Compliance & Ethics Officer - Automotive Business

SKF has been around for more than a century and today we are one of the world’s largest global suppliers of bearings and supporting solutions for rotating equipment. Our products can be found everywhere in society, making us an essential part of everyday life for people and companies worldwide.

In September of 2024, SKF announced the separation of its Automotive business, to build two world-leading businesses. The role you are applying for will be part of the automotive business. This means you will have the opportunity to be a part of shaping a new company aimed at meeting the needs of the transforming global automotive market.

Would you like to join us in shaping the future of motion?

Compliance & Ethics Officer
- Automotive Business

About the Role
We are strengthening SKF Automotive’s Compliance & Ethics function and are looking for a highly motivated Compliance & Ethics Officer to join our team. While you will have a particular responsibility for administering and managing the whistleblowing channel and leading and coordinating investigations, this is a broad and impactful role with significant opportunity to shape and influence all aspects of the company’s global Compliance & Ethics Program.

You will play a key role in the continuous development and implementation of the Compliance & Ethics Program.

In this role, you will get the chance to work closely with senior stakeholders and contribute directly to building a strong culture of ethics and compliance.

What you can expect in the role

• Administrate and manage the global whistleblowing channel, coordinate whistleblowing investigations, and train local investigators across the organization.
• Develop, manage, and support group-wide compliance risk assessments, including planning, execution, follow-up, and reporting.
• Develop and maintain policies, directives, and other governing documents within the Compliance & Ethics Program.
• Design and deliver e-learning and face-to-face training to strengthen awareness and competence across the group.
• Monitor, track, and report on the implementation of the Compliance & Ethics Program elements across the group.
• Provide day-to-day advice and guidance to the organization on compliance-related matters.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and development of tools, processes, and methodologies within the Compliance & Ethics function, including exploring the possibility of making processes more efficient by automation and the use of digital/AI tools.

 
You will enjoy working here if you have 

To succeed in this role, we believe you are a structured, analytical, and collaborative compliance professional who enjoys working broadly and pragmatically in a business-oriented environment. You are curious and have a willingness to learn and develop, both yourself and the Compliance & Ethics function.

Education and experience

• Master’s degree in Law (or equivalent legal background).
• Several years of broad compliance experience, preferably in a global manufacturing company or similarly complex international environment.

Skills and knowledge 

• Strong understanding of key compliance areas such as anti-corruption, antitrust, export controls, sanctions, privacy, and human rights.
• Proven ability to develop policies, training materials, and compliance tools.
• Experience with risk assessments, managing whistleblowing channels, and conducting whistleblowing investigations.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex topics clearly and engagingly.
• High level of integrity, sound judgment, and the ability to handle confidential matters with discretion.
• Proactive mindset and willingness to take on a wide variety of tasks in a small, dynamic team.
• Proficiency in business English, including both written and verbal communication.

What we offer

• A broad, impactful role with significant opportunity to shape and influence the company’s global Compliance & Ethics Program.
• The chance to work closely with senior stakeholders and contribute directly to building a strong culture of ethics and compliance.
• A collaborative environment where your expertise will make a difference.
• Professional development within an international and values-driven organization.

Some additional information
The position will be located in Gothenburg, Sweden. Employment will be on a local contract, and therefore, you need to live in the region and be able to commute to our site several days per week. You will report to the Chief Compliance & Ethics Officer, Lisa Ejelöv.

For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Martin Andersson, Recruitment Expert, at martin.n.andersson@skf.com

Is this you?
If the answer is yes, submit your application with a CV in English no later than April 5, 2026. We review applications continuously throughout the process, so don’t wait to apply. Please note that we can't accept applications via email or LinkedIn. 

At SKF, we are committed to promoting fairness and inclusivity throughout our recruitment process. To achieve this, we may include assessments and verify the information in your application in compliance with country-specific laws and regulations. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the recruiter.