Assistant General Counsel - Ethics & Compliance

Full-time

No

Summary:

- Textron is a global multi-industry company with a diverse portfolio and a strong presence worldwide.
- The company is seeking an Assistant General Counsel - Ethics & Compliance to join their team in Providence, RI.
- This role will serve as the subject matter expert on anti-corruption, anti-money laundering, and other compliance areas.
- The Assistant General Counsel will also conduct investigations and provide guidance to the global enterprise.
- The ideal candidate will have a law degree and experience working in a compliance function with an anti-corruption focus.
- This is a high-visibility role within the organization and offers opportunities for career development and relocation to other Textron locations worldwide.
- Textron values work-life balance and offers a variety of benefits, including an on-site fitness center, generous time off, and a culture that encourages engagement and mentorship.

Responsibilities:

- Plan and implement policies and processes for managing enterprise risk in areas of expertise.
- Conduct risk and program assessments across the global enterprise and implement new processes and procedures to address compliance gaps.
- Train, supervise, and provide guidance to the Global Anti-Corruption Compliance team and Business Unit compliance teams.
- Develop and deliver training on various compliance topics, with a focus on anti-corruption and third-party due diligence.
- Lead the Global Anti-Corruption Compliance Working Group and provide updates on enforcement trends and best practices.
- Coordinate and supervise due diligence for third-party intermediaries and review and negotiate agreements.
- Conduct anti-corruption due diligence for M&A transactions and integrate acquired businesses into the Ethics & Compliance Program.
- Assist businesses in addressing corrective actions in response to internal audit findings.
- Provide guidance to corporate offices worldwide on matters such as gifts, entertainment, and hospitality.
- Review and approve requests for gifts, hospitality, travel, and sponsorships in accordance with company policy.
- Investigate suspected policy violations and perform root cause analyses and training.
- Manage compliance vendors and supervise outside counsel.
- Develop proficiency in all compliance software platforms.
- Seek continuous improvement opportunities.
- Protect and maintain the privacy of employee and third-party intermediary records.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

- Law degree from an accredited institution.
- Admission in good standing to a State bar.
- Corporate or law firm experience as an attorney in a compliance function with an anti-corruption focus preferred.

Required Skills/Competencies:

- Personal commitment to ethical conduct and integrity.
- Strong analytical, investigatory, and research skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate with the law department in Providence.
- Superior judgment and business acumen.
- Negotiation skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Customer-service focus while maintaining compliance requirements.
- Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Strong organizational and management skills.

Other Desirable Skills/Competencies:

- Willingness to relocate for future career development opportunities.
- International experience.
- Language and cross-cultural communication skills.

Why Textron:

- Work-life balance and on-site fitness center.
- Generous time off and a culture that encourages engagement.
- Opportunities for mentorship and career development.
- Benefits such as 401K match, health, dental, and tuition reimbursement.

EEO Statement:

Textron is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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On-site fitness center, generous time off package, 401K match, health and dental insurance, tuition reimbursement, culture of engagement and mentorship.

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Risk management, Program assessment, Training, Supervision, Guidance, Policy development, Due diligence, M&A transactions, Contract negotiation, Vendor management, Root cause analysis, Compliance software proficiency, Privacy protection, Special projects.

Law degree from accredited institution.

Apply through Textron's website.

Qualification and Experience Law degree from accredited institution, Admission to State bar.

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