the region, including planning, interviews, evidence review, documentation, and drafting investigation reports. * Ensure investigations are conducted in accordance with Albemarle’s procedures and standards. * Ensure stakeholders are notified and kept informed throughout the investigation lifecycle. * Conduct root cause analysis and collaborate with business units to implement corrective and preventive actions. * Administer the case management system, ensuring proper intake, classification, documentation, and closure of cases. * Identify trends, patterns, and systemic issues detected through investigations. * Provide ad\-hoc support for global investigations. **Program Support and Reporting** -------------------------------------- * Support the **Regional Compliance Manager (Latin America)** in implementing, monitoring, and improving the ethics \& compliance program. * Contribute to periodic ethics \& compliance reports for senior leadership and the Board of Directors, including metrics, trends, and investigation summaries. * Support the development and monitoring of compliance controls and remediation plans. **Risk Assessment and Audit Support** ---------------------------------------------- * Participate in regional compliance risk assessments, using investigation insights to support risk evaluation and mitigation. * Collaborate with **Internal Audit** during internal or external compliance audits, including document preparation, scope definition, and action follow\-up. **Communications, Training, and Awareness** -------------------------------------------------- * Deliver targeted training related to investigations, misconduct reporting, and compliance policies. * Draft and update investigation\-related procedures and communication materials, including compliance expectations. * Support awareness campaigns promoting an ethical culture, reporting mechanisms, and case management standards. **Minimum Qualifications** ====================== * Bachelor’s degree required in Law or Accounting/Auditing. * **Minimum 5 years of experience** in corporate investigation roles within a multinational corporation, audit firm, or consulting firm. * Experience preparing compliance communications and delivering training. * Experience designing, implementing, and monitoring compliance controls. * **Advanced English proficiency (written and spoken). Will be assessed during interviews.** **Preferred Qualifications** * Professional certifications such as **CFE, CIA, CCEP / CCEP\-I, CIPP**, or other recognized credentials in compliance and/or investigations. * Experience in **anti\-corruption**, including **FCPA, UK Bribery Act**, and relevant local legislation. * Experience with platforms such as **SAP, Salesforce, HR systems, and compliance tools** (case management, e\-discovery, due diligence platforms, etc.). * Strong skills in **Microsoft Office**. **Industry or Regional Specific Experience (Preferred)** Experience in one or more of the following areas: * **Mining and/or chemical sectors.** * Working with **community relations teams**, including engagement with **indigenous communities**. * **Anti\-corruption, competition law, and data privacy laws in Argentina**. * **Chile’s Crime Prevention Model**. * Chilean legislation on **anti\-corruption, competition law, and data protection**. **Desired Competencies** * Willingness and ability to **travel regularly** within the region. * Adaptability to diverse cultures and business environments. * **Pragmatic, solution\-oriented mindset**. * Ability to translate legal and regulatory requirements into **practical business guidance**. * Autonomy to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment. * Strong **analytical, critical thinking, and problem\-solving skills**. * Excellent **communication and influence skills**, with the ability to build consensus and drive change. * Skills in **project management, consulting, and facilitation**. * High level of organization and a **continuous improvement mindset** (innovation, automation, process optimization). * Ability to build collaborative relationships with multidisciplinary teams while maintaining **independence and ethical standards**. **Benefits of Joining Albemarle** * Competitive compensation * Comprehensive benefits package * A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally. We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources that foster your well\-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together.