Regional Compliance Specialist

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries America, Inc. (MHIA) is looking for a Regional Compliance Specialist to join our team. This is an onsite role based out of our Houston, TX HQ office in the Galleria District.

ABOUT MITSUBISHI HEAVY INDUSTRIES AMERICA, INC. (MHIA):

For over 130 years Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group’s innovative and integrated solutions have demonstrated our commitment to creating a positive social impact around the globe. Our range of products and services are tailored to meet our customers’ evolving needs across the commercial aviation, energy, transportation and infrastructure, machinery, defense and space systems sectors.

Our culture embraces diversity and cooperation, and we promote a healthy balance of professional and personal development, ensuring that your ideas and expertise are valued and respected.

SCOPE:

The Regional Compliance Specialist will support the development, implementation, and monitoring of compliance programs, policies, reporting, and practices for MHIA and its regional affiliates. The Regional Compliance Specialist will perform functions to ensure compliance with legal standards and policies and will utilize established internal controls and auditing systems to identify, detect, and correct noncompliance within MHIA and select affiliate companies.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administer policies and procedures that ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards
• Analyze internal business systems to ensure compliance with industry regulations and ethical standards.
• Create, modify, update, implement, and monitor the company’s policies.
• Support the development and implementation of risk management strategies.
• Conduct compliance tests or audits and report findings to the executive team.
• Design control systems to address cases of violation of internal business policies.
• Conduct thorough investigations into allegations of illegal, unethical, or improper behavior by employees or company representatives, including reviewing documentation, interviewing relevant parties, analyzing evidence, and preparing detailed reports.
• Continuously monitor regulatory enviornment and implement changes to compliance processes based on new or amended regulations.
• Design and support the implementation of ongoing training programs for employees at all levels of the organization.
• Liaise with departmental heads and compliance leaders at other MHI affiliates in the Americas to ensure that business operations are consistent with applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
• Advise the top management regarding business risk and mitigation.
• Conduct regular audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Serve as the primary liaison with regulator agencies (e.g., OSHA, EPA) and manage all reporting, permitting, and compliance documentation
• Develop, implement, and maintain environmental health and safety (EHS) programs, procedures, and training to promote a safe and environmentally responsible workplace.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Risk Management and HR to integrate EHS best practices into daily operations.
• Track and report key EHS metrics and performance indicators to senior leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance EHS culture and reduce environmental impact.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in Law, Legal Studies, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of work experience in the compliance field within highly regulated industries.
• Demonstrated experience interfacing with regulator bodies and responding to inquiries or inspections.
• Understanding of relevant federal, state, and international regulations such as OSHA, EPA, GDPR, HIPAA, SOX, FCPA, AML, OFAC, EAR, ITAR, and other relevant frameworks.
• Familiarity with industry-specific compliance standards and best practices.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships through strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities; adept at identifying risks and proposing practical solutions.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Juris Doctor (JD) and/or attorney qualification
  • Professional certification Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP)
  • Experience supporting internal audits and conducting investigations

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Travel: 10%
• Standard Monday through Friday work week.
• Weekend/late night work if applicable: 10%
• Lifting/physical requirements: Regularly required to sit for long periods, stand, walk, talk and/or hear. Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Why Should You Apply?

• Excellent Wellness Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Matching)
• Company-provided STD and LTD
• Parental Leave
• Company-Provided Life Insurance and AD&D
• Paid time off: vacation, sick leave (granted at the beginning of the year).
• 15 holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Behavioral health support 

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external ( https://mhicareers.com/) career sites.

MHIA regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.

MHIA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer actively seeking to diversify the workforce and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. Therefore, all qualified applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

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