International Compliance Counsel

1 day ago

San Francisco, California, United States ACC - Association of Corporate Counsel Full time
Job Title: Counsel, International Compliance

Earthjustice is seeking a highly skilled Counsel, International Compliance to join our team. As a key member of our Office of the General Counsel, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the organization's risk assessment and legal compliance.

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced attorney with a strong background in international law and compliance. The successful candidate will provide legal advice and guidance on a wide range of risk and compliance matters, including international legal and ethical compliance, foreign domestic law compliance, data security, data privacy, anti-corruption, and labor and employment law.

Responsibilities:
  • Research and analyze international laws, foreign domestic laws, and regulations applicable to the organization's activities.
  • Provide legal advice and guidance on compliance matters, including international legal and ethical compliance, foreign domestic compliance, data security, data privacy, anti-corruption, and labor and employment law.
  • Develop and implement compliance policies, procedures, training, and management programs.
  • Oversee the process of partnering on the development, implementation, management, monitoring, and evaluation of risk assessment programs.
  • Ensure appropriate risk assessment and mitigation measures are built into key partnerships alongside internal and external stakeholders.
  • Conduct compliance audits and assessments to identify and address potential risks.
  • Monitor and report on compliance trends and developments.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of compliance training for staff.
  • Work with the General Counsel in compliance-related investigations, audits, and legal proceedings.
  • Collaborate with colleagues in other departments to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
  • Work actively with other staff across Earthjustice to ensure collaboration across the organization's domestic and international work and to ensure strategic alignment of Earthjustice's advocacy inside and outside the United States.
  • Promote an inclusive work environment and model inclusive behaviors.
Qualifications:
  • Attorney with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) or equivalent non-U.S. law degree from an accredited law school, with at least 5 years of litigation or other relevant experience in a non-U.S. country or in international law.
  • Understanding of and experience with advocacy and litigation in both common law and civil law frameworks and with the conditions and challenges related to environmental and human rights protection in the Global South.
  • Understanding of global threats and risks, and of international tools, forums, and processes that seek to address these.
  • Excellent research and analytical skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Problem solving, risk analysis, and project management skills.
What We Offer:

Earthjustice offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits that are comprehensive and competitive. The salary is dependent on location and experience.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with teams outside the United States, along with a preferred professional fluency in at least one language in addition to English.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences.

Please submit your application materials via Jobvite by October 16th, 2024 to be considered. We look forward to hearing from you

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