Gensler
Designs and delivers innovative architectural, planning, and consulting solutions across sectors.
Compliance Counsel
Develop and manage Gensler's global compliance and ethics program.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Execute and enhance Gensler’s global compliance and ethics program • Advise on compliance risks in new, developing, and high‑risk markets • Conduct risk assessments, develop mitigation strategies, and track action plans • Support market‑specific risk reviews for emerging geographies • Develop and deliver ethics training, communications, and educational materials • Draft and update firm policies, procedures, and internal controls • Guide teams on data privacy and third‑party due diligence • Conduct internal investigations related to ethics or regulatory issues • Maintain compliance records and report to senior leadership and the Board
Key Responsibilities
- ▸compliance program
- ▸risk assessment
- ▸ethics training
- ▸policy development
- ▸data privacy
- ▸investigations
What You Bring
• Hold active bar admission in any U.S. state • Minimum 5 years experience in ethics, compliance, or investigations • Strong understanding of compliance frameworks and risk management practices • Exceptional communication skills with colleagues and senior leaders • Experience with data privacy and/or anti‑bribery/anti‑corruption frameworks • Willingness to travel to Gensler offices
Requirements
- ▸bar admission
- ▸5+ years
- ▸compliance
- ▸communication
- ▸data privacy
- ▸travel
Benefits
Life at Gensler reflects our commitment to both outstanding design and personal well‑being, with curated art exhibits, internal design competitions, and a “Well‑being Week.” We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, paid time off, 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and semi‑annual bonuses. Professional development is a strategic investment, with reimbursements for licensure fees, exam costs, and eligible tuition programs. Compensation varies by location: Los Angeles $160‑180k, Chicago $160‑180k, Washington, DC $155‑175k, and New York City $155‑175k, all plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience. • Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and PTO • Retirement and incentive programs: 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and semi‑annual bonuses • Reimbursement for professional licenses, exam fees, and eligible tuition • Compensation ranges: Los Angeles $160‑180k; Chicago $160‑180k; Washington, DC $155‑175k; New York $155‑175k (plus bonuses and benefits)
Work Environment
Hybrid