Cisco Systems, Inc.
Principal Corporate Counsel, Global Trade Legal & Compliance Location: London, United Kingdom Alternate Location European Union Area of Interest Legal Job Type Professional None Job Id Location: London, United Kingdom Alternate Location European Union Area of Interest Legal Job Type Professional Technology Interest None Job Id New Cisco, the world's leading networking, communications, and security company, is on a mission to empower an inclusive future for everyone. We're proud to be consistently recognized as one of the best workplaces in the world by Fortune and Great Place To Work, and we are looking for exceptional people to join our legal team. What You'll Do You will join Cisco's Regulatory Affairs Trade Legal & Compliance team, providing trade counseling for the business and compliance professionals supporting EMEA . We are looking for a fun, creative teammate, hungry to dive into a wide variety of hands-on work to help drive the business forward. Y ou will advise and lead on emerging sanctions and export compliance issues, particular ly in the cloud and SaaS environments, as applied to a combined hardware and software company with sales and operations that span the globe. You will be at the forefront of emerging issues in international trade, partnering with Cisco's Government Affairs group to help shape evolving regulation s and working with our Supply Chain and Sales teams to maintain compliance in a very dynamic landscape. You may also provide import compliance counsel for Cisco's Global Tax & Customs Team . You will report to Cisco L egal's Direct or & Associate General Counsel for Global Trade Compliance . Who We Are We are a team of 450+ Legal and Compliance professionals in 25+ countries committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment as we work together to drive Cisco's success. We serve as trusted advisors to the business - problem solving, navigating complexities, and enabling transformation along the way. We use technology to make life easier - leveraging Cisco's innovative networking and collaboration tools to enable flexible, hybrid work. And we embrace the responsibility to be a force for good - donating our time and expertise through pro bono and community impact initiatives. We are Cisco Legal. The Regulatory Affairs team is comprised of lawyers, operational specialists, program managers, engineers, and subject matter experts focused on topics including data and privacy, global trade and telecom, ESG and human rights, and cyber and national security regulations. The team's charter is aligned with influencing, interpreting, and implementing evolving and existing regulations that impact Cisco's business and interacting with external stakeholders on those topics as well. You will partner with your colleagues in Legal and numerous other functions across the company to have an immediate impact with your analytic rigor, business judgment, and ability to get things done. Who You Are You are a meticulous, agile, and curious attorney with deep experience leading businesses on economic sanctions, export controls, import controls and other trade matters . You are a subject matter expert on sanctions, export controls and trade regulations in the U. K. and EU , with particular expertise on how those regulations apply to cloud and SaaS businesses. You have demonstrated experience engaging with regulators and you have a wide external network in which you are recognized as a thought- leader on trade compliance matters. You are a positive, engaged, and adaptable colleague who is passionate about Cisco's business success. You possess excellent social, communication and drafting skills, and you can synthesize complex issues and influence and lead across functions (both legal and non-legal). You have sharp business focus and are dedicated, highly collaborative, and pragmatic. You are comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, and you can successfully handle frequent changes in priorities, deadlines, workload, and conflicting laws. You follow through on commitments, resolve conflicts, and have the modesty to acknowledge mistakes and learn from them. You are not afraid of complexity and are intent on offering simple, elegant solutions. You are a change agent willing to speak up with ideas to address outdated methodologies, broken processes or inefficient ways of doing things. You can clearly articulate issues and risks and take ownership for identifying and implementing better, more innovative ways of working. But more important than all of that, you are an amazing colleague who is eager to join a fun and dynamic team. You appreciate your teammates, you don't take yourself too seriously, and you are deeply committed to sustaining a welcoming and inclusive team. Required Skills and Qualifications Qualified lawyer i n the UK or one or more EU jurisdiction s . 7 + years of in-house and/or law firm experience on export controls and trade compliance matters. Prior in-house experience with a public company is preferred, but we will consider candidates with deep experience working with technology and/or SaaS providers on trade issues. Strong leadership skills and a demonstrated track record of motivating, empowering, stretching, supporting and engaging teams to achieve optimal business results, develop their skills and careers, and enjoy their work. Deep subject matter knowledge on global trade regulations, sanctions, export controls, and trade compliance, with an emphasis on cloud/SaaS trade matters. Experience conducting investigations and engaging with regulators on export control and trade compliance matters. Primary responsibilities: Provide both detailed and executive-level guidance on trade regulations law as applied to Cisco, including expert analysis of UK and EU strategic goods and sanctio ns regulations and compliance standard processes; Deliver concrete guidance based on requirements from the EU, UK, U.S. and other jurisdictions from which Cisco operates; Lead and conduct investigations , working with cross-functional teams to oversee this effort; Develop close internal working relationships with Cisco's sales, engineering, operations, and finance teams to reduce any regulatory friction; Prioritize ongoing learning and understanding of our go-to-market strategies, business processes, and product offerings; and Stay current of evolving and existing trade regulations and act as our subject matter expert in these areas providing advice and guidance to Cisco legal and business colleagues. Why Cisco , where each person is unique, but we bring our talents to work as a team and make a difference powering an inclusive future for all. We embrace digital, and help our customers implement change in their digital businesses. Some may think we're "old" (36 years strong) and only about hardware, but we're also a software company. And a security company. We even invented an intuitive network that adapts, predicts, learns and protects. No other company can do what we do - you can't put us in a box! But "Digital Transformation" is an empty buzz phrase without a culture that allows for innovation, creativity, and yes, even failure (if you learn from it.) Day to day, we focus on the give and take. We give our best, give our egos a break, and give of ourselves (because giving back is built into our DNA.) We take accountability, bold steps, and take difference to heart. Because without diversity of thought and a dedication to equality for all, there is no moving forward. So, you have colorful hair? Don't care. Tattoos? Show off your ink. Like polka dots? That's cool. Pop culture geek? Many of us are. Passion for technology and world changing? Be you, with us! Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: When available, the salary range posted for this position reflects the projected hiring range for new hire, full-time salaries in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including equity or benefits. For non-sales roles the hiring ranges reflect base salary only; employees are also eligible to receive annual bonuses. Hiring ranges for sales positions include base and incentive compensation target. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location and additional factors, including but not limited to skillset, experience, and relevant education, certifications, or training. Applicants may not be eligible for the full salary range based on their U.S. or Canada hiring location. The recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees have access to quality medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, short and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance and numerous wellbeing offerings. Employees receive up to twelve paid holidays per calendar year, which includes one floating holiday, plus a day off for their birthday. Employees accrue up to 20 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) each year and have access to paid time away to deal with critical or emergency issues without tapping into their PTO. We offer additional paid time to volunteer and give back to the community. Employees are also able to purchase company stock through our Employee Stock Purchase Program. . click apply for full job details
Principal Corporate Counsel, Global Trade Legal & Compliance Location: London, United Kingdom Alternate Location European Union Area of Interest Legal Job Type Professional None Job Id Location: London, United Kingdom Alternate Location European Union Area of Interest Legal Job Type Professional Technology Interest None Job Id New Cisco, the world's leading networking, communications, and security company, is on a mission to empower an inclusive future for everyone. We're proud to be consistently recognized as one of the best workplaces in the world by Fortune and Great Place To Work, and we are looking for exceptional people to join our legal team. What You'll Do You will join Cisco's Regulatory Affairs Trade Legal & Compliance team, providing trade counseling for the business and compliance professionals supporting EMEA . We are looking for a fun, creative teammate, hungry to dive into a wide variety of hands-on work to help drive the business forward. Y ou will advise and lead on emerging sanctions and export compliance issues, particular ly in the cloud and SaaS environments, as applied to a combined hardware and software company with sales and operations that span the globe. You will be at the forefront of emerging issues in international trade, partnering with Cisco's Government Affairs group to help shape evolving regulation s and working with our Supply Chain and Sales teams to maintain compliance in a very dynamic landscape. You may also provide import compliance counsel for Cisco's Global Tax & Customs Team . You will report to Cisco L egal's Direct or & Associate General Counsel for Global Trade Compliance . Who We Are We are a team of 450+ Legal and Compliance professionals in 25+ countries committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment as we work together to drive Cisco's success. We serve as trusted advisors to the business - problem solving, navigating complexities, and enabling transformation along the way. We use technology to make life easier - leveraging Cisco's innovative networking and collaboration tools to enable flexible, hybrid work. And we embrace the responsibility to be a force for good - donating our time and expertise through pro bono and community impact initiatives. We are Cisco Legal. The Regulatory Affairs team is comprised of lawyers, operational specialists, program managers, engineers, and subject matter experts focused on topics including data and privacy, global trade and telecom, ESG and human rights, and cyber and national security regulations. The team's charter is aligned with influencing, interpreting, and implementing evolving and existing regulations that impact Cisco's business and interacting with external stakeholders on those topics as well. You will partner with your colleagues in Legal and numerous other functions across the company to have an immediate impact with your analytic rigor, business judgment, and ability to get things done. Who You Are You are a meticulous, agile, and curious attorney with deep experience leading businesses on economic sanctions, export controls, import controls and other trade matters . You are a subject matter expert on sanctions, export controls and trade regulations in the U. K. and EU , with particular expertise on how those regulations apply to cloud and SaaS businesses. You have demonstrated experience engaging with regulators and you have a wide external network in which you are recognized as a thought- leader on trade compliance matters. You are a positive, engaged, and adaptable colleague who is passionate about Cisco's business success. You possess excellent social, communication and drafting skills, and you can synthesize complex issues and influence and lead across functions (both legal and non-legal). You have sharp business focus and are dedicated, highly collaborative, and pragmatic. You are comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, and you can successfully handle frequent changes in priorities, deadlines, workload, and conflicting laws. You follow through on commitments, resolve conflicts, and have the modesty to acknowledge mistakes and learn from them. You are not afraid of complexity and are intent on offering simple, elegant solutions. You are a change agent willing to speak up with ideas to address outdated methodologies, broken processes or inefficient ways of doing things. You can clearly articulate issues and risks and take ownership for identifying and implementing better, more innovative ways of working. But more important than all of that, you are an amazing colleague who is eager to join a fun and dynamic team. You appreciate your teammates, you don't take yourself too seriously, and you are deeply committed to sustaining a welcoming and inclusive team. Required Skills and Qualifications Qualified lawyer i n the UK or one or more EU jurisdiction s . 7 + years of in-house and/or law firm experience on export controls and trade compliance matters. Prior in-house experience with a public company is preferred, but we will consider candidates with deep experience working with technology and/or SaaS providers on trade issues. Strong leadership skills and a demonstrated track record of motivating, empowering, stretching, supporting and engaging teams to achieve optimal business results, develop their skills and careers, and enjoy their work. Deep subject matter knowledge on global trade regulations, sanctions, export controls, and trade compliance, with an emphasis on cloud/SaaS trade matters. Experience conducting investigations and engaging with regulators on export control and trade compliance matters. Primary responsibilities: Provide both detailed and executive-level guidance on trade regulations law as applied to Cisco, including expert analysis of UK and EU strategic goods and sanctio ns regulations and compliance standard processes; Deliver concrete guidance based on requirements from the EU, UK, U.S. and other jurisdictions from which Cisco operates; Lead and conduct investigations , working with cross-functional teams to oversee this effort; Develop close internal working relationships with Cisco's sales, engineering, operations, and finance teams to reduce any regulatory friction; Prioritize ongoing learning and understanding of our go-to-market strategies, business processes, and product offerings; and Stay current of evolving and existing trade regulations and act as our subject matter expert in these areas providing advice and guidance to Cisco legal and business colleagues. Why Cisco , where each person is unique, but we bring our talents to work as a team and make a difference powering an inclusive future for all. We embrace digital, and help our customers implement change in their digital businesses. Some may think we're "old" (36 years strong) and only about hardware, but we're also a software company. And a security company. We even invented an intuitive network that adapts, predicts, learns and protects. No other company can do what we do - you can't put us in a box! But "Digital Transformation" is an empty buzz phrase without a culture that allows for innovation, creativity, and yes, even failure (if you learn from it.) Day to day, we focus on the give and take. We give our best, give our egos a break, and give of ourselves (because giving back is built into our DNA.) We take accountability, bold steps, and take difference to heart. Because without diversity of thought and a dedication to equality for all, there is no moving forward. So, you have colorful hair? Don't care. Tattoos? Show off your ink. Like polka dots? That's cool. Pop culture geek? Many of us are. Passion for technology and world changing? Be you, with us! Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: When available, the salary range posted for this position reflects the projected hiring range for new hire, full-time salaries in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including equity or benefits. For non-sales roles the hiring ranges reflect base salary only; employees are also eligible to receive annual bonuses. Hiring ranges for sales positions include base and incentive compensation target. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location and additional factors, including but not limited to skillset, experience, and relevant education, certifications, or training. Applicants may not be eligible for the full salary range based on their U.S. or Canada hiring location. The recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees have access to quality medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, short and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance and numerous wellbeing offerings. Employees receive up to twelve paid holidays per calendar year, which includes one floating holiday, plus a day off for their birthday. Employees accrue up to 20 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) each year and have access to paid time away to deal with critical or emergency issues without tapping into their PTO. We offer additional paid time to volunteer and give back to the community. Employees are also able to purchase company stock through our Employee Stock Purchase Program. . click apply for full job details
