SUMMARY

The Senior Counsel, Compliance & Data Privacy role will manage the administration of Core Laboratories’ Corporate Compliance and Data Privacy programs. The incumbent will design and coordinate company-wide training in accordance with local regulations and corporate-wide policies. The role will also be responsible for leading investigations into alleged ethics violations and data privacy matters. The successful candidate will have experience with in-house corporate investigations or have represented clients in investigative matters; strong presentation skills; and the ability to interact effectively and cooperatively at all levels in the Core Lab organization.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead and manage the organization’s global compliance program, including anti-corruption, sanctions, export controls, trade compliance, and data privacy, ensuring adherence to applicable laws and regulations across the US, EU, and UK.
Develop, implement, and maintain compliance frameworks, including policies, procedures, internal controls, and risk assessment/audit processes to identify gaps and ensure ongoing compliance.
Serve as a subject matter expert and advisor on global regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, UK Data Protection Act, FCPA, UK Bribery Act, US/EU/UK sanctions and export controls), monitoring legal developments and advising senior leadership on risks and necessary mitigation strategies.
Oversee the global data privacy program, including incident response (e.g., data breaches), regulatory reporting, and cross-border data transfer compliance, ensuring appropriate safeguards are in place.
Design, implement, and deliver compliance training programs across multiple platforms, locations, and formats so that they reach all Core Lab employees, and promote a strong culture of ethics and compliance across the organization.
Manage regulatory engagement and enforcement matters, including liaising with authorities, responding to inquiries, overseeing investigations, responding to ethics & compliance helpline complaints (keeping the General Counsel apprised of all reports), and preparing required filings and disclosures.
Collaborate with legal, IT, and business teams to integrate compliance requirements into operations, including contract review and the incorporation of appropriate compliance provisions.

QUALIFICATIONS

J.D. from accredited law school.
Licensed to practice law.
Minimum 7 years of experience with a law firm or corporate legal department, at least 3 leading compliance programs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

Aptitude for detail and high degree of organization
Strong analytical skills
Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Excellent presentation skills
Ability to prioritize and meet numerous deadlines
Ability to analyze complex issues and advise internal business partners appropriately
Investigations or litigation experience preferred

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