- Location
- Plano, TX
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Legal
- Seniority
- Manager
- Education
- Bachelor
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- AcquireTM
Description
POSITION SUMMARY/PURPOSE
The Sr. Manager, Legal and Compliance is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the organization's trade compliance framework, regulatory compliance program, corporate policies and procedures, and compliance governance structure. This role serves as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on regulatory risks, trade compliance obligations, ethics, governance, and operational compliance matters. The position ensures compliance programs support business objectives while mitigating legal, regulatory, financial, and reputational risk.
KEY JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
EDUCATION
- Bachelor's degree in a related field and either a Juris Doctor, legal studies background, paralegal certification, or significant experience in legal administration and contract management.
Seven (7) or more years of progressive experience in compliance, legal administration, trade compliance, regulatory affairs, risk management, governance, or related functions.
Technical Skill Requirements: Compliance program development; policy and procedure governance; risk assessment; internal controls; investigations; audit support; trade and customs compliance; executive reporting.
Microsoft office proficiency
Other Requirements: Experience interacting with executive leadership, regulatory authorities, external legal counsel, auditors, and business stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting manufacturing, automotive, supply chain, logistics, or multinational organizations.
- Relevant compliance, trade, customs, risk, governance, or ethics certification, if applicable.
- Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP) or equivalent.
COMPETENCIES
1. Results-Driven Execution & Workload Management
2. Clear & Purposeful Communication
3. Strategic & Operational Leadership
4. People Leadership & Talent Development
5. Set the Tone at the Top – Ethical Leadership & Organizational Integrity
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Constantly: Remaining in a stationary position, operating a computer keyboard, mouse, or similar input device, Reading and interpreting information in printed and electronic formats, using visual acuity sufficient to inspect work, read information, and safely perform job duties, communicating and exchange information through in-person, telephone, video, or other communication methods, exchanging and receiving information effectively, including responding to verbal instructions, alarms, or other workplace communications, using hands and fingers to operate equipment, tools, keyboards, controls, and other work-related devices, operating job-related equipment, machinery, tools, technology, and systems as required by the position
- Frequent: Overtime as business needs require
- Occasionally: Walk throughout the facility, Move about the work area, Ascend / descend stairs, Position self to access equipment, materials, or work areas, including kneeling, crouching, or crawling as required, Bend and stoop to access materials or equipment, Reach in all directions, including above shoulder level and below waist level, Lift and/or carry up to 10 pounds, Differentiate colors when required for the job, Operate a motor vehicle for business purposes, Operate a motor vehicle for business purposes, Domestic overnight travel, International travel, On-call or after-hours support as business needs require
WORK CONDITIONS
- Office environment (onsite)
- Hybrid work environment (subject to change per company policies)
- Manufacturing environment (onsite as needed)
- Warehouse / distribution environment- Non-Climate Controlled (onsite as needed)
- Laboratory / testing environment (onsite as needed)
- Exposure to moderate noise levels
- Personal protective equipment required (as needed)
- Driving required
COMPLIANCE AND EMPLOYMENT STATEMENTS
Equal Employment Opportunity: DENSO TEN AMERICA Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Reasonable Accommodation: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Accommodation requests will be reviewed through the interactive process in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.
Disclaimer: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications, or working conditions. DENSO TEN AMERICA Limited reserves the right to assign, reassign, modify, or remove duties and responsibilities at any time, with or without notice, consistent with applicable law.