PPD
Executive Director, Post and Peri Approval This role can be remote or office based from anywhere within EMEA Role Summary: This role will focus on commercial collaboration and growth of key growth targets for the NIS/PPAS team. Accountable for establishing and ensuring successful completion of assigned therapeutic area studies/portfolio/clients through the oversight of relevant resources/functions. Role Responsibilities: Accountable for achieving overall financial goals (sales/repeat business, revenue and profitability). Works globally with other groups to develop new and/or support existing business. Collaborates with leadership in all functional areas on the continuous development/improvement of business processes to support cross functional teams and to ensure that work is uniform, complete and managed appropriately. Develops and drives the specific and overall therapeutic area strategies to ensure optimum performance and achievement of annual plans and targets. Has overall responsibility for instigating and leading change initiatives within the therapeutic area and works with peers of therapeutic areas in the overall leadership of the Project Management group. Ensures the timely execution of clinical trials with a focus on quality deliverables and profitability. Responsible for and ensures proactive identification of project risks and potential contingencies impacting time/quality/cost of deliverables are effectively managed and escalated through appropriate escalation pathways. Further assesses all risks for potential impact across multiple projects and any cross therapeutic impact. Reviews and assesses project profitability by holding project team lead accountable for obtaining appropriate sponsor approval for out of scope work before completing the work. Responsible for escalation and proactive approval of appropriate contingencies having financial impacts. Develops and implements the therapeutic area business plans, forecasting and sales/marketing plans. Fosters and strengthens client relationships and develops the strategic sell initiative of the division. Strategically evaluates PPD against competitors and makes recommendations to increase PPD s competitive position. Provides administrative oversight of the department, including staffing, budgeting, scheduling and long term planning. Provides strategic direction to staff through line management of a team. Accountable for effective recruitment, induction, talent development and retention of staff. Provides ongoing coaching and feedback including formal performance appraisals, development plans and career coaching. Proactively supports and drives business development activities and seeks to obtain additional contracts which may include making presentations to potential clients and representing PPD at appropriate professional meetings and conferences. Serves as designated Customers "Executive" contact person for all issues. Communicates with sponsor(s) regularly to obtain direction and feedback on implementing scope of work as well as performance to date and identifies areas of opportunity for improvement. Identifies unusual or significant problems encountered during the course of a clinical trial and proposes strategies for preventing or correcting significant problems. Qualifications: Education and Experience: Bachelor s, masters or higher licensed certified health care training. Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 15+ years) or equivalent and relevant combination of education, training, & experience. 8+ years of leadership responsibility. Valid Passport, where appropriate. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to develops, drive and execute strategic plans through leveraging relationships and influencing others Demonstrated track record of success in clinical development and in leading and developing professional staff in a project led environment Strategic thinker with proven ability to implement new solutions Proven ability to simultaneously and effectively oversee multiple projects and people Stakeholder and client management skills; solid negotiator, ability to navigate politicized situations, uses influence and credibility, cultivates collaborative internal/external networks/relationships Expertise in budgeting, forecasting and fiscal management Effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate in English, bothorally and in writing Demonstrates robust judgment, problem solving and decision making. Ability to apply critical and analytical thinking, use data, business acumen and insight to develop effective solutions. Ability to manage complex and ambiguous issues Demonstrates executive presence, acts with integrity, shows personal impact and credibility Demonstrated leadership and emotional intelligence with the ability to read and manage interpersonal dynamics and apply conflict resolution skills Ability to actively develop and harness talent and capabilities within the department, skilled coach and mentor Self-aware and open to learning, ability to act as an ambassador for and foster innovation and change, and skilled in process and continual improvement Effective marketing and organizational skills. Influential communicator, tailors approach to influenceand motivate others Expert knowledge of project management principles and application, Knowledge of regulatory guidelines and directives, medical therapeutic area and medical terminology Solid computer skills Working environment: PPD values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role: Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner. Able to work upright and stationary for typical working hours. Ability to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency. Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities. May require travel. (Recruiter will provide more details.) As a condition of employment with PPD, in this role, you must have received your Covid-19 vaccine and you must disclose proof of your vaccination status upon employment.
