What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate General Counsel, Compliance position at BambooHR?
Job Description
Job Description
Please Note : This is a Utah-based hybrid position which will require some regular in-office days each week. Additionally, employment with BambooHR is contingent on passing both a background and credit check.
We are seeking an experienced Associate General Counsel to join our legal team. This position will report to the Chief Legal Officer and play a key role in managing the company's legal matters, including regulatory compliance, employment law, cybersecurity, risk management and establishing a cross-functional GRC program. The ideal candidate will bring strong legal acumen, business-oriented thinking, and a collaborative approach to support the company's strategic objectives while ensuring adherence to legal and ethical standards.
As a member of the legal leadership team, you will be looked to lead in the following areas with the highest degree of effectiveness :
Mission and Values
BambooHR is driven by its mission of setting people free to do great work and our values inform how we work together to do just that. Your commitment to our mission and values–and particularly how you show up in demonstration of them–is paramount.
Running Your Function with Excellence
As a senior team member, you will be counted on to operate with expertise and excellence. You show up in a way that moves the needle on key company objectives and does so with low friction while maintaining a commitment to the highest standards.
Strategic Partnership
Serving as a true strategic partner to BambooHR's leadership and your peers will be one of the principal ways to succeed in this role.
Companywide Leadership
Lead from where you are" is one of our values. We're looking for you to not only bring credibility to this role with the right experience, but also show up in a way that team members see you as one who influences and inspires action.
Essential Job Duties
- Legal and Regulatory Compliance
Monitor and analyze emerging regulatory compliance risks, industry trends, and regulatory changes to ensure proactive risk mitigation
Partner with product, technology and legal teams to drive compliance across the company's product portfolio, including HRIS, payroll, benefits administration and more
In partnership with the procurement organization, develop, support and enhance vendor onboarding program and third-party risk management practices
Assist with legal counseling and dispute resolution associated with the company's employment practices, working with outside counsel as needed
Partner with internal departments, including finance, information technology, security, human resources, and operations, to deliver effective legal support
What You Need to Get the Job Done
What Will Make Us REALLY Love You
What You'll Love About Us
About Us
Our mission is simple : we want to set people free to do meaningful work. People love our software—and it turns out that people love working here too. We've been recognized as a "Best Company to Work For" and we're proud of our team for creating software that makes an impact in the lives of HR pros and employees all over the world.
BambooHR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process. If you would like to request accommodations, please let your recruiter know.
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