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Senior Legal Counsel, Ethics & Compliance
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Equinix
Who are we?
Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet. A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.
Job Summary
The One Legal team at Equinix is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel, Corporate (Ethics & Compliance) to support our global Ethics & Compliance Office. You will serve as a global expert in ethics and compliance programs reporting to the Head of Ethics & Compliance. In this role you will have the opportunity to shape and build the global ethics and compliance program to align to the company’s strategic growth objectives. This role can be based in Redwood City HQ, Dallas or Toronto offices.
Responsibilities
Maintain an in-depth understanding of our Code of Business Conduct, policies and procedures, as well as relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices
Assist with management of the Helpline, Conflicts of Interest portal, employee inquiries, and allegations of noncompliance
Support internal investigations and allegations of noncompliance, including triage/assignment, advising on and tracking remediations, and effective reporting
Work collaboratively with other members of the One Legal team to ensure all Equinix contracts (customer and supplier) contain appropriate compliance-related provisions
Support various Equinix cross-functional teams where Ethics and Compliance subject matter expertise is sought
Support and assist continuing improvement of global Ethics and Compliance Program, including risk assessment, education and awareness
Providing guidance to management and employees on a broad range of ethics and compliance topics
Successfully navigate competing workflows, set appropriate priorities with clients and deliver results within agreed timelines
Ability to develop and articulate risk-based solutions to challenging compliance issues
Willingness to develop new areas of expertise and solve problems.
Exercise mature and reliable judgment and skill related to compliance program elements, compliance investigations, and regulatory interpretation
Conduct other related activities and duties as assigned
Qualifications
JD or equivalent required
10+ years of relevant law firm or in-house experience highly preferred, with at least 2 years of focus on global compliance programs for large, US headquartered public corporations
Demonstrated experience building ethics and compliance programs grounded in US laws and regulatory guidance
Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills
Strong communication, leadership and organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to manage a demanding workload
Experience working in a culturally diverse and global company
Demonstrated high level of integrity, thoroughness, flexibility, initiative and teamwork
Familiarity with data centers, colocation, the telecommunications industries, or software products a plus
Active member in good standing in at least one state or provincial Bar association and the ability to practice in house in the jurisdiction of your primary office location
The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is:
United States - Redwood City Office: $198,000 - $298,000 USD / Annual
United States - Dallas Infomart Office: $177,000 - $265,000 USD / Annual
Canada - Toronto Office: $157,000 - $235,000 CAD / Annual
Equinix Benefits
As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible.
Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know.
Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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