Counsel, Cybersecurity

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As Counsel, you will provide expert legal guidance to support business objectives while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. This role involves managing risks, advising on corporate governance, and collaborating with internal teams and external counsel to resolve legal matters effectively. You will oversee legal compliance, conduct investigations, draft and review legal documents, and contribute to strategic business initiatives. The position requires strong leadership in mentoring associates and fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement to support Walmart’s mission and operational success. The Cybersecurity Legal team offers expert legal guidance on regulatory compliance, risk management, external communications, and incident response. This team collaborates closely with business partners to align legal strategies with company objectives, ensuring adherence to corporate governance and applicable laws. Members contribute to managing investigations, supporting business initiatives, and addressing cybersecurity compliance. The team fosters a collaborative environment focused on delivering clear, informed counsel to enable sound decision-making and effective risk mitigation across the organization.

Requirements

Experience leading cross-functional teams and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to resolve legal matters effectively.
Strong knowledge of cybersecurity laws and ability to provide clear, actionable legal counsel to support business objectives.
Proven expertise in corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and risk management within complex business environments.
Skilled in conducting investigations, legal research, and managing incident response with attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, ensuring alignment with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Demonstrated commitment to ethical standards, integrity, and fostering a culture of compliance and accountability.
Law degree from an accredited law school and 4 years’ experience in law.
License to practice law in at least one state.

Nice To Haves

Leading cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

Provide legal advice and counsel to business partners, ensuring informed decision-making aligned with company objectives.
Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations, supporting risk management and regulatory adherence.
Collaborate with internal teams and outside counsel to develop strategies for resolving legal matters and conducting investigations.
Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, contracts, and policies to support business transactions and initiatives.
Oversee corporate governance processes, maintaining knowledge of applicable laws and standards.
Lead and mentor associates, fostering professional development and performance excellence.
Support continuous improvement by evaluating legal and operational effectiveness and recommending enhancements.

Benefits

Medical coverage
Vision coverage
Dental coverage
401(k)
Stock purchase
Company-paid life insurance
PTO (including sick leave)
Parental leave
Family care leave
Bereavement
Jury duty
Voting leave
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Company discounts
Military Leave Pay
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.