Assistant General Counsel - Ethics & Compliance

Textron is a renowned global multi-industry company with a diverse portfolio spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care, and fuel systems. Our brand lineup includes leading names like Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat, and many others. With a strong worldwide presence and a workforce of 35,000 individuals across 25 countries, we prioritize attracting top talent.

Job Summary

This is a great opportunity to join Textron as an Assistant General Counsel. The Assistant General Counsel - Compliance is a member of Textron’s Ethics & Compliance Team located at its global headquarters in Providence, Rhode Island.

This position serves as Textron’s anti-corruption, anti-money laundering, conflict of interest, human trafficking, forced labor and child labor subject matter expert. The Assistant General Counsel also conducts investigations and is engaged in other compliance activities. This is a high-visibility role in the organization.

Responsibilities

1. Plan and implement the policies and processes used to manage enterprise risk in the areas of subject matter expertise.
2. Conduct risk and program assessments across the Textron global enterprise and implement new processes and procedures to fill identified compliance gaps.
3. Train, supervise and provide guidance to Textron’s Global Anti-Corruption Compliance team and provide subject matter expertise support and guidance to Business Unit compliance teams.
4. Develop and deliver training on various topics for Corporate and Business Unit personnel, with special emphasis on the Global Anti-Corruption Compliance Policy and the third-party due diligence process.
5. Lead Textron’s Global Anti-Corruption Compliance Working Group and provide regular updates on enforcement trends and best practices to the Working Group.
6. Coordinate and supervise the due diligence vetting of all third-party intermediaries and review, draft and negotiate agreement with Textron intermediaries.
7. Conduct anti-corruption due diligence activities in connection with M&A transactions and integrate acquired businesses into Textron’s Ethics & Compliance Program.
8. Assist Textron businesses in addressing any corrective actions required in response to internal audit findings.
9. Provide guidance to the Textron Corporate offices worldwide on a variety of matters including gifts, meals, entertainment, and hospitality.
10. Review and approve requests to provide gifts, hospitality, travel, charitable contributions, and sponsorships as required by Textron policy.
11. Investigate suspected policy violations as directed by the Executive Counsel and perform in-depth root cause analyses and training.
12. Manage, negotiate, and contract with compliance vendors.
13. Supervise and direct outside counsel.
14. Develop proficiency in, and conduct training on, all compliance software platforms.
15. Seek continuous improvement opportunities.
16. Protect and maintain the privacy of employee personnel and third-party intermediary records including, but not limited to, personal and compensation information about employees.
17. Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned.

Education/Experience

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

Required Skills/Competencies

1. Personal commitment to ethical conduct and integrity.
2. Strong analytical, investigatory and research skills.
3. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
4. Ability to collaboratively work in an office environment with our law department in Providence.
5. Superior judgment and business acumen with respect to complex matters.
6. Negotiation skills.
7. Strong interpersonal skills.
8. Keen customer-service focus while maintaining ability to hold the line on compliance requirements when necessary.
9. Superior problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
10. Strong organizational skills – ability to prioritize tasks.
11. Management skills.

Other Desirable Skills/Competencies

1. Open to relocating for future career development opportunities within Textron Business Unit locations worldwide.
2. International experience.
3. Language and cross-cultural communication skills.

WHY TEXTRON?

Textron puts a high value on work-life balance. We have an on-site fitness center where you can partake in 1:1 personal training, take classes or workout with fellow co-workers. We offer a generous time off package as well as a culture that encourages engagement. Getting involved in ERG’s and fun workplace activities makes the work more meaningful and fun!

Our team is dedicated to supporting new members and we have a broad mix of levels and tenures that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. A generous 401K match, health, dental, tuition reimbursement and more.

Join Textron today and be part of a dynamic team driving innovation, creativity, and collaboration!

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, 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.

Recruiting Company

Textron Inc.

Primary Location

US-Rhode Island-Providence

Job Field

Legal

Schedule

Full-time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Experienced

Shift

First Shift

Worksite

Onsite

Job Posting

01/09/2024, 11:13:09 AM