Regulatory Compliance Counsel

Overview

A legal services organization is seeking a Regulatory Compliance Counsel to support Fortune 500 clients. This role involves managing internal investigations, conducting risk assessments, and designing practical compliance solutions that integrate with business operations. The counsel will collaborate with senior leadership and business teams to ensure effective compliance programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal investigations into potential violations of law, policy, and ethical standards, including employment issues and anti-bribery/anti-corruption (FCPA) matters.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop actionable strategies to mitigate compliance, regulatory, and reputational risks.
• Build, implement, and enhance the ethics and compliance program, including policy management, training, third-party due diligence, hotline administration, and reporting to senior leadership.
• Provide practical legal advice and guidance on regulatory and compliance matters to business leaders, HR, and operations teams.
• Oversee responses to regulatory inquiries, disclosures, and enforcement actions as required.
• Partner with key stakeholders to integrate compliance practices into business processes and decision-making.
• Monitor emerging legal, regulatory, and enforcement trends and recommend proactive updates to compliance strategies.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in ethics and compliance, investigations, or regulatory enforcement, gained in a law firm, in-house legal department, or government agency.
• Expertise in the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), anti-corruption programs, employment investigations, and third-party risk management.
• Active license to practice law in the United States and in good standing.
• Prior experience engaging with the Department of Justice (DOJ), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), or other enforcement agencies is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated total compensation for full-time attorney roles ranges from $104,500 to $325,000 per year.
• Compensation for non-attorney roles ranges from $71,250 to $309,750 per year.
• Compensation decisions are based on factors including experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs.
• Employees may be eligible for benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays and paid time off; flexible work arrangements; and professional development opportunities.

Location

• This role supports clients primarily in North America but may involve collaboration across multiple regions.

Additional Information

• The employer is an equal opportunity organization committed to diversity and prohibits discrimination or harassment based on legally protected characteristics.
• Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for individuals with disabilities during the recruitment process.
• Employment may be contingent upon successful background checks, proof of identity, and legal authorization to work.
• The organization complies with fair chance hiring laws and considers qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.