Legal department manager job description

Manage and enhance the enterprise -wide Anti- Bribery and Anti- Corruption (ABAC) compliance program for a fortune 200 company with some of the most iconic brands! Have a bachelor's degree? Have six plus years' experience in compliance, audit, law, risk management or related fields? If so, we want to speak with you!
We are currently seeking a
Manager, Compliance & Legal
to join our team in
Richmond, VA.
or we are
open to remote work arrangements.


What you'll be doing:

• Supports in-house counsel in maintaining a robust ABAC compliance program; manages ABAC policies and procedures; assists with periodic enterprise bribery risk assessments; assists in-house counsel with identifying and analyzing ABAC issues as they relate to the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, UK Bribery Act, and other applicable ABAC laws.
• Provides oversight and monitoring of third-party bribery risks; conducts due diligence to identify bribery and corruption risk, including reviews of vendors; conducts employee training.
• Assists in the organization of, and provides responses to, compliance testing, internal audit, and regulatory examinations when applicable.
• Responsible for the preparation of status reports of program initiatives, activities, and compliance issues for senior management.

What we want you to have:

• Bachelor's degree
• 6+ years of previous experience in compliance, audit, law, risk management or related fields; ABAC-related experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently, use independent judgment and analyze risk.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including a strong mastery of the English language.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask on several projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and willingness to proactively engage senior management on compliance-related activities.
• Willingness to assume additional responsibilities and commitment to personal and professional growth.
In addition to the opportunity to apply and develop your skills toward key business objectives, we offer an excellent compensation package including a competitive base salary, comprehensive health/vision/dental insurance, participation in our deferred profit sharing and incentive compensation programs as well as a relocation assistance package.
Company Overview
Altria has a leading portfolio of tobacco products for U.S. tobacco consumers age 21+. Altria's Vision through 2030 is to responsibly lead the transition of adult smokers to a non-combustible future. Altria is Moving Beyond Smoking™, leading the way in moving adult smokers away from cigarettes by taking action to transition millions to potentially less harmful choices - believing it is a substantial opportunity for adult tobacco consumers, Altria's businesses and society. Altria's wholly owned subsidiaries include the most profitable tobacco companies in their categories: Philip Morris USA Inc. (PM USA), U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company LLC (USSTC), and John Middleton Co. (Middleton). Altria's smoke-free portfolio includes Helix Innovations LLC (Helix), the maker of on! oral nicotine pouches, exclusive U.S. commercialization rights to the IQOS Tobacco Heating System * and Marlboro HeatSticks *, and an equity investment in JUUL Labs, Inc. (JUUL). Altria also owns equity investments in Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV (ABI), the world's largest brewer, and Cronos Group Inc. (Cronos), a leading Canadian cannabinoid company. At Altria, we celebrate the power of diverse teams working together to shape our future. We are inspired to bring our best because our unique strengths are valued. We believe our personal success and progress should be guided by Our Cultural Aspiration, a new articulation of what we value and who we aspire to be, collectively. Our Cultural Aspiration respects and complements individual identity, embracing each other's unique strengths, welcoming newcomers and developing the best, most inclusive and diverse teams. Join us as we work together to shape a better future for adult tobacco consumers, our employees, and our shareholders. Each Altria company is an equal opportunity employer. Learn more about Altria at www.altria.com and follow us on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn. *IQOS Devices and HeatSticks are currently unavailable for sale in the United States.

We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world's leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.

Under the Capitol Music Group umbrella of UMG, Capitol Christian Music Group is the market leader in the field of recorded music, distribution, and music publishing. Employing over 150 people, Capitol CMG provides a challenging and rewarding work environment characterized by a commitment to our artists and songwriters, one another, our customers, and community service.
How we LEAD:

This job exists to provide ongoing legal support related to drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of agreements, primarily agreements related to production of master recordings, distribution of master recordings (digital and formats), and providing advice regarding various other contractual and legal matters and issues for the company's recorded music and music publishing divisions. The job also includes drafting, reviewing, and negotiating other agreements such as artist and music publishing agreements, and research into various trademark issues and other legal matters.

