About this role
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Daikin Applied is hiring a Corporate Counsel. The Compliance Counsel will be responsible for supporting all aspects of the company’s ethics and legal compliance objectives, including providing advice and counseling in the areas of anti-bribery and the company’s Code of Conduct. With general direction, the successful candidate must possess the interpersonal skills to engage successfully with all levels of the organization. The role requires a process-driven professional who actively prioritizes integrity, accountability, collaboration, and fostering positive change. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor! Location: Hybrid, Plymouth, MN What you will do:
• Support development and management of ethics and compliance programs, policies and procedures, and training • Provide legal advice and counsel to business and corporate teams across the U.S. and Canada on the Code of Conduct, policy governance, anti-bribery, antitrust, and other ethics and compliance matters, while coordinating with Legal Department colleagues in Latin America on regional compliance matters and other cross-border initiatives • Deliver ethics and legal compliance trainings, drive employee engagement and awareness campaigns, and otherwise foster a culture of integrity and compliance throughout the organization • Support the company’s enterprise risk self-assessment program on an ongoing basis, including facilitating periodic risk self-assessments, supporting other compliance audits and assessments, as needed, and developing, tracking and communicating compliance and risk metrics • Coordinate ethics and compliance integration activities associated with mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic transactions, including the implementation of compliance policies, procedures, and trainings • Managing and providing recommendations in response to employees’ requests pertaining to gifts/entertainment, political contributions, and other external activities • Anticipating potential exposure and maintaining awareness of legal developments and best practices in the areas of ethics and legal compliance that could impact Daikin’s operations in the U.S. • Collaborating with the legal team and business partners across the organization to advance the company’s business priorities in a manner that is consistent with its Core Values, the Code of Conduct and other company policies, and applicable laws • Works collaborative and effectively with Legal Department colleagues in Daikin Americas entities, seeking opportunities to align on consistent approaches, policies and best practices • Anticipates, researches, and communicates regarding legal issues that could impact the company • Performs other related duties as assigned or requested Minimum Qualifications:
• Must hold a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited Law School and admission to the bar of the State of Minnesota • 4+ years of in-house, law firm and/or regulatory agency experience in the areas of ethics and compliance
Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
• Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance • 401K retirement plan with employer match • Paid time off and company paid holidays • Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law • Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service The typical pay rate for the position ranges from $ 113,800.00 - 193,900 + 20% bonus in Minnesota. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position(s) fall. Individual pay rate will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. #LI-AK1
If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied!