legal & risk counsel, director.

The RD Director, Legal and Risk Counsel, Americas will be responsible for operational delivery of the contractual and compliance aspects of the organization’s offerings for talent services and managed solution services. As such, responsibilities include oversight, guidance and management for client, third party vendor, strategic enablement partner and intercompany affiliate contracts regarding business products, services, and processes for Randstad Digital’s services through a compliance framework to ensure they are executed in accordance with both internal and external regulatory requirements while minimizing contractual and delivery-based risk. This strategic role requires a deep understanding of risk management, contract law, and regulatory compliance to ensure that all contracts and operational practices mitigate legal risks while supporting the organization’s objectives. In partnership with the business and key stakeholders, continuously drives a strong culture of compliance and demonstrates integrity and professional judgment in protecting the interests of RD. The Director will lead a global, geographically dispersed team of legal and compliance professionals, driving a culture of integrity and accountability. This position supports the Head of Legal and Risk for the Americas in developing practices, policies and programs that will enhance the overall risk profile while amplifying growth for RD.

What you get to do:

• Lead a global, geographically dispersed team
• Assess risk for all aspects of the business lifecycle, from sales to contract development through completion of delivery. Identify potential legal and compliance risks in contracts and operations, developing strategies to mitigate these risks.
• Review contractual documentation that represents an interest and/or offer to conduct work (e.g., confidentially agreements, budgetary quotes, proposals, statements of work, change orders, master agreements, third party vendor agreements, intercompany affiliate agreements, etc.)
• Provide guidance and assistance to RD delivery teams when assessing and executing on clients’ requirements for a specific engagement including the identification, evaluation, understanding, management and communication of significant business risks
• Conduct audits of in-flight engagements so that any mitigation strategies that may be required are identified as early as possible and built into the methods for managing similarly situated engagements going forward
• Track work effort and compile monthly reports; enhance KPI reporting
• Create and/or update templates to support processing efficiencies and increase value associated with RD’s risk and contract framework and methodologies
• Assist with development and implementation of RD’s risk and contract management policies and procedures
• Assist with the identification and development of methods to identify and address emerging risks, including those driven by external factors, such as legal and regulatory changes and clients’ demands
• Collaborate with colleagues to gain a thorough understanding of capabilities, delivery models and areas of potential risk
• Collaborate with internal organizations to identify avenues to mitigate exposure associated with opportunities and/or new and/or existing engagements, (e.g., RUS Legal, Corporate Risk, Corporate Tax, Immigration, Credit, Safety, Insurance, etc.).
• Provide advice, consult with, and facilitate training programs for colleagues throughout the organization to enhance organizational risk and contract management knowledge, enable a risk intelligent culture and support more informed, risk-based decision-making
• Oversee the review and assessment of contracts and manage all risk concerns in accordance with enterprise compliance standards.
• Provide analysis of business impact for enacted laws/regulations and recommended company compliance actions to ensure regulatory compliance within scope of client contracts.
• Proactively identifies strategic and tactical regulatory solutions by providing compliance subject matter expertise for internal/external stakeholders.
• Able to navigate and resolve competing priorities, day-to-day critical risks and issues and mitigate associated challenges nimbly, autonomously and with tact.
• Manage workload to eliminate time-sensitive bottlenecks and efficiently meet internal and external client enforced deadlines and expectations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to conduct risk assessments and implement effective controls.
• Work to identify more efficient workflows managing and delivering small to large projects (often at the same time), and sometimes under daily timelines.
• Support the Heads of Legal and Risk for the Americas in the review, approval and execution of contracts with internal and external partners.
• Support the Heads of Legal and Risk for the Americas to identify more efficient workflows managing and delivering small to large projects (often at the same time) under time constraints including use of AI to increase efficiency.

What you need to bring:

• 4 Year / Bachelor’s Degree
• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school; and licensed by a state bar
• 10+ years Experience in contract management, compliance, or corporate law, with a focus on risk management. Proven track record of managing complex contracts and compliance programs in a corporate environment
  
• Proficiency using Google mail, calendaring and shared drives
• Thorough knowledge of the Information Technology Professional Services industry
• Experience leading a geographically dispersed team
• Experience in Information Technology industry or legal field OR two (2) years’ experience in a role with direct risk management activities
• Well versed in utilization of Microsoft Office Suite products, e.g., MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Well versed in utilization of Google platform, e.g., GMAIL, Google Docs, Google Sheets
• Strong leadership, consulting and interpersonal skills to build rapport and professionally interact at all levels
• Proven experience with conceptual thinking and analytical skills with the ability to analyze complex problems that include interrelationships and dependencies to identify common themes and solutions
• Strong knowledge of enterprise risk management frameworks and internal controls standards
• Experience with risk quantification and/or quantitative analysis preferred
• Demonstrated success in building consensus in cross functional settings
• High degree of initiative and self-motivation; ability to be flexible with priories
• High degree of personal and professional integrity and self-confidence
• Well-developed analytical, problem solving and communication skills, written and oral
• Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Can conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Expert knowledge of relevant industry regulations and regulatory compliance in a specific area
• Advanced knowledge of compliance laws, regulations and regulatory expectations
• Previous experience developing executive briefs and presenting to key internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively at all levels of management
• Demonstrated ability to work within a fast paced, dynamic environment, effectively prioritize and execute tasks

This job posting is open for 4 weeks.

Randstad offers competitive pay and bonus structures. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. Based on eligibility, a successful candidate's total compensation may include a variable pay plan including bonus(es) and/or commission(s). In setting compensation, Randstad complies with all local wage and hour laws and while the pay range listed above is an annual amount, non-exempt employees will be paid hourly and therefore receive the hourly equivalent.

In addition, Randstad, the largest global staffing leader, offers rich learning, professional development opportunities, a 401(k) plan, a stock purchase plan, an employee referral reward program, and comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance to uniquely fit your needs. Randstad also focuses on our employees' overall wellbeing with our award-winning wellness program, employee assistance program, a generous time off policy (including at least 18 paid days off in your first full year, 1 paid volunteer day, and 9 paid holidays), paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, a health and dependent care flexible spending account, Metlife home and auto insurance offerings, a Metlife legal plan offering, and offers discounts on everything from cell phone plans to car purchases.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

We are seeking candidates from all backgrounds and demographics and a variety of industries to join our winning team! Randstad is proud to be included in the prestigious "America's Best Employers for Women 2024" list. Randstad US has also been recognized as a 2024 Leading Disability Employer by the National Organization on Disability (NOD). At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact hrsupport@randstadusa.com.