Senior Counsel, Legal Investigations

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

6d•Onsite

About The Position

As Senior Counsel on the Legal Investigations Team, part of the larger Global Security Aviation Investigations (GSAI) organization, your primary responsibility will be directing some of the most significant internal investigations for the company globally. The Legal Investigations role is unique in that the primary objective is to conduct thorough, objective and independent investigations, in order to fully uncover wrongdoing. Unlike some legal roles, which may focus more on defense of the company, the Legal Investigations role is focused on truly getting to the bottom of the improper behavior at issue, or clearly identifying control or policy gaps, so that the improper behaviors may be addressed and appropriate remediation may be undertaken. By identifying wrongdoing, risk, and control or policy gaps that then are the basis of administering effective accountability and remediation plans, you will be part of a robust internal investigations program, which is critical to fostering trust and strengthening relationships with associates, vendors, investors, and customers, and supports Walmart’s reputation as a good corporate citizen.

Requirements

Significant experience leading investigations as a prosecuting attorney or as a representative of a government entity like the Department of Justice or Securities and Exchange Commission
Proven track record of leading internal investigations in an in-house capacity or with a law firm
Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams
Global experience
Aggressively integrate inclusive behaviors into all aspects of your everyday business
Law degree from an accredited law school and 5 years’ experience in law.
License to practice law in at least one state.

Nice To Haves

Leading cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

Deliver investigative excellence directing legally privileged matters, through the timely, objective, thorough and independent investigation of some of the most significant allegations of wrongdoing globally for the Company
Collaborate with clients to develop mitigation strategies
Collaborate with officer-level clients on significant risks: seeking authority and obtaining informed consent to proceed with legal matters while reviewing legal documents, notices, and announcements and representing the company before courts of law, legislative bodies, governmental agencies, and other tribunals
Provide legal advice to the company by providing clients with an informed understanding of the client's legal rights, obligations, and risks to allow the client to make informed decisions
Counsel clients regarding legal compliance and costs of business initiatives; identifying the need for and directing training; reviewing legislative trends and significant legal decisions and representing the company before various administrative and judicial bodies
Lead high-level cross functional special projects
Identify global trends and significant financial integrity and other relevant matters for presentation and discussion in updates with Global Governance partners and other senior leadership in the business, such as the Controller’s office, Finance and Audit
Work with business partners/relevant stakeholders on updates or revisions to company policies and procedures
Focus on management of budgets and driving cost control

Benefits

Competitive pay
Performance-based bonus awards
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
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.