Governance risk & compliance specialist

Job category

IT&S

Experience level

Intermediate

Relocation available

This role is eligible for relocation within country

Job type

Professionals

Travel required

Up to 10% travel should be expected with this role

Job code

RQ107985

You will work with

This is an IT compliance specialist role in bp’s global Digital Compliance team.

The DGRC organisation fosters a culture of transparency, accountability, and trust by promoting good governance, effective risk management, and regulatory compliance. These capabilities help bp balance security with usability, optimize technology investments, and proactively counter cyber threats.

Let me tell you about the role

As part of the digital compliance team, you are responsible for delivering key aspects of the global IT compliance program including IT SOx (Sarbanes Oxley). You will provide advice to digital teams on compliance requirements and IT controls, support them as they operate their services, assess projects and changes to identify compliance risks, support them through external audits and advise on remediation.

What you will deliver

• Enable the delivery of the IT compliance program
• Advise on compliance management, audit and testing approach for IT SOx and other compliance programs
• Support technology teams through projects and changes as required to identify and manage compliance risks
• Highlight and deliver continuous improvement initiatives, with a focus on how we can use AI and automation to improve effectiveness and efficiency of controls
• Establish relationships with and monitor performance of key digital partners

What you will need to be successful (experience and qualifications)

Education

You’ll have a tertiary level education and/or equivalent relevant work experience.

Experience

• Experience in a similar governance, risk and compliance role for a large-scale organisation
• Hands on experience, knowledge and understanding of IT controls including SOx
• Delivery of compliance, audit or testing programs
• Experience forming effective and collaborative partnerships with other digital teams

Leadership and EQ:

• Uphold bp's code of conduct and values
• Promote strong team ethics based on doing the right thing
• Able to apply judgment and common sense – you use insight and good judgment to inform actions and respond to situations as they arise
• Naturally look beyond own area to consider the bigger picture and/or perspective of others
• Self-aware and able to recognize and manage your impact on others.
• Cultural fluency – you operate across cultural boundaries with sensitivity.

About bp

bp is a global energy business with a purpose to reimagine energy for people and our planet. We aim to be a very different kind of energy company by 2030, helping the world reach net zero and improving people’s lives. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Join bp and become part of the team building our future!

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.

Elevate your career while being rewarded.

Pay

bp offers competitive pay in line with industry standards, making us an employer of choice.

Discretionary bonus

We offer discretionary bonuses to reward strong company, business unit and individual performance, and to recognize long service and commitment to the organization.

Travel

bp provides travel-related benefits like company cars for some roles, designed to ease your commute. We also provide transport to and from the office in some locations, including for nightshift workers.

Retirement, savings & insurance

There are a range of discretionary retirement, savings and insurance benefits available to help provide you and your family with financial security.

Our innovative Energize recognition points programme and spot awards translate exceptional performance into tangible rewards, to motivate our high performers.

Disclaimer

This is a high-level summary only of terms and current discretionary benefits applicable to certain roles. Some rewards, benefits and policies are at managers’ discretion and vary depending on where you work within the business. All terms subject to contract and all discretionary benefits subject to policy and eligibility.