Regional Legal Counsel

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Group Legal and Compliance department (GLC) is responsible for providing high quality legal services to the Cathay Group and is mandated to provide legal services in the most efficient and cost-effective manner.

GLC is seeking a high calibre regulatory lawyer to join its practice group.  This role is responsible for providing legal and regulatory support to Cathay Group’s business and operations in The Americas.  

As Regional Legal Counsel, you will be working in a challenging and dynamic industry, across multiple jurisdictions.  This is an excellent opportunity to build an in-house career with a leading and iconic company.

• You will need to be a good team player who is able to work effectively with business units and be seen as a trusted-advisor. You will need to have a good understanding of corporate objectives and aims, be able to identify and assess legal risk, and provide sound and pragmatic legal advice that is solution-oriented for multiple business units in a fast-paced environment.  
• You will be responsible for monitoring changes in laws and regulations affecting the group’s business and operations in The Americas. You will work with other members of GLC to develop and implement policies, procedures and training to ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations and industry standards.  You will need to be able to independently advise and guide business teams on a diverse range of legal subjects, including regulatory compliance matters.  Further, you will on occasion be instructing and working alongside external law firms on larger projects. 
• You will need to be able to work with stakeholders at all levels across the organisation and know when to escalate risks, and advise on complex legal and compliance issues. You will also need to have a solid understanding of corporate governance and decision-making processes within a listed group.
• You will serve as an ambassador of compliance culture, and play a lead role in fostering integrity, responsibility, accountability and inclusivity across the organisation

• A minimum of 8 years of post-qualification experience as an attorney admitted to practice in New York.
• At least 6 years’ experience in regulatory compliance matters with multinational companies or reputable law firms. Prior In-house experience is an advantage.
• Technically strong and able to provide legal advice to the business on a diverse range of legal and regulatory compliance matters.
• Keen attention to detail, and able to see and understand the bigger picture to advise the business pragmatically.
• Commercially savvy with excellent written and verbal communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with people at all levels and work in a multi-cultural work environment.
• Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit, willing to learn and continuously innovates to achieve great results.
• Able to work proactively and independently with minimum supervision, can effectively prioritise work under time pressure, with strong project and time management skills.
• Mature and well organised and has a high sense of responsibility and accountability for their work.
• Fluent in spoken and written English. Fluency in Chinese is beneficial but not required.
• Proficiency in office applications.
• Must have the right to live and work in the USA

Cathay Pacific Airways is proud to offer eligible employees competitive Compensation & Benefits package, as varied by location, regularly scheduled hours worked, length of employment and employment status as highlighted below.

• Travel Privileges on Cathay Pacific Airways Global Network
• Extensive well-being programs including health, dental, prescription, vision, virtual doctor visits and flexible spending accounts and employee assistance program benefits to help you stay well.
• Generous 401K Matching Program
• Paid Holiday & Vacation
• LTD & Basic Life Insurance
• If this position requires a uniform, a uniform allowance will be provided.
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Salary Range -

The estimated salary range for this role is $149,592 to $224,256 per year. Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location.

Cathay Pacific Airways is an Equal Opportunity (EOE) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law and will not be discriminated against.  Cathay Pacific Airways is an E-Verify participating employer.

If you require assistance or an accommodation in completing any aspect of the application process, please contact the Cathay Americas Recruiting team at: jobscathaypacific.com.