Director & Senior Counsel, Governance & Sustainability

Mondelēz International•Chicago, IL

14d•$141,000 - $246,750

About The Position

The Senior Counsel, Governance & Sustainability will report to the VP & Chief Counsel, Governance, Sustainability and Assistant Corporate Secretary. The Senior Counsel has primary responsibilities for managing and supporting all aspects of the Mondelēz global corporate governance operations, as well supporting sustainability legal matters. Specific responsibilities of the Senior Counsel include, but are not limited to: Support Corporate Governance and Corporate Documentation and Drive Related Projects: Assist, in close coordination with the Corporate Secretary and Assistant Corporate Secretary, on board and committee related matters, annual meeting of shareholders, shareholder engagement and corporate governance developments. Partner with the Board of Directors and business leaders across the Company to design and facilitate effective meetings for the Board and its committees, which includes drafting agendas, preparing and reviewing board mailing materials, resolutions, minutes, and other meeting materials to ensure compliance with corporate law. Manage board and committee meeting logistics and facilitate board communications. Facilitate the orientation of new Directors and assist in Director training and development. Identify, evaluate, and address issues of legal risk in corporate governance context and maintain key corporate documents and records. Drive efficiencies in Mondelez’s global subsidiary management, equity management, and governance processes and provide counsel to Mondelez’s subsidiaries, regions, and business units on corporate governance and Board reporting matters. Provide additional support on other matters and assume other responsibilities, as assigned. Advise on Sustainability Legal Matters: Identify, evaluate and address issues of legal risk and compliance in a rapidly evolving sustainability landscape. Provide enabling legal counsel on sustainability-related goals, initiatives, policies and communications, including annual reports and other materials, to identify and mitigate potential risks. Assess and advise on sustainability-related regulatory developments in jurisdictions both inside and outside the United States and partner with local legal and business teams to provide guidance at a global level.

Requirements

Juris Doctor with strong academic credentials from a nationally recognized law school.
Licensed to practice law in Illinois or eligible for admission upon hire.
5 years + practicing U.S. Corporate Governance law as well as experience practicing in ESG.
Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills, with ability to quickly assess and advise on risk.
Strong communication skills and ability to interact with all organizational levels, including senior management.
Excellent organizational, project management, and technological skills to maintain complex records and systems.
Highest level of integrity and trust.
Resourcefulness, including relevant new technologies and systems.

Nice To Haves

Prior major law firm experience or relevant in-house legal experience is preferred.
Board advisory experience, combined with a strong grasp of corporate governance.

Responsibilities

Assist, in close coordination with the Corporate Secretary and Assistant Corporate Secretary, on board and committee related matters, annual meeting of shareholders, shareholder engagement and corporate governance developments.
Partner with the Board of Directors and business leaders across the Company to design and facilitate effective meetings for the Board and its committees, which includes drafting agendas, preparing and reviewing board mailing materials, resolutions, minutes, and other meeting materials to ensure compliance with corporate law.
Manage board and committee meeting logistics and facilitate board communications.
Facilitate the orientation of new Directors and assist in Director training and development.
Identify, evaluate, and address issues of legal risk in corporate governance context and maintain key corporate documents and records.
Drive efficiencies in Mondelez’s global subsidiary management, equity management, and governance processes and provide counsel to Mondelez’s subsidiaries, regions, and business units on corporate governance and Board reporting matters.
Provide additional support on other matters and assume other responsibilities, as assigned.
Identify, evaluate and address issues of legal risk and compliance in a rapidly evolving sustainability landscape.
Provide enabling legal counsel on sustainability-related goals, initiatives, policies and communications, including annual reports and other materials, to identify and mitigate potential risks.
Assess and advise on sustainability-related regulatory developments in jurisdictions both inside and outside the United States and partner with local legal and business teams to provide guidance at a global level.