Highlights
With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are. Reporting to the Regional Compliance Manager, the Compliance Specialist works closely with cross‑functional stakeholders to help ensure that compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls are implemented consistently and operate effectively in practice.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Highland Heights, Kentucky |
| Industry | Manufacturing - Other |
| Salary | $70,000–$104,000 |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Year Founded | 1879 |
| Website | https://www.prysmiangroup.com/en/careers/what-we-offer/sell-it-program |
Description
Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the company manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.
We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us.
Position Overview:
The Compliance Specialist to support the effective design, implementation, and continuous improvement of its global compliance program. This role contributes to the Company’s ability to prevent, detect, and respond to compliance risks by supporting risk‑based controls, monitoring activities, training initiatives, and investigations.
Reporting to the Regional Compliance Manager, the Compliance Specialist works closely with cross‑functional stakeholders to help ensure that compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls are implemented consistently and operate effectively in practice. The role supports Prysmian Group’s commitment to ethical conduct, regulatory compliance, and a strong culture of integrity across North America and globally.
Role and Responsibilities:
Compliance Program Support:
- Maintain a working knowledge of Prysmian Group compliance policies and procedures, including antitrust, anti‑corruption, conflicts of interest, ethics, and related regulatory requirements.
- Support the implementation and maintenance of compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Assist in translating compliance expectations into practical, business‑ready guidance.
Risk Assessment, Monitoring & Controls:
- Support compliance risk assessments by assisting with risk identification and documentation.
- Assist in monitoring and testing compliance controls, including site audits, third‑party reviews, and project‑based assessments.
- Help evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of compliance controls.
- Support tracking of remediation actions and preparation of compliance reporting.
Training & Communications:
- Assist in the development and delivery of compliance training and awareness initiatives.
- Support tailored training programs on Helpline, antitrust, anti‑bribery, and related topics.
- Promote awareness of compliance expectations and ethical decision‑making.
Investigations & Issue Management:
- Support ethics and compliance investigations, including Helpline matters, in accordance with corporate policies.
- Assist with documentation, evidence handling, and issue tracking.
Regulatory Monitoring & Continuous Improvement:
- Monitor regulatory developments and support compliance impact assessments.
- Participate in special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
Travel:
- Domestic and international travel of approximately 25–40% annually.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience.
- 2–5 years of experience in compliance, risk management, internal audit, legal, or related functions.
- Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Preferred:
- Fluent in Spanish and/or French
- Experience supporting global compliance programs and related systems.
- Familiarity with DOJ or ISO‑aligned compliance frameworks.
- Exposure to audits, investigations, or third‑party risk management.
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Our company will never:
- Ask for payment, fees, or financial information at any stage of the recruitment process.
- Request passwords, banking details, or copies of personal identification via email or text.
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If you believe you have been contacted regarding a fraudulent job offer or are unsure about the authenticity of a message, please contact us directly at
narecruiting@prysmian.com
.Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.
All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian’s commitments.
Your application data will be treated according to our Data Protection Policy. If you believe you require assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at
talent.mobility@prysmiangroup.com
.Benefits
Paid Sick Days, Parking, Prescription Drug Coverage, Professional Development, 401K, Stock Options, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Life Insurance
About Company
Prysmian is world leader of the energy and telecom cables and systems industry, with some 19,000 employees across 50 countries worldwide.
Prysmian Group operates 10 plants in North America serving the telecom and energy markets. The Group consists of Prysmian and Draka, two of the strongest and most respected commercial brands in the industry, whose highly complementary products and services meet the needs for two distinct sectors: Telecom Cables & Systems produces optical fibers, optical cables and connectivity for video, data and voice transmission. Prysmian Group has two fiber optic manufacturing facilities in the United States covering 1.5 million square feet, including the only co-located fiber and cable facility in North America.
In our energy business, we design and produce cables and systems for the transmission and distribution of low, medium, high and extra high voltage systems. In 2009, Prysmian built the only Vertical Continuous Vulcanization line in North America in the Abbeville, SC plant. This facility is used to produce insulated high voltage cables. In addition, the group has a manufacturing facility in Prescott, Ontario to meet Canada’s power cabling needs.
A key factor in managing the Group's business is attention to sustainable development and the environment. As part of its activities, the Prysmian Group is involved in implementing management and production processes which help improve environmental sustainability and safety at work, in accordance with the guidelines of its HSE policy.