Title:
Director of Business Integrity
KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World.
KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives.
In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values:
We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential.
We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.
We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business.
We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed.
We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company.
We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals. Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce, approximately 38,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.
We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Director of Business Integrity to lead our Business Integrity and Anti-Corruption Compliance functions. This role is pivotal in upholding our ethical standards, managing investigations, and ensuring compliance with global anti-corruption laws. You will oversee a high-performing team and collaborate with senior leadership to drive a culture of integrity across the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and mentor a team of investigators, compliance specialists, and a senior anti-corruption attorney
Manage the company-wide confidential reporting program (hotline, email, and P.O. boxes)
Oversee investigations into alleged violations of the Code of Business Conduct and recommend appropriate remediation
Collaborate with HR and senior leadership on case outcomes and disciplinary actions
Maintain and oversee the Business Integrity case management system
Direct annual ethics training and targeted compliance education for employees
Manage the annual conflicts of interest certification process and ethics training recordkeeping
Conduct trend analysis and compliance data analytics to inform program improvements
Prepare regular reports for senior management, the Audit Committee, and the Board
Advise on Code of Business Conduct interpretation and compliance strategies
Provide legal guidance on ethics and compliance issues, including anti-corruption compliance matters
Oversee due diligence and approvals for high-risk third-party partners
Manage outside counsel on anti-corruption matters and investigations as needed
Promote an ethical culture through internal communications and external benchmarking
Qualifications and Skill Requirements
J.D. from an accredited law school; licensed to practice in Texas or another U.S. jurisdiction
15+ years of legal experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role
Deep expertise in anti-corruption laws, compliance, and investigations
In-house ethics and compliance experience strongly preferred
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills across all organizational levels
Strong writing skills for reports, summaries, and executive communications
Proven ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and integrity
Analytical mindset with the ability to synthesize complex issues quickly
Experience managing cross-functional teams and external counsel
Location: Houston, TX, or Washington, DC metro area (Hybrid)
Department: Corporate Legal
Reports To: VP Legal / Chief Compliance Officer
Team: 3 Investigators, 1 Sr. Attorney (Anti-Corruption), 2 Compliance Specialists
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
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Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
