Senior Manager, Ethics & Compliance

Headquartered in Singapore, SATS Ltd. is one of the world’s largest providers of air cargo handling services and Asia’s leading airline caterer. SATS Gateway Services provides airfreight and ground handling services including passenger services, ramp and baggage handling, aviation security services, aircraft cleaning and aviation laundry. SATS Food Solutions serves airlines and institutions, and operates central kitchens with large-scale food production and distribution capabilities for a wide range of cuisines.

SATS is present in the Asia-Pacific, the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, powering an interconnected world of trade, travel and taste. Following the acquisition of Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) in 2023, the combined SATS and WFS network operates over 215 stations in 27 countries. These cover trade routes responsible for more than 50% of global air cargo volume. SATS has been listed on the Singapore Exchange since May 2000. For more information, please visit www.sats.com.sg

At SATS, people are our greatest asset, and we build our success on the knowledge, expertise and performance of every contributor, by embracing diversity and uniqueness. As part of our holistic approach and commitment to embracing FAM (Fulfilling, Appreciated, Meaningful) in the workplace, we offer the runway to develop Fulfilling careers that foster your career growth, recognising and Appreciating the strength of talent and capabilities that we continue to build internally; and inspiring and encouraging each other to make Meaningful contributions in the work we do at SATS.

We are looking for an individual who is experienced and passionate in Ethics & Compliance (“E&C”) areas who is a team player and self-starter and has strong commercial sense to join us in the E&C corporate function as we transform and enhance our E&C programs globally. Individual must be able to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment across different business lines.

• Support the VP, E&C in creation, refinement and implementation of E&C policies, processes and related responsibilities, of the SATS Group globally.
• Own, manage, administer and champion the SATS Group E&C policies and processes, including code of ethics & conduct, anti-bribery & anti-corruption policies, trade compliance/sanctions, interested person transactions (“IPT”), and other regulatory or compliance matters, as may be applicable.
• Be involved in the planning and conduct of reviews and internal audits on SATS Group’s Anti-Bribery Management System. Work collaboratively with relevant Business Units in preparation of external audits, including ISO 37001 Anti-Bribery Management System certification/ surveillance audits.
• Be involved in managing the portal, database and processes relating to SATS Group’s compliance with its obligations under the SGX Listing Rules, including but not limited to Interested Person Transactions.
• Work with the VP, E&C, and the regional E&C teams in developing and rolling out training materials on E&C topics to stakeholders of various levels.
• Be involved in facilitation and conduct of third party due diligence for purposes of anti-bribery and corruption, trade sanctions, and other applicable areas.
• Manage ad hoc or ongoing projects that E&C is involved in, and any other duties as assigned.

• A recognised degree in Law, Accountancy, Risk Management, Business Management, Finance, or the equivalent.
• A minimum of 5 to 8 years of relevant experience in the regulatory or compliance space, specifically in relation to topics such as Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption, Trade Sanctions, IPTs, Conflict of Interests.
• Having experience managing compliance audits, such as the ISO37001 certification or Sapin II audits are an added advantage.
• Be a self-starter, proactive and take ownership in the area of work assigned.
• Portray confidence, able to formulate a considered view and articulate well in presenting to/persuading/advising senior members of the company on E&C’s view.
• High resilience with strong determination to succeed and excel.
• Possess positive learning attitude and be willing to acquire new skills and knowledge in new areas of Compliance.
• Ability to work with the business and business leaders in areas of Compliance concerns.
• Able to work well both independently and in team environment.
• Possess good verbal and written communication skills, and able to deliver clear communications.
• Willing to engage and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, as the job requires, including members of the Legal & Compliance team in other regions.
• The ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment with changing and competing priorities are essential.

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