Counsel, Special Investigations
General Motors

Job Info

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Job Description

Position Overview:

Counsel - Special Investigations will perform investigations of alleged violations of law and/or GM policy (e.g., fraud, IP theft, embezzlement, conflicts of interest, collusion, kickbacks, bribery, FCPA violations and records falsification) or other projects at the request of management. They will provide counsel on a broad range of compliance matters.

Subject Matter Requirements:

• Develop investigative plans and investigate allegations of misconduct
• Execute and document work in accordance with professional standards
• Communicate investigation results clearly and timely to all constituencies
• Work cross functionally with Audit, Security, HR, and other constituencies
• Maintain technical competency and understand the business
• Supervise assigned staff and/or resources
• Promote teamwork and supporting the overall objectives of Legal department

Department Overview:

As a member of the GM Legal Staff, Counsel will strive to be a role model for the Company by delivering high performance legal services with high integrity. The GM Legal Staff's objectives are to deliver timely, best-in-class business advisory and legal services in close collaboration with business partners to accomplish their objectives while simultaneously protecting GM's high standards of legal, ethical, and financial integrity. Each member of the Legal Staff, including Counsel, is expected to adhere to these standards:

• Workplace and Product Safety
• Compliance & Ethics
• Strategic Partnering
• Responsive & Accountable
• Real-time Transparency and Communication
• Superior Work Product Quality
• Strong Work Ethic
• Controlling Costs
• Company and Industry Knowledge
• Teamwork
• Community Involvement and Professional Development

Additional Job Description

Qualifications & Experience:

Investigation Related:

• 5+ years of relevant legal experience at a major law firm or in-house, or prior prosecutorial experience
• Perform investigations of alleged fraud and/or misconduct at the direction of SI Leadership.
• Identify and develop sources of information relative to the subject of the investigation
• Conduct effective informational and interrogatory interviews
• Evaluate systems of internal control and related procedures
• Recommend corrections/enhancements to control deficiencies noted during investigations
• Maintain effective communication with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Ensure confidentiality of sensitive information is maintained
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, occasionally with minimal advance notice

Compliance Related:

• As a member of the Company's compliance team, help build and maintain an effective compliance program
• Work cross-functionally to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations as well as the Company's internal policies
• Support development and delivery of employee compliance training programs and policies

People Related:

• Be "self-starting", independent and demonstrate strong leadership skills
• Counsel/lead the investigation team so that the defined objectives are met timely, and staff are utilized effectively
• Maintain open, honest, and timely communication with personnel involved in investigations/projects; demonstrate high level verbal and written communication skills
• Assess team members against established performance & leadership criteria; provide valuable feedback & address performance issues; provide timely performance appraisals

Strategy Related:

• Continually assess strategies for current and future investigations, identify real benefits of efforts and recognize business impact on cost/budget
• Develop a strong understanding of GM operations worldwide to include cultural understanding
• Recommend changes in investigative process to improve efficiency/ effectiveness while maintaining the highest quality standards

Education Requirements:

• Law degree from an accredited college or university
• Admitted to practice in at least one jurisdiction in the United States and, if not admitted in Michigan, the ability to qualify for in-house counsel status in Michigan

• Bilingual (Spanish) - highly desired

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities.GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

The policy of General Motors is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, General Motors is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us atCareers.Accommodations@GM.com. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

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