General Manager - COMPLIANCE OFFICER & ANTI BRIBERY LEAD

Job Description

Who we are

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation.
As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability.
We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal.
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About This Role

We are seeking a Compliance Officer & Anti‑Bribery Lead to play a critical role in delivering VOIS India’s safe, secure and compliant agenda. This India‑based role (Pune or Bangalore) is responsible for implementing and operating an effective Compliance Management System aligned to Vodafone Group policy and control frameworks, with particular ownership of the Anti‑Bribery & Corruption (ABC) policy, standards and controls. Working in a hybrid model, the individual will partner closely with local and global stakeholders, advise with confidence at multiple organisational levels, and act as a trusted champion for compliance and business integrity across VOIS India.

What you’ll do

Compliance & Business Integrity Officer

• Support the Head of Compliance & Business Integrity in rolling out and operating the Group and VOIS policy compliance framework.
• Act as the local policy governance gatekeeper, ensuring effective implementation, maintenance and communication of global and local policies.
• Manage the local policy portal and coordinate compliance officers as required.
• Facilitate compliance assurance reviews and assess control effectiveness with control owners.
• Leverage AI tools to enhance compliance monitoring and assurance activities.
• Prepare and present compliance, risk and assurance updates to leadership forums, including the India RCC.
• Partner with Group Compliance and Risk Assurance to maintain a holistic control environment.
• Drive policy awareness, track mandatory training completion and escalate non‑compliance.
• Conduct risk assessments and contribute to a strong compliance and policy community in VOIS India.

Anti‑Bribery & Corruption (ABC) Expert

• Lead implementation, monitoring and ongoing operation of the Anti‑Bribery & Corruption policy across VOIS India.
• Act as the day‑to‑day ABC subject matter expert and control operator.
• Maintain the Gifts & Hospitality register and conduct bribery and corruption risk assessments.
• Provide guidance on gifts, hospitality, sponsorships and high‑risk transactions, including public official engagements.
• Coordinate with Group Compliance and Legal teams for required approvals.
• Deliver ABC risk assessments, targeted training, communications and awareness campaigns.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting to Group Compliance.
• Investigate, escalate and support audits or reviews related to ABC and competition law controls.

Who you are

• An experienced compliance professional with a strong understanding of policy governance frameworks and compliance assurance methodologies.
• Knowledgeable in anti‑bribery legislation such as the UK Bribery Act and the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), and familiar with corporate compliance frameworks.
• Comfortable working with risk management principles, internal control systems and assurance activities.
• Analytical and detail‑oriented, with the ability to assess risks and recommend pragmatic mitigation strategies.
• Confident in interpreting regulatory requirements and translating them into practical, actionable controls.
• Trusted to handle sensitive information with discretion and sound ethical judgement.
• An effective communicator who can engage and influence stakeholders at all levels in a global, multicultural environment.
• Educated to degree level in Law, Business Administration, Risk Management or a related field, with over 10 years of overall experience, including at least 5 years in compliance, legal, risk management or assurance roles within a multinational context.
• Professionally qualified or working towards certifications such as CCEP, with proficiency in compliance tools, MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel, and familiarity with AI solutions.

Not a perfect fit?

Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.

What’s in it for you

• The opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping and strengthening the compliance and business integrity agenda for VOIS India.
• Exposure to complex, global compliance frameworks and collaboration with Group‑level teams.
• A hybrid working model supporting flexibility and work–life balance.
• The chance to influence leadership decisions through trusted risk and compliance insights.
• A collaborative environment that values ethical leadership, learning and continuous improvement.

What skills you will learn

• Advanced application of global compliance and policy governance frameworks in a multinational environment.
• Practical use of AI and digital tools to enhance compliance monitoring and assurance.
• Stakeholder management and influencing skills at senior leadership and committee level.
• Designing and delivering targeted compliance communications and training programmes.

Deepened expertise in anti‑bribery, corruption and competition law controls

VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment

Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio‑economic background.

Join Us

At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this.
We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.
With us, you can truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.