Vice President & Associate Counsel, Compliance & Ethics, Oakland California

What You Need To Know

Open your future to incredible career potential. Work for an industry-leader who invests in their people. Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits is North America’s preeminent wine and spirits distributor, as well as a family-owned, privately held company with a 50+ year legacy of success. We were named by Newsweek as a Most Loved Workplace and are included on the Forbes lists for Largest Private Companies and Best Employers for Diversity.

As a full-time employee, you can choose from a full menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition reimbursement, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

At Southern Glazer’s, you’ll enjoy an environment where continuous learning and growth are supported and experience a culture where you are respected, and your voice is heard. If you’re looking to fill your glass with opportunity, come join our FAMILY.

Salary + Bonus

Southern Glazer’s offers a competitive compensation package with expected first year total earnings of $185,900-236,500 / year plus bonus. In determining a final offer, the company will evaluate a specific candidate's education, skills and experience and will make an offer appropriately.

Overview

This Vice President & Associate Counsel, Compliance and Ethics manages the company's compliance program for the West Region. Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President, Compliance & Ethics, the role will contribute to the strategic direction of the compliance function, implementing compliance controls and training, and achieving compliance with applicable laws and industry standards.  

Primary Responsibilities

•    Reports to the Senior Vice President of Compliance & Ethics and is a part of the leadership team for the function
•    Serves as the main point of contact for regulatory compliance in the West Region and will be part of our continued work to develop and build out the Compliance & Ethics function
•    Applies judgment and expertise in regulatory matters across compliance areas, especially as it relates to the laws, rules and regulations for the alcoholic beverage industry
•    Participates in compliance risk assessment and the design, implementation, and maintenance of an effective compliance program that addresses potential risks, incorporates lessons learned, and continuously improves
•    Participates in the development and delivery of training programs for employees at all levels
•    In coordination with others, directs or conducts internal investigations into potential compliance violations, ensuring thorough and timely resolution of issues, and recommending appropriate corrective actions
•    Participates in periodic compliance audits and assessments to identify areas of improvement and support ongoing adherence to compliance standards.
•    Monitors the ever-changing regulatory landscape and ensure appropriate enhancements  
•    Supports the development of tools, standards, and metrics (e.g. dashboards, systems, testing) 
 

Additional Primary Responsibilities

•    Provides regular updates on compliance matters, potential risks, and program effectiveness
•    Supervises periodic compliance audits and assessments to identify areas of improvement and support ongoing adherence to compliance standards

Minimum Qualifications

•    Bachelor’s degree and Juris Doctorate required 
•    Hybrid, 3 days per week in office in Oakland
•    Active license to practice law and ability to qualify as in-house counsel in California.
•    10+ years regulatory compliance experience in large organizations
•    Experience serving as the primary lead with regulators
•    Effective communicator with credibility; adept at influencing and engaging with all types of audiences 
•    Exceptional analytical skills and the ability to apply business judgment and risk analysis to complex legal matters.
•    Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
•    Enabling a collaborative, respectful, and inclusive environment for all colleagues
•    Working knowledge of laws, rules and regulations for the alcoholic beverage industry strongly preferred
•    Travel approximately 25% to meet with internal clients, attend legal education and industry seminars, and participate in company meetings

Physical Demands

• Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time may include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or adding machine
• Physical dem