Compliance Counsel/Senior Counsel

Job Title: Compliance Counsel/Senior Counsel

Location: Parsippany New Jersey (Midea America Corporation Headquarters)

Reporting to: General Counsel Midea Americas

Position Type: Full-time Exempt

About Midea America

Midea America Corp. is a U.S. subsidiary within Midea Group the Fortune 500 giant known for making life easier for millions around the globe. As the worlds top maker of home appliances Midea is proud of its 166000 employees and presence in 200 countries including here in the U.S.

Headquartered in Parsippany N.J. with an innovation hub in Louisville Kentucky Midea America is dedicated to providing practical innovations that surprise and delight creating moments to cherish at home.

Mideas lineup of appliances - from refrigerators to air conditioners laundry solutions and floor care - are high quality reliable and affordable. By thoughtfully engineering performance convenience and design into every product Midea delivers on the promise of every appliance - to make your life a little easier.

About the Role:

Midea Americas is seeking an experienced Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) to lead and oversee the companys corporate compliance program ensuring adherence to all applicable laws regulations and internal policies. The CCO will play a critical role in identifying risks implementing robust compliance frameworks and fostering a culture of integrity across the organization. This position reports directly to the General Counsel of Midea Americas and requires a strategic leader with strong regulatory expertise and the ability to influence at all levels.

Key Responsibilities:

- Compliance Program Leadership: Develop implement and continuously enhance the companys compliance program ensuring alignment with legal requirements and industry best practices.

- Risk Management: Proactively identify areas of compliance vulnerability and risk designing corrective action plans to mitigate exposure.

- Policy Development & Training: Draft and enforce compliance policies procedures and controls. Conduct regular training sessions to educate employees on regulatory requirements and ethical standards.

- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Legal Finance HR and Operations teams to embed compliance into business processes and resolve issues efficiently.

- Monitoring & Audits: Conduct periodic internal audits and risk assessments to evaluate compliance effectiveness and recommend improvements.

- Regulatory Intelligence: Monitor evolving laws regulations and enforcement trends (e.g. AML FCPA trade compliance data privacy) to ensure proactive adaptation.

- Reporting & Governance: Prepare and present compliance reports to senior leadership the Board and external regulators as required.

Qualifications & Skills:

- Education: Bachelors degree in Law Business Finance or a related field; JD or MBA preferred.

- Certifications/Licenses: Admission to the New Jersey State Bar (a plus but not required); Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP) or similar credentials preferred.

- Experience:

- 10 years of compliance legal or risk management experience preferably in a multinational corporate or regulated industry.

- Proven track record in designing and executing compliance programs including anti-corruption trade sanctions and data protection.

- Key Competencies:

- Exceptional analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills.

- Strong leadership with the ability to influence and drive cultural change.

- High ethical standards and discretion in handling sensitive/confidential matters.

- Excellent communