Compass Corporate A family of companies and experiences As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted Compass Group’s delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today! great people. great services. great results. Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar. Job Summary Compass Group is the world’s largest contract food and support services company, operating in dozens of countries, with 550,000 employees worldwide and generating revenues of over $40 billion for the 2023 fiscal year. The North American division of Compass Group, which represents 65% of the global organization, is offering an exciting and pivotal opportunity within its Legal Department at its U.S. headquarters in Charlotte, NC, reporting directly to the EVP, General Counsel. We are seeking a visionary and results-oriented Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel to provide leadership and strategic direction across critical corporate legal functions. In this high-impact role, you will lead a team of experienced professionals overseeing the core legal support areas of mergers and acquisitions, dispute and litigation management, technology and data privacy/governance, compliance, and legal operations. These areas collectively support our line of industry-specific Managing Legal Counsels, who also report to the EVP, General Counsel. These industry- specific Managing Legal Counsels and their teams support a significant and growing number of client and supplier-facing relationships in Healthcare, Education, Business & Industry, Sports & Leisure, and Procurement each year. As the Deputy General Counsel, you will act as a trusted advisor to the General Counsel and Managing Legal Counsels, providing proactive, innovative and business-focused legal solutions to support the growth of the enterprise and increasing contract volume. You will be instrumental in driving innovative legal strategies that mitigate risk, align with business objectives, provide future-oriented solutions to growing volume needs, and foster a culture of legal excellence. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned legal professional with tenured experience as a General Counsel, Divisional General Counsel (or equivalent) or Deputy General Counsel. This role demands exceptional leadership, strategic foresight, and the ability to balance legal imperatives with the dynamic needs of a large-scale and growing organization. Responsibilities: + Strategic Legal Leadership: Provide comprehensive legal oversight, partnering with senior leadership across corporate functions to deliver actionable legal counsel that supports the company's strategic, growth-focused initiatives. In its support of our various lines of business, the position will specifically oversee a team of experienced legal professionals in the areas of mergers and acquisitions, dispute and litigation management, technology and data privacy/governance, compliance, and legal operations. + Risk Mitigation & Compliance: Identify and proactively address legal risks inherent in a large-scale, rapidly evolving business environment. Ensure continued development and implementation of risk management strategies that adhere to regulatory requirements and best practices. + Operational Excellence: Continuously assess and enhance efficiencies, optimize workflows, and drive operational improvements to support company goals and increasing volume across all legal functions. Identify, implement and leverage technology to streamline legal processes. + Leadership & Team Development: Lead, inspire, and mentor a high-performing team of legal professionals. Cultivate a culture of excellence, continuous learning, and professional growth within the Legal Team. + Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with key internal stakeholders such as executives, Managing Legal Counsels, and corporate department heads to provide timely, pragmatic, and solution-oriented legal advice. Represent our North American Legal Team on the Company’s Global General Counsel forum. + Regulatory & Compliance Initiatives: Stay abreast of evolving legal and regulatory frameworks that could impact the Company, particularly in corporate governance, compliance, and global business operations. Lead compliance initiatives and implement strategies to ensure regulatory adherence. + External Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships where appropriate with external legal counsel, regulators, government agencies, and industry associations to stay ahead of legal developments and advocate on behalf of the Company’s interests. Qualifications: + Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing from any state. + A minimum of 15 years of legal experience, with a proven track record in corporate law, preferably within a large multinational organization. + Demonstrated experience in a General Counsel, Divisional General Counsel (or equivalent) or Deputy General Counsel role, overseeing diverse legal functions and advising senior leadership on complex legal matters. + Strategic thinker with a solution-oriented approach to legal challenges, adept at balancing risks and opportunities. + Extensive experience in a cross-section of mergers and acquisitions, dispute and litigation management, technology and data privacy/governance, compliance, and legal operations. + Proven leadership skills, with a history of effectively managing, mentoring, and developing high-performing legal teams. + Strong business acumen, with the ability to align legal strategies with broader business goals. + Superior communication and interpersonal skills, capable of articulating complex legal concepts in clear terms to a variety of stakeholders. + Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with a high degree of professionalism and ethical integrity. Apply to Compass Group today! Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/) Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply. Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits. + Medical + Dental + Vision + Life Insurance/ AD + Disability Insurance + Retirement Plan + Paid Time Off + Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) + Associate Shopping Program + Health and Wellness Programs + Discount Marketplace + Identity Theft Protection + Pet Insurance + Commuter Benefits + Employee Assistance Program + Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Req ID: 1352924 Compass Corporate KYLIE BANKS [[req_classification]]