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Job Description

The Ethics and Compliance Director, in conjunction with the broader Hertz Ethics and Compliance team and under the authority of the Chief Compliance Officer (“CCO”), will be responsible for daily management of the North America ethics and compliance program as well as global management for a number of key compliance and processes or controls overseen by the organization. The Ethics and Compliance Director will work closely with internal stakeholders from all areas of the company and, where relevant, with external stakeholders to identify and manage risk, drive adherence to policies and procedures and educate on priority topics. This role will also support key compliance investigations and audits and will be a critical player in change management or other important initiatives. A trusted partner within the Hertz Legal Department and to other leaders in the company, the Ethics and Compliance Director will enable and mature the structure and standards which support the company’s focus on integrity. This position is full-time and is preferred to be based in Estero, FL or Atlanta, GA.

A Day in the Life:

This role will drive oversight and increasing maturity levels of assigned risk programs on a global scale (e.g., anticorruption) including, but not limited to, pillars such as governance, policies, education, controls and continuous improvement. They will be a resource and advisor to North America leaders and colleagues to support the company operating with integrity and to help with change management programs, including leadership of the Hertz Ethics and Compliance Ambassadors based in North America. This role will collaborate with colleagues across the Ethics and Compliance team, as well as groups like Human Resources and Communications to develop ideas and content to reinforce ethics and compliance concepts within various internal channels. As a critical partner to the team’s global investigations lead, they may support periodic compliance investigations and leverage outcomes to highlight or drive program improvements. This role may require periodic travel to connect with leaders/employees or support the work outlined above.

What You’ll Do:

+ Act as a model and champion of Hertz Code of Conduct and company compliance policies.

+ Program-manage assigned compliance topics, including risk and stakeholder mapping with the intent of driving additional levels of maturity and effectiveness.

+ Collaborate on education and communications content and methods to routinely disseminate Hertz’s ethical principles, Code of Conduct, speak up/reporting avenues, compliance topics and policies.

+ Drive engagement and requests of Hertz Ethics and Compliance Ambassadors in North America.

+ Lead key initiatives or Ethics and Compliance-owned processes as needed (e.g., policy management, annual ethics survey, etc.)

+ Meet with leaders, business partners and employee groups across the company to reinforce this role as a trusted advisor.

+ Support the company’s investigations strategy and help lead or partner on select compliance cases, as needed.

+ Consult with Hertz CCO, attorneys and outside counsel as necessary to address difficult legal compliance issues.

+ Assist internal and external auditors in ethics and compliance reviews.

+ Other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For:

+ A bachelor’s degree in law, accounting, finance, or related field, or the equivalent of 7+ years’ experience in compliance, investigations, or audit, preferably in a global company or a law firm.

+ Strong knowledge of key compliance topics, such as anticorruption, economic/trade sanctions, fraud, antitrust, etc., including as regulatory requirements and compliance program management best practices.

+ Professional certification (CPA, CFE, CCEP) is preferred.

+ Exceptional analytical, problem solving, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills, with proven experience in conducting training sessions.

+ Demonstrated experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams to execute projects and corporate initiatives and achieve business objectives.

+ Ability to work independently and as part of a team, handle multiple projects, and prioritize effectively.

+ Ability to operate under highly confidential or even attorney-client privileged situations and show excellent professional judgment when communicating and operating in that environment.

+ Effective influencing and communication skills, including the ability to engage with senior executives.

+ Willingness to travel as required.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

What’s In It For You:

+ The starting salary is $135K; commensurate with experience.

+ Up to 40% off the base rate of any standard Hertz Rental

+ Paid Time Off

+ Medical, Dental & Vision plan options

+ Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching

+ Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance

+ Employee Assistance Program for employees & family

+ Educational Reimbursement & Discounts

+ Voluntary Insurance Programs - Pet, Legal/Identity Theft, Critical Illness

+ Perks & Discounts –Theme Park Tickets, Gym Discounts & more

The Hertz Corporation operates the Hertz, Dollar Car Rental, Thrifty Car Rental brands in approximately 9,700 corporate and franchisee locations throughout North America, Europe, The Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. The Hertz Corporation is one of the largest worldwide airport general use vehicle rental companies, and the Hertz brand is one of the most recognized in the world.

US EEO STATEMENT

At Hertz, we champion and celebrate a culture of diversity and inclusion. We take affirmative steps to promote employment and advancement opportunities. The endless variety of perspectives, experiences, skills and talents that our employees invest in their work every day represent a significant part of our culture – and our success and reputation as a company.

Individuals are encouraged to apply for positions because of the characteristics that make them unique.

EOE, including disability/veteran