How you'll CREATE:

* Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and amendments with producers, mixers, and other persons and entities related to the production of master recordings.
* Advise and counsel A&R administration department regarding the above referenced contracts and amendments and assist A&R administration with their securing of the same.
* Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and amendments for digital distribution and multi-channel administration of recordings owned or controlled by third parties.
* Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and amendments for administration of musical compositions owned or controlled by third parties.
* Advise and counsel various Company representatives regarding the creation of the agreements referenced above, apprise of negotiation status, and provide suggestions as to possible negotiation steps.
* Advise and counsel A&R administration department regarding their securing of clearances to record artists not signed to Capitol CMG for their appearances on master recordings owned or controlled by Capitol CMG.
* Assist with drafting and negotiation of artist and/or music publishing agreements as directed.
* Assist with monitoring of option exercise dates.
* Assist with creation of contract summaries for newly and previously entered agreements.
* Prepare summaries for obtaining corporate approval of new agreements and option exercising.
* Provide legal advice on a wide range of issues for various departments.
* Assist with monitoring of artist agreement options.
* Assist with updating standard form agreements as needed and as directed.
* Perform trademark preliminary searches.
* Prepare UCC filings and perform legal research as needed.
* Provide notary public services.
* Other duties as assigned.

Bring your VIBE:

* Self-starter.
* Ability to shift priorities quickly as needed for business purposes.
* High level of attention to detail.
* Comfortable working with new business models and agreements in an evolving industry and business.
* Familiarity with agreements related to the music and entertainment industry.
* Ability to communicate complicated legal issues succinctly to non-lawyers.
* Skilled in personal interaction, both verbally and non-verbally.
* Proficiency in Word.
* Competence in Excel and Outlook.
* Minimum 2 years law practice experience required. Law firm experience/training in entertainment law preferred.
* JD required.
* TN law license required . Pending license status will be considered.

Perks Playlist:

* Competitive Compensation Package including Salary, Benefits and Generous 401k Savings Plan
* Paid Time Off - Paid Holidays, Two (2) paid weeks for "Winter Break" season, Wellness Fridays
* Student Loan Repayment Assistance
* Employee Developmental Support
* Annual Gym Reimbursement Package
* Pet Insurance, plus much more!

Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.

All UMG employees are currently required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before entering any Company offices unless they have been approved for an exemption or unless prohibited by applicable law.

Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Category:

Business & Legal Affairs

Solutions driven success.

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO Logistics, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you're looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.

As a Legal Manager you'll assist the chief legal officer with corporate legal and public company matters including preparation, review, tracking and reporting related to legal entities, corporate governance and internal affairs to ensure the company remains in compliance with all laws and regulations. Become a part of our fast-growing, dynamic team and we'll help you develop your career to a level that will exceed your expectations.

XPO intends to spin off its tech-enabled brokered transportation platform as RXO in or around November 2022, creating two independent publicly traded companies. Visit rxo.com for more information. Please note that this position is in scope to transition to RXO once the planned spin-off is completed.

Please note that this position is in scope to transition to the brokered transportation services company that will be created with the planned separation of XPO's North American Transportation business from its less-than-truckload (LTL) business. For more information, please see our public statement .

Pay, benefits and more.

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability, and the opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan.

Tasks include:

• Corporate entity management of domestic and foreign subsidiaries, including formations, terminations, drafting resolutions, D&O and stock management, performing assistant secretary functions; registered agent management; notarizations, apostilles and legalizations of documents for foreign entities; maintaining legal entity database
• Support with public company corporate governance such as new D&O onboarding, obtaining Edgar codes, filing Forms 3 and 4; drafting and distributing board and committee materials and minutes; organization and maintenance of public company files
• Support with drafting and filing of Forms 8-K, 10-Q and 10-K.
• Support with annual stockholders meeting, including drafting, filing and printing the proxy statement; communications with DTC, NYSE, transfer agent, printer; meeting logistics (venue, documentation, security)
• Day-to-day Legal Tracker/Serengeti system administration
• Manage legal department org charts, contact lists, subscriptions; assist with department projects
• Assist with M&A and financing transactions and other special projects

What you need to succeed at XPO:

At a minimum, you'll need:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work or military experience
• 4 years of corporate legal experience, either at a law firm or in-house legal department
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Legal Tracker/Serengeti administrator experience

It'd be great if you also have:

• Paralegal degree or certification
• Notary Public license
• Experience with legal entity databases
• Solid problem-solving and organizational skills; capacity to quickly master new concepts, ideas, and practices
• Strong documentation and editing skills
• Experience with logistics and transportation business

Be part of something big.

#LI-Hybrid

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.

Review XPO's candidate privacy statement here.