Executive Director, Post and Peri Approval This role can be remote or office based from anywhere within EMEA Role Summary: This role will focus on commercial collaboration and growth of key growth targets for the NIS/PPAS team. Accountable for establishing and ensuring successful completion of assigned therapeutic area studies/portfolio/clients through the oversight of relevant resources/functions. Role Responsibilities: Accountable for achieving overall financial goals (sales/repeat business, revenue and profitability). Works globally with other groups to develop new and/or support existing business. Collaborates with leadership in all functional areas on the continuous development/improvement of business processes to support cross functional teams and to ensure that work is uniform, complete and managed appropriately. Develops and drives the specific and overall therapeutic area strategies to ensure optimum performance and achievement of annual plans and targets. Has overall responsibility for instigating and leading change initiatives within the therapeutic area and works with peers of therapeutic areas in the overall leadership of the Project Management group. Ensures the timely execution of clinical trials with a focus on quality deliverables and profitability. Responsible for and ensures proactive identification of project risks and potential contingencies impacting time/quality/cost of deliverables are effectively managed and escalated through appropriate escalation pathways. Further assesses all risks for potential impact across multiple projects and any cross therapeutic impact. Reviews and assesses project profitability by holding project team lead accountable for obtaining appropriate sponsor approval for out of scope work before completing the work. Responsible for escalation and proactive approval of appropriate contingencies having financial impacts. Develops and implements the therapeutic area business plans, forecasting and sales/marketing plans. Fosters and strengthens client relationships and develops the strategic sell initiative of the division. Strategically evaluates PPD against competitors and makes recommendations to increase PPD s competitive position. Provides administrative oversight of the department, including staffing, budgeting, scheduling and long term planning. Provides strategic direction to staff through line management of a team. Accountable for effective recruitment, induction, talent development and retention of staff. Provides ongoing coaching and feedback including formal performance appraisals, development plans and career coaching. Proactively supports and drives business development activities and seeks to obtain additional contracts which may include making presentations to potential clients and representing PPD at appropriate professional meetings and conferences. Serves as designated Customers "Executive" contact person for all issues. Communicates with sponsor(s) regularly to obtain direction and feedback on implementing scope of work as well as performance to date and identifies areas of opportunity for improvement. Identifies unusual or significant problems encountered during the course of a clinical trial and proposes strategies for preventing or correcting significant problems. Qualifications: Education and Experience: Bachelor s, masters or higher licensed certified health care training. Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 15+ years) or equivalent and relevant combination of education, training, & experience. 8+ years of leadership responsibility. Valid Passport, where appropriate. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to develops, drive and execute strategic plans through leveraging relationships and influencing others Demonstrated track record of success in clinical development and in leading and developing professional staff in a project led environment Strategic thinker with proven ability to implement new solutions Proven ability to simultaneously and effectively oversee multiple projects and people Stakeholder and client management skills; solid negotiator, ability to navigate politicized situations, uses influence and credibility, cultivates collaborative internal/external networks/relationships Expertise in budgeting, forecasting and fiscal management Effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate in English, bothorally and in writing Demonstrates robust judgment, problem solving and decision making. Ability to apply critical and analytical thinking, use data, business acumen and insight to develop effective solutions. Ability to manage complex and ambiguous issues Demonstrates executive presence, acts with integrity, shows personal impact and credibility Demonstrated leadership and emotional intelligence with the ability to read and manage interpersonal dynamics and apply conflict resolution skills Ability to actively develop and harness talent and capabilities within the department, skilled coach and mentor Self-aware and open to learning, ability to act as an ambassador for and foster innovation and change, and skilled in process and continual improvement Effective marketing and organizational skills. Influential communicator, tailors approach to influenceand motivate others Expert knowledge of project management principles and application, Knowledge of regulatory guidelines and directives, medical therapeutic area and medical terminology Solid computer skills Working environment: PPD values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role: Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner. Able to work upright and stationary for typical working hours. Ability to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency. Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities. May require travel. (Recruiter will provide more details.) As a condition of employment with PPD, in this role, you must have received your Covid-19 vaccine and you must disclose proof of your vaccination status upon employment.