Ethics Officer Mr Price Group at Mr Price Group

Job Description

• We are seeking a principled and analytically driven Ethics Officer to support the Group Compliance & Ethics Officer in fostering and embedding a strong culture of ethics and integrity within the Mr Price Group. This role is central to driving ethical practices and ensuring adherence to the Code of Conduct across the organisation, while engaging with internal and external stakeholders on ethics matters.

Responsibilities
Ethics Management

• Drive adherence to the Code of Conduct and all applicable supplementary policies within the group.
• Liaise with and have oversight of  the conflicts of interest system with external provider and provide accurate and timely reports as required.
• Address non-compliance with the Code of Conduct, including supporting minor forensic investigations to resolve issues effectively.
• Manage declarations of interests, conflicts of interest, and gift disclosures, including maintaining accurate registers with HR.

Training & Development

• Prepare and deliver ethics training, including the development of relevant training materials.

Policy Management

• Drive the development, implementation, and review of ethics policies and procedures to ensure alignment with Group values, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

Reporting & Governance

• Contribute to compiling ethics reports for divisional and main board meetings as required.
• Execute administrative duties related to ethics management and support ad hoc projects as assigned.
• Ensure all queries are handled and resolved efficiently, with agreed turnaround times met and a high standard of accuracy.
• Liaise with and submit reports to regulatory bodies.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise and collaborate with other Divisions (Finance, Risk) on ethics matters where required.
• Convey information to internal and external stakeholders, influencing adherence to governance and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Law, or a related field
• Certified Ethics Officer from The Ethics Institute of SA (EOCP)
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in an ethics role, or related field such as forensic investigations
• Experience within the retail and/or financial services sectors will be advantageous
• Specialist knowledge and analytical skills regarding business ethics, ethics principles and processes
• Ability to effectively communicate complex or sensitive information and influence stakeholders both within and outside the organisation
• High level of diplomacy, discretion, and sensitivity in communication