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Managing Counsel I - Strategy and Operations

Est. $130,000 - $301,100 / year
Posted Aug 18
Full Time
On Site
Bentonville, Arkansas

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Join the Global Governance Strategy and Operations Team to lead our outside counsel management, policy, and learning and development teams. You will play a critical role in developing Global Governance strategy and in enhancing our operational effectiveness and efficiency. You will work cross-functionally with all areas of Global Governance and with numerous business partners.

You’ll make an impact by:

  • Defining the strategy for developing and implementing Global Governance policies

  • Identifying, prioritizing, and managing risks to the company by defining the terms of our engagement with outside counsel and contractors

  • Overseeing our efforts to reduce legal spend

  • Developing the strategy for learning and development opportunities for global governance associates

  • Managing and developing a team of high performing associates

  • Collaborating with senior executives on significant risks

  • Leveraging technology to streamline processes, communication and workflows

You’ll sweep us off our feet if…

  • You have substantial, diverse legal or governance experience

  • You have experience building a new function or new capabilities

  • You have at least 5 years’ experience managing a team of attorneys or governance professionals

  • You have experience drafting and implementing Legal and Compliance policies in a corporate environment

  • You have strong communication skills to interact with senior executives and stakeholders

  • You empower your business partners while working collaboratively to achieve cross-functional goals within a corporate environment

  • You empower other members of your team to operate with autonomy while adhering to the standards that have come to define the Walmart brand

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.

Benefits & Perks:

Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions – while being inclusive of all people.

Who We Are

Join Walmart and your work could help over 275 million global customers live better every week. Yes, we are the Fortune #1 company. But you’ll quickly find we’re a company who wants you to feel comfortable bringing your whole self to work. A career at Walmart is where the world’s most complex challenges meet a kinder way of life. Our mission spreads far beyond the walls of our stores. Join us and you'll discover why we are a world leader in diversity and inclusion, sustainability, and community involvement. From day one, you’ll be empowered and equipped to do the best work of your life. careers.walmart.com

Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Law degree from an accredited law school and 6 years’ experience in law.
License to practice law in at least one state.
2 years’ experience leading cross-functional teams.
 
Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Primary Location...

702 SW 8TH ST, BENTONVILLE, AR 72716, United States of America
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