Senior Corporate Counsel, Public Sector Compliance

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It's not everyday that you consider starting a new career. We're RingCentral, and we're happy that someone as talented as you is considering this role. First, a little about us, we're the $2 billion global leader in cloud-based communications and collaboration software. We are fundamentally changing the nature of human interaction-giving people the freedom to connect powerfully and personally from anywhere, at any time, on any device.
RingCentral, Inc. is seeking a seasoned ethics and compliance professional (JD or MBA/compliance professional) with direct Public Sector Compliance experience to help drive RingCentral's ethics and compliance growth with a particular emphasis on the Public Sector space. The position will refine and administer the company's Public Sector Compliance program to meet all applicable federal, state, and local requirements. This individual must be a strong strategic thinker, self-motivated, and comfortable working in a maturing and fast-paced environment. This position reports into our Chief Compliance Officer but will work closely with the Public Sector legal team. The ideal candidate has 4+ years of related ethics and compliance and Public Sector Compliance experience.
Responsibilities:

• Draw on Public Sector and technology compliance experience to provide leadership and ownership of RingCentral's North American Public Sector Compliance program that covers the following areas: government procurement and contracting requirements; trade, domestic-sourcing, and prohibited sources; employment and labor; lobbying; anti-corruption, including ethics and gifts; federal and state reporting; and audit and record retention.
• Administer the Public Sector Compliance program.
• Provide strategic guidance and advice to create and shape compliant business practices.
• Build cross-functional relationships; lead Public Sector Compliance and other ethics and compliance initiatives as necessary or assigned.
• Lead efforts relating to the preparation, implementation, and optimization of forms, processes, and procedures needed to scale, and mitigate risks associated with RingCentral's Public Sector business.
• Design and implement Public Sector Compliance training for key internal functions.
• Provide Public Sector Compliance expertise to other RingCentral attorneys where relevant, including with respect to international Public Sector procurements, channel, and strategic partners.
• Collaborate and work with the Public Sector legal team to manage Public Sector certifications and representations.
• Collaborate and work with the Public Sector legal team to manage subcontracting compliance, including contract flowdowns.
• Track new and emerging Public Sector Compliance requirements and trends.
• Manage outside counsel matters and demonstrate ability to properly scope work and manage to budget.

Qualifications & Skills:

• JD or MBA with excellent academic credentials preferred, including admission to a state bar for JD and compliance with all necessary licensing requirements.
• 4+ years of related ethics and compliance and Public Sector experience
• Deep knowledge and understanding of U.S. federal contract compliance requirements.
• Experience in state and local compliance requirements, particularly in key states, such as California, Florida, New York, and Texas, as well as experience with Canadian federal, provincial/territorial, and municipal government procurement, is a plus.
• Cloud and/or telecommunications experience and a familiarity with FedRAMP, StateRAMP, or other similar cybersecurity frameworks.
• Proactive and self-motivated owner with ability to effectively manage time, prioritize tasks, and work through ambiguity with little supervision in a fast-paced, high-growth, and evolving environment.
• Exceptional ability to understand and assess risk.
• Ability to think and plan strategically and execute tactically. Strong business judgment.
• Willingness and ability to develop creative solutions when appropriate or build consensus for difficult or unpopular courses of action, when necessitated by regulatory and contractual requirements.
• Ability to work cross-functionally.
• Enthusiasm for building and scaling Public Sector programs and evangelizing Public Sector requirements and practices to a commercially focused company.
• A positive can-do attitude, willingness to have fun, and a team player.

What we offer:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSAs) and Commuter benefits
• 401K match and ESPP
• Paid time off and paid sick leave
• Wellness programs including 1:1 coaching and meditation guidance
• Paid parental and pregnancy leave and new parent gift boxes
• Family-forming benefits (IVF, Preservation, Adoption etc.)
• Emergency backup care (Child/Adult/Pets)
• Pet insurance and Pet Telehealth
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling sessions available 24/7
• Free legal services that provide legal advice, document creation and estate planning
• Employee bonus referral program
• Student loan refinancing assistance
• Employee perks and discounts program

RingCentral's Legal team handles issues from policies to contracts to lawsuits across every aspect of our business. The department proactively protects the company from threats, guides internal policy decisions and ensures we are always able to maintain our commitments to our customers. Your expertise in everything from contracts to lawsuits to policy will help protect the company from threats, guide internal policy decisions and drive ideas that change the way the world communicates.
RingCentral's work culture is the backbone of our success. And don't just take our word for it: we are recognized as a Best Place to Work by Glassdoor, the Top Work Culture by Comparably and hold local BPTW awards in every major location. Bottom line: We are committed to hiring and retaining great people because we know you power our success. RingCentral offers on-site, remote and hybrid work options optimized for the ways we work and live now.
About RingCentral
RingCentral, Inc. (NYSE: RNG) is a leading provider of business cloud communications and contact center solutions based on its powerful Message Video Phone™ (MVP™) global platform. More flexible and cost effective than legacy on-premises PBX and video conferencing systems that it replaces, RingCentral® empowers modern mobile and distributed workforces to communicate, collaborate, and connect via any mode, any device, and any location. RingCentral is headquartered in Belmont, California, and has offices around the world.
RingCentral is an equal opportunity employer that truly values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during our application and interview process. If you require such accommodations, please click on the following link to learn more about how we can assist you.
If you are hired in Belmont or Washington the compensation range for this position is between $160,000 and $215,000 for full-time employees, in addition to eligibility for variable pay, equity, and benefits. Benefits may include, but are not limited to, health and wellness, 401k, ESPP, vacation, parental leave, and more! The salary may vary depending on your location, skills, and experience.