Compliance Senior Specialist, Legal

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Job Summary

The One Legal team at Equinix is seeking a Senior Compliance Specialist. This is an exciting opportunity for a compliance professional to join our Ethics & Compliance team and help build our next generation Ethics & Compliance program. This role reports to the Head of Ethics & Compliance and can be based in Redwood City, CA (our headquarters), Dallas, TX or Toronto, Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with internal Ethics & Compliance counsel, outside counsel and consultants to manage compliance throughout the organization, ensuring that the company and its employees comply with federal and international requirements, as well as internal policies and procedures

• Areas of focus include Code of Business Conduct, Whistleblower Helpline, policy management, anti-bribery and corruption, sanctions compliance, and conflicts of interest.

• Triage and manage helpline cases, assist in designing remediation action plans and track remediation to closure

• Design compliance program controls and manage implementation projects, such as marketing event screening and gifts, travel and entertainment tools

• Distribute and assess responses to compliance surveys, such as marketing questionnaires, anti-corruption certifications, and gifts, travel and entertainment approval requests and quarterly anti-corruption certifications

• Support cross-functional third-party risk mitigation activities including support of ongoing risk assessments, analysis, and due diligence

• Oversee required training and track completion

• Assist Ethics & Compliance team to identify, prioritize and help implement practical solutions to improve efficiencies

• Support scaling of internal global compliance standards, including supporting internal compliance initiatives, conducting research and analysis, and drafting internal global compliance policies and processes

• Maintain organization and documentation of compliance records

• Special project work as may be assigned

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in compliance and project management in a law firm or in-house, with responsibility for a broad range of projects

• Strong project management, organizational and communication skills

• Experience working in a culturally diverse, global technology company a plus

• Demonstrated high level of integrity, thoroughness, flexibility, initiative and teamwork

• Willingness to learn and continuously develop professional knowledge in compliance subject matter

The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

United States - Redwood City Office GHQ : 96, ,000 USD / Annual

United States - Dal Dallas : 80, ,000 USD / Annual

Canada - Toronto Office TRO : 73, ,000 CAD / Annual

Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location.The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.

The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.

Equinix Benefits

As an employee, you become important to Equinix's success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we're providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you'll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.

Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.

US Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.

Canada Core Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax-Free Savings Plan (TSFA). - Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to specific plan or program terms, and to change at Equinix discretion.

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability.  If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law. 

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