Head of Government Enforcement

Ericsson • Washington, DC

4d • $290,000 - $325,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Ericsson’s Global Disputes & Investigations team within Group Legal is seeking qualified applicants for a senior role working as an experienced investigations manager who will lead a team of lawyers protecting the company in connection with government-facing investigations by U.S. and global law enforcement and regulatory authorities. The position reports to the Head of Global Disputes & Investigations.

Corporate & Government Investigations (CGI) is responsible for the investigation of potential legal and compliance violations within Ericsson and is a critical support in ensuring the effectiveness and credibility of its ethics and compliance program, defending Ericsson’s commitment to integrity, building trust with stakeholders (including government authorities), and ultimately driving the Company’s sustainable success.

This exciting role critically involves leading the core team handling Ericsson’s response to an ongoing U.S. Department of Justice investigation and advises on global government agency requests and related litigation, settlement or other issues. The Head of Enforcement role importantly involves close collaboration with colleagues in CGI, litigation, legal, compliance and the business on the execution of investigations and related matters. The position is hybrid (remote and in office) with an “office first” approach of approximately 60% of the time in the office.

The position is in Washington, D.C., but applicants in and around New York, N.Y or Plano, Texas will also be considered.

Requirements

• A J.D. degree or equivalent
• 15+ years’ experience handling investigations or in related areas
• Significant experience as a people manager and team leader
• Experience handling complex international investigations, such as Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and other anti-corruption issues, money laundering, anti-terrorist financing, export controls and sanctions, and anti-competition
• Fluency in English
• Strong communication, writing and presentation skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to collaborate with others
• Demonstrated ability to independently handle and manage complex matters, as well as manage multiple matters at one time, and to excel in ambiguity
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically with regard to scoping, handling and resolving investigations
• Demonstrated ability to act with urgency and operate in a fast-moving environment
• Flexibility in accommodating work across several time zones

Nice To Haves

• Ability for occasional international travel
• Experience at an international technology or telecom company
• Foreign language fluency

Responsibilities

• Manage government-facing investigations and requests and support our engagement with government enforcement authorities and regulators, including on litigation, agreements and other matters
• Give legal advice in connection with investigations, particularly investigations by government authorities, and at all times act with integrity, objectivity and fairness
• Supervise a team of lawyers, including by setting expectations and holding people accountable, providing training and coaching as needed, resolving conflicts, building morale, addressing resource needs and managing workload
• Supervise external counsel on investigations, including providing guidance on the appropriate handling of such matters, the preservation and collection of relevant data, the timely review and production of data to the investigating governmental authority, and the tracking of materials sought, collected, and produced as appropriate
• Collaborate with colleagues and develop relationships with stakeholders including litigation counsel, auditors, and human resources professionals
• Provide input on the need for and maintaining attorney client privilege; ensuring that investigations are conducted under attorney-client privilege where applicable and using internal resources or external counsel
• Draft clear written reports summarizing investigation findings
• Support remediation including personnel action and addressing process control gaps
• Collaborate with the Head of Corporate Investigations in the development of investigations policies and processes and improvements to investigations tools

Benefits

• Choice of three medical plan options
• Dental plan option
• Company credits towards medical and dental premiums
• 401(k) Plan with automatic 3% company contribution
• 401(k) matching $1 for $1 on the first 3% of eligible pay, plus 50 cents on every $1 on the next 2% of eligible pay (up to 4% match)
• Company credits for basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage
• Company credits for short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Option to participate in Ericsson’s Stock Purchase Plan
• 15 days of accrued vacation
• Up to 3 personal days per year
• 11 annual holidays
• 8 hours of volunteer time
• 80 hours of sick time annually
• Up to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave
• 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay
• Financial wellness programs
• Educational assistance
• Matching gifts
• Recognition programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior