Microsoft Principal Corporate Counsel Compliance & 

United States, District of Columbia, Washington 

584815430

Required/Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctor Degree or international equivalent degree AND 4+ years experience as a practicing attorney in internal or corporate investigations and compliance or government investigations
  • OR equivalent experience.
• Active license to practice law in a jurisdiction and capable of meeting admission requirements in relevant jurisdiction.
  

Additional or Preferred Qualifications

• Spanish or Portuguese language proficiency would be a plus.
• Experience working across diverse teams and working in a multi-national company or other large complex organization.
• Strong commitment to and reputation for integrity.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and decision-making in a dynamic legal and business environment.
• Commitment to personal and professional development.
• Curiosity for active learning, agility to respond to evolving market landscape and boldness to execute on initiatives.
• Interest and commitment to continuous learning, openness to innovation and ability to turn constructive feedback into new ways of working.
• Interpersonal, collaboration and communication skills and ability to leverage these skills to drive consensus and deliver outcomes.
• Ability to analyze complex financial, business, and legal issues.
• Highly skilled in conducting investigation-related interviews.
• A firm understanding of relevant compliance rules and requirements, including the laws and regulations governing U.S. companies doing business in non-U.S. locations, as well as an appreciation of pertinent business, accounting, and finance principles.
• A grasp of employment, privacy, and other requirements relating to internal investigations.
• Experience dealing with diverse cultures and building strong client relationships.
• Ability to prioritize, work efficiently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

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Microsoft will accept applications for the role until November 28, 2024.

• Lead and conduct internal compliance investigations in accordance with the BRI Investigations Manual and Framework and assist with corresponding remediation plan recommendations.
• Work with business leadership, compliance committees, and multi-disciplinary teams including in CELA, HR, Finance, Controls & Compliance, and business stakeholders to identify and analyze compliance and related legal risks, provide advice, support remediation and controls, and enhance compliance culture.
• Act as a compliance subject matter expert to business leadership on issues important to ensuring Microsoft complies with relevant laws and regulations, such as the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, in coordination with others as appropriate.
• Advise employees on Microsoft policy questions and issues.
• Help drive the evolution of the C&E BRI team to strengthen and enhance Microsoft’s ability to grow its business with partners and customers in a dynamic environment while responding with agility to emerging risks and regulations.
• Travel within the region will be required.