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The Ethics, Compliance & Product Regulatory Counsel serves as a legal advisor and strategic leader responsible for the design, execution, and continuous improvement of Valvoline Global Operations' global ethics and compliance program. This role ensures alignment with applicable laws, regulatory requirements, and organizational values while enabling business objectives across diverse international markets.
Job Responsibility
Lead and evolve VGO's global ethics and compliance program
Direct the global compliance investigations function
Prepare and deliver comprehensive compliance reporting and analytics to the Valvoline Leadership Team
Lead the drafting, review, and ongoing enhancement of global ethics and compliance policies
Partner cross-functionally with global HR, Finance, Security, Product, Supply Chain, ESG, and Internal Audit teams
Support and mature VGO's third-party risk management program
Provide legal oversight and guidance on global product regulatory compliance
Monitor investigation trends, case data, compliance metrics, and ESG-related risks
Requirements
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active license to practice law
Significant experience (typically 5–8 years) in ethics & compliance, internal investigations, regulatory law, ESG compliance, or related legal roles within a global organization
Demonstrated expertise in compliance program management, including ABAC, global trade, ESG compliance, and product regulatory frameworks (e.g., chemical regulations, product safety, transportation compliance)
Strong knowledge of environmental and product-related regulatory regimes, including GHS, DOT hazardous materials regulations, and global product stewardship standards
Proven ability to lead complex, sensitive internal investigations and provide clear, risk-based recommendations
Experience interacting with executive leadership and Board-level stakeholders, including preparation of formal reports and presentations
Experience managing outside counsel and working across multiple jurisdictions
Exceptional analytical, judgment, and problem-solving skills with the ability to operate independently in high-stakes situations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey complex legal and regulatory concepts to non-legal audiences
High level of integrity, discretion, and professional ethics
Primarily office-based or hybrid work environment with extended periods of sitting and computer use
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, global environment
Occasional travel (approximately 10–20%) to support global investigations, training, audits, and business engagement
May require availability outside standard business hours to support global operations and urgent compliance matters
What we offer
Health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision)
Health Savings Account (with employer-base deposit and match)
Flexible spending accounts
Competitive 401(k) with generous employer base deposit and match