Counsel, Compliance

Job Description

Responsibilities
Role Purpose
The Counsel, Compliance will advise on a variety of legal/regulatory matters, and play a pivotal role in driving management of global Compliance initiatives, including design, implementation and maintenance of policies, systems, analytics and other controls. The Counsel will work collaboratively with stakeholders across the Global Compliance Team, Legal Department, business units, and other functions, including Human Resources, Finance, and Internal Audit, to provide expertise and guidance on compliance risks, and to support implementation of and enhance the Compliance Program. This position reports to the VP, Deputy Chief Compliance Officer.
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Responsibilities:
• Provide sound, practical legal/regulatory advice to internal clients, including News and Sports business units, regarding compliance with applicable laws and company policies in connection with a range of transactions and matters.
• Support the design, implementation and maintenance of key global compliance initiatives, including risk assessment, policies, metrics, communications, monitoring, and investigation oversight, to support a best-in-class Compliance program.
• Lead investigation and evaluation of allegations of non-compliance, and drive implementation of remedial and preventive action as necessary.
• Partner with global Compliance Team and other stakeholders to help develop, implement, communicate and maintain legal and compliance policies and procedures.
• Conduct comprehensive business risk assessments for relevant business units to identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; develop/implement risk mitigation and corrective action plans.
• Coordinate with others in the Legal Department and Business Unit Lawyers to anticipate and understand changing business models and to develop corresponding processes to ensure compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
• Engage with Comcast's Corporate Compliance function and other key stakeholders on enterprise-wide compliance initiatives.

Qualifications/Requirements
Basic Qualifications
• A minimum of 4 years in-house experience, service in a top tier law firm and/or relevant government position.
• A law degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Must be a member in good standing of the State Bar of New York or member in good standing of another State Bar and registered as in-house counsel.
• Knowledge of compliance mandates and regulatory bodies critical to a publicly-traded, global company.
• Substantive regulatory compliance experience, including but not limited to, Political Activities/Pay to Play, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), Trade Controls/Sanctions, Conflicts of Interest, Gifts and Business Entertainment, Government Contracts, or other areas
• Knowledge of operational, financial, quality assurance and human resource procedures, including experience with compliance training and internal communications.

Eligibility Requirements:
• Must be willing to work in New York, New York.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization in the United States.
• Must submit an attestation disclosing your COVID-19 vaccination status and, if partially or fully vaccinated, submitting your vaccination record no later than 7 days following commencement of employment.
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at the commencement of employment or must undergo regular COVID-19 testing if Company determines your job position requires accessing an NBCUniversal worksite.
• Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols.

Desired Characteristics

Desired Characteristics
• Strong academic credentials.
• Outstanding analytic, communication and organizational skills.
• Experience in a large, fast moving corporate environment.
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Ability to identify, prioritize and resolve issues quickly and effectively.
• Ability to approach complex legal scenarios in a thoughtful and analytical fashion.
• Ability to explain complex legal concepts, build consensus, think creatively, and partner with clients to address business needs.
• Ability to build relationships across a large organization.
• Exposure to internal investigation processes, government investigations, and/or experience in the white-collar crimes practice area.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gwe60j-3-14-6-194-42 in your application.