Associate General Counsel, Global Ethics & Compliance Program

Confidential

Washington, DC

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Acquisition Integration, Attorney, Change Management, Communication Skills, Corporate Compliance, Financial Services, Incident Response, Interpersonal Skills, Legal, Legal Support Skills, Maintain Compliance, Monitor Regulations, Process Management, Project/Program Management, Regulations, Risk Management Framework (RMF), Securities, Team Player
LOCATION
Washington, DC
POSTED
2 days ago

Associate General Counsel, Global Ethics & Compliance ProgramAbout the CompanyWell-known securities exchange & financial services platformIndustryFinancial ServicesTypePublic CompanyFounded1971Employees1001-5000CategoriesB2BAbout NasdaqBusinessCorporate Financial ResearchEconomicsExchangesFOREXFinanceIPOsInc.NASDAQNasdaq's Corporate WebsiteNasdaq-listedStocks and BondsTechnologyFinancial ServicesMarket ResearchBrokerageSoftwareSoftware Development & DesignSpecialtiestechnology solutionsfinancial marketsglobal tradingequitiesmarket technologymarket servicesfixed incomederivativescorporate solutionsglobal index serviceslisting servicesnasdaq marketsiteand nasdaq marketsiteBusiness ClassificationsB2BAbout the RoleThe Company is seeking an Associate General Counsel to play a key role in its global ethics and compliance program. The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide range of activities, including program structuring, regulatory monitoring, anti-financial crime program, ethics program, diligence and integration of acquisitions, and incident investigation and response. This role requires a creative and adaptable attorney with enterprise-wide corporate compliance experience, particularly in the context of a global technology organization. The Associate General Counsel will be involved in maintaining and improving compliance programs, managing regulatory change processes, and integrating compliance into the company's risk management frameworks. They will also serve as primary legal advisors on various initiatives, represent compliance in company-wide activities, and provide legal support for incidents and ad hoc requests.The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of legal practice, with a broad range of experience across different subject matter areas. While not all areas are required, experience in compliance program structuring, technology regulation, sanctions/export control, anti-corruption, corporate ethics, and incident response is highly valued. The role demands a professional with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a collaborative approach, and the ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders. A JD from an accredited US law school and admission to practice law in at least one US state or the District of Columbia is essential. The company is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives and experiences are valued.Hiring Manager TitleChief Compliance OfficerFunctionsLegal

About the Company

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American Equity Mortgage, Inc., is one of the nation’s leading mortgage lenders with a proven history of success. For 20 years we have held integrity, leadership, strength and stability making us highly respected in the industry, as well as throughout the communities we serve. We are committed to our customers by specializing in helping people save money through mortgage refinancing, debt consolidation, and home purchase loans. Our employees are continually growing with our ongoing, coaching culture, training and support along with upward mobility promoting from within our organization. Our commitment to helping others carries into social responsibility to support, assist and empower communities with our private foundation known as AEM Cares, along with our corporate giving program to help and enable charitable causes nationwide reach their goals.
COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
WEBSITE
https://www.americanequity.com