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Mitsubishi Chemical Group Manager, Legal and Compliance Operations in Helena, Montana
Manager, Legal and Compliance Operations (1939)
Title:Manager, Legal and Compliance Operations
Group Company: Mitsubishi Chemical America
Location:Remote
Group Company:
- Mitsubishi Chemical America
Mitsubishi Chemical America (MCA) , one of 4 regional headquarters established by parent company Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, includes 20 group companies in North and South America. The formation of this regional headquarters on April 1, 2017 has provided the organization and infrastructure needed for us to realize synergies, within regions and globally, among the vast network of Mitsubishi Chemical companies. MCA and the group companies represent decades of knowledge and experience across numerous industrial and technological industries, with over 4,000 employees in 4 different countries.
The origin of Mitsubishi goes back to 1870, when the founder, Yataro Iwasaki, started a shipping firm with three aging steamships. Yataro’s brother, son and nephew expanded the business into various fields during their respective terms as president and set the foundation of the Mitsubishi companies. After WWII, the original Mitsubishi organization was disbanded to become independent companies as they are today.
Job Purpose
Mitsubishi Chemical Group is seeking a Manager, Legal & Compliance Operations to join a team committed to excellence, continuous improvement and driving sustainable business results. Come be a part of this dynamic team!!
Principal Accountabilities
Assess the organization’s current legal operations capabilities and needs and propose and implement both short and long-term strategies to drive operations improvements having direct and meaningful affect across the entire department.
Become DocuSign CLM+ champion with the Legal / Compliance Dept supporting the needs of Transactions, Policy Management, and DOA Process etc.
Implement various new third-party tools in conjunction with the functional users to streamline process through the use of digital automation through software and other online tools.
Maintain all Legal and Compliance digital tools and act as SPOC between Digital and Procurement for support of existing tools and development of new tools.
Develop and generate reports in a timely manner (e.g., number agreements up for renewal, number of contracts renewed for specific services, regions, or deal sizes, time to negotiate agreements)
Work with MCG group business units to advance a harmonized policy review, approval, and assignment management system across the group to ensure policy/SOPs are reviewed, issued, and attested to by employees on an annual basis.
Develop and lead legal operations technology strategy, from the RFP stage through implementation and maintenance, with the Legal, Human Resources, and IT teams as key stakeholders and partners.
Oversee management of legal and compliance operational systems and ensure that they are working properly, and train employees on how to use these systems effectively.
Analyze data from disparate internal learning management systems to develop effective and meaningful reports summarizing employee training metrics (e.g., complete, incomplete, overdue) associated with the MCA group Compliance Program
Create Executive Summary reports from underlying data matrices or sources (e.g., excel files) to support the Chief Compliance Officer communications to the Board of Directors, Internal Control, or Executive Committees
Performs other and related administrative duties as required.
Exercises discretion on assigned projects and day-to-day operations, safeguarding confidential and other sensitive information
Knowledge / Skills / Experience
Minimum BS/BA degree.
10+ years of experience managing complex projects, functions and tools for in-house legal departments.
Demonstrated track record of assessing legal and/or other corporate functional department needs, identifying solutions, and driving project management through completion to effect measurable change, all within established budgets and schedules and with clear stakeholder communication.
Possess a strong understanding of legal systems and technologies and vendor management experience, including RFP and implementation processes.
Have superior project management and organizational skills, with a demonstrated ability to track and analyze data to show results and are effective in preparing and presenting presentations to a range of audiences.
Strategic thinker and can work autonomously with minimal supervision but also collaborate effectively within and across functions and build consensus.
Experience working in legal or compliance operations a plus.
Experience working in a multi-cultural, multi-lingual environment is a plus.
Relevant experience working with document lifecycle management processes
Strong computer skills (e.g., MS Word, Forms, PowerPoint, Outlook and other software)
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel including the ability to use sorting, pivot tables, formulas, conditional formatting, etc. to analyze large amounts of data)
Strong knowledge of contract structure (e.g., master agreements, SOWs, work orders, amendments) and understanding of contract negotiation processes/lifecycle management
Inquisitive, enthusiastic about technology, demonstrate sound judgment, and attention to detail.
Strong organizational/project management skills.
Professional demeanor and excellent interpersonal skills; capable of working with all levels of internal and external staff
Excellent writing skills; communicates clearly and professionally in email, reports, and other documents.
Pay Transparency (complete highlighted sections)
The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $130,000. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.
Competitive Benefits
Benefits begin on DAY 1!
Employee Assistance Programs
Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees
Mitsubishi Chemical Group (MCGC) and any of our subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers or HR team. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless specifically invited on the search by the MCGC Talent Acquisition team and such candidate was submitted to the MCGC Talent Acquisition Team via our Applicant Tracking System.
EEO Statement
Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation values diversity in the workplace, is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable law.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or other applicable laws. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.