Global Senior Legal Counsel & Compliance Officer

3stepIT•Warren, MI

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

3stepIT is a global leader in circular technology management, helping organizations use technology smarter and more sustainably for nearly 30 years. They design lifecycle solutions that finance, manage, reuse, and extend the value of technology, reducing waste and driving business impact. The company operates at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and innovation. This role is for a senior legal and compliance leader to drive the company's journey in North America. The individual will not only support the business but also help define how it operates.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD), LL.M., or equivalent legal qualification.
Minimum 10+ years of experience across compliance (preferably in regulated or international/EMEA environments).
Minimum 10+ years of experience in commercial legal roles supporting technology, IT services, or ITAD.
Knowledge of Leasing, financing, or asset-based business models.
Strong knowledge of U.S. and Canada sanctions and export control regimes.
Strong knowledge of Leasing and financing regulatory frameworks.
Strong knowledge of Environmental and ITAD-related regulations.
Strong knowledge of Data protection and privacy frameworks (including GDPR and U.S. / Canada laws).
Experience working within a matrix organization with EU/EEA governance structures.
Strong compliance mindset with the ability to operationalize frameworks in a business environment.
Commercially pragmatic and problem-solving legal advisor with business partnering capability.
Ability to balance regulatory requirements with growth objectives.
Effective stakeholder management across regions and functions.
High level of autonomy combined with strong alignment to Group governance.
Collaborative mindset with the confidence to challenge constructively when needed.

Responsibilities

Lead compliance risk assessments across North America and implement mitigation actions with the Group compliance function.
Monitor regulatory developments in the U.S. and Canada and assess business impact.
Implement and operationalize Group compliance policies, standards, and controls across North America.
Adapt and localize global compliance frameworks (including whistleblowing) to meet regional legal and regulatory requirements while maintaining global consistency.
Manage and support compliance investigations, incidents, and whistleblowing cases in coordination with Group functions.
Support third-party due diligence processes, including KYC/CDD and supplier compliance oversight.
Act as the primary compliance contact for North America business units and engage with relevant authorities as needed.
Oversee compliance with leasing, financing structures, and licensing requirements in coordination with business and finance teams.
Ensure compliance with sanctions and export control regulations (e.g., OFAC, BIS).
Ensure adherence to environmental regulations, including ITAD, e-waste handling, and chain-of-custody standards.
Support implementation of data protection and privacy requirements (GDPR, U.S., and Canada frameworks such as CCPA).
Ensure compliance with emerging regulatory requirements (e.g., AI).
Act as lead legal partner supporting ITAD and Lifecycle Services business lines and customer deals across North America.
Provide legal support to sales efforts, enabling commercial deal execution.
Support sourcing activities for ITAD subcontractors, including vendor negotiations, supplier agreements, and partner onboarding.
Ensure contracts incorporate applicable compliance requirements (e.g., export controls, environmental, and privacy regulations).
Deliver pragmatic, business-oriented legal advice aligned with commercial and operational objectives.
Ensure alignment with Group-approved templates and contractual standards.
Advise on legal risks related to asset ownership, chain-of-custody, data sanitization, and environmental liabilities.
Support corporate governance activities, dispute resolution, claims, and escalation management.
Ensure contractual structures align with compliance, financing, and operational requirements.