Counsel, Global Ethics and Compliance

Overview

A global consumer products company is seeking a Counsel, Global Ethics & Compliance to join their Legal Department. This role reports to the Associate General Counsel, Global Ethics & Compliance and offers a strong growth opportunity for a dynamic attorney to support and enhance the organization's global ethics and compliance program.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal and strategic support for the global ethics and compliance program.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the ethics and compliance initiatives.
• Coordinate governance structures, policies, procedures, and processes related to business ethics and legal compliance, including the Code of Conduct and Supplier Code of Conduct.
• Identify emerging legal and compliance risks and collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks through policy development, process improvements, and education.
• Oversee investigations, reporting, and resolution of compliance issues via the company’s HelpLine; update investigation best practices, reporting, remediation protocols, and record-keeping.
• Partner with business colleagues to ensure risk oversight of third-party relationships such as customers, suppliers, and intermediaries.
• Provide legal support for social compliance initiatives, including supply chain compliance and due diligence.
• Lead ethics and compliance training, outreach, and internal engagement campaigns.
• Advise on compliance topics including anti-corruption, conflicts of interest, economic and trade sanctions, fair competition, modern slavery, and whistleblowing.
• Prepare reports on compliance risk assessments, key issues, and program effectiveness.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate from a U.S. accredited law school with active U.S. Bar membership.
• 6-8 years of relevant experience at a large law firm and/or publicly traded company, including handling complex, cross-border compliance issues and internal investigations.
• Knowledge of laws related to ethics and compliance such as anti-corruption, trade sanctions, and whistleblowing.
• Ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical business advice.
• Proven discretion and confidentiality.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to build positive relationships with senior management and legal colleagues and influence outcomes.
• Global mindset with experience working virtually with international teams.
• Strong organizational skills, sound judgment, initiative, and ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Compliance certification such as CCEP or equivalent.
• Experience with ethics and compliance technology platforms.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: USD $129,000 to $177,300 per year.
• Actual salary will depend on experience, role tenure, internal peer salaries, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health and welfare insurance, parental leave, paid time off, and retirement savings plans.

Location

Flexible working arrangements are supported wherever possible, reflecting the global nature of the organization and its teams.