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About The Role

Grade Level (for internal use):

13

Title: Chief of Staff to the EVP & Chief Legal Officer of S&P Global

Location: New York

The Chief of Staff (CoS) works directly with the EVP & Chief Legal Officer of S&P Global (CLO) as an advisor and thought partner, supporting the overall effectiveness and organization of the Legal, Government Affairs and Global Security department.

The COS will report directly to the EVP, CLO and will lead a team of two; one Head of Legal Operations and one Billing Coordinator.

The role is strategic and people-centric and requires a combination of analysis and project management skills. Collaboration across functions and geographies is vital as you will handle complex situations and multiple responsibilities simultaneously mixing up longer-term projects with the urgency of immediate demands. Using independent leadership, you will coordinate and complete projects ranging from written product, PowerPoint presentation and Excel analysis. You will track and drive action and follow up on key projects and initiatives.

This role would suit a self-starter with a ‘roll-up-your sleeves’ problem-solving attitude with low ego, high EQ and utmost discretion who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has the ability to respond to requests with urgency, organization and enthusiasm whilst learning, collaborating and having fun!

Strategic & Operational Planning and Execution

• Help develop, refine, and promote the Legal, Government Affairs and Security department’s mission
• Identify key metrics and track progress to measure success against goals (inc. budget, efficiency, effectiveness and leveraging technology)
• Develop and execute on the department’s short- and long-term goals and special projects
• Support the effective flow of information and decision-making by EVP, CLO
• Enhance overall effectiveness and organization, inc. team meetings, quarterly processes, and by leveraging technology
• Benchmark internal practices to stay on top of market trends and best practices

Communications, Town Halls, Offsites and Team Meetings

• Partner with Communications Lead to develop and implement the department’s strategic communications plan, e.g. newsletters, announcements, and messages from the EVP, CLO / leadership team; ensure communications goals support department and company objectives; measure effectiveness and relevance
• Plan, coordinate and oversee department town halls and offsites (inc. communications, presentations and execution)
• Coordinate department meetings and staff Meetings by developing agenda with EVP, CLO and leadership team, record notes and action items in each meeting, document and follow up on action items between meetings

Department Initiatives and Training

• Foster a People-First, inclusive work environment where people with diverse backgrounds can succeed
• Work with the EVP, CLO’s Leadership Team to ensure the legal department’s workflow is aligned to priorities and to identify solutions to increase overall efficiency
• Identify training opportunities, facilitate education on best practices
• Help create department-specific guidelines and policies
• Manage and continuously improve the document management processes across the department

Special Projects

• Perform special projects and responsibilities assigned by the EVP, CLO, collaborating across functions and geographies where applicable

Oversee COS Team, Inc.

• Finance and Budget Management: Partner with leadership, finance, people, procurement, and other teams to develop and manage the annual operating plan and budgets
• Department Information Technology: Assess all department resources related to matter management, knowledge management, eDiscovery, document management, and billing management, then over time implement best in class technology, systems, and processes
• Outside Counsel and Legal Vendor Management: Identify and develop strategies for increasing value and reducing outside counsel and third-party vendor spend, while maintaining quality and optimizing engagement practices with law firms / vendors

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $148,200 to $240,600. Base salary ranges may vary by geographic location.

This role is eligible to receive S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, visit https://www.spgbenefitessentials.com/newhires _.

_ Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in Legal, or professional services, or related field
• Understanding of current legal and government affairs practices and precedents globally and in key geographical businesses is a plus
• Proven track record of making an impact, developing, and executing on strategies and delivering superior results in both the short- and long-term
• Exceptional ability (written and oral) to communicate concisely with a wide variety of audiences, including senior management and key stakeholders
• Proven ability to build relationships and engage, influence and align stakeholders to drive results
• Capacity to think strategically to identify issues and develop solutions
• Experience managing various projects simultaneously with demanding deadlines, changing requirements, and at times, working with limited resources or information
• High standards of quality, accuracy and timeliness
• Very strong project management and organization skills
• High EQ
• Technology-savvy; proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to represent the role with a style that is aligned with the EVP, CLO; maturity to work with confidence and urgency, balancing the role without ego
• Unwavering ethics and integrity, and an ability to stand firm on issues with independence

_S &P Global Corporate

_ At S&P Global, we don’t give you intelligence—we give you essential intelligence. The essential intelligence you need to make decisions with conviction. We’re the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks and analytics in the global capital and commodity markets. Our divisions include S&P Global Ratings, S&P Global Market Intelligence, S&P Dow Jones Indices and S&P Global Platts. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer committed to making all employment decisions without regard to race/ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status (including domestic partnerships and civil unions), sexual orientation, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.

The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law.

• Additional Job Description

What’s In It For You?

Our Purpose

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our Benefits Include

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion At S &P Global

At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.

Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.

US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law.

10 - Officials or Managers (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), OPRTON103.2 - Middle Management Tier II (EEO Job Group)

Job ID: 300294

Posted On: 2024-04-15

Location: New York, New York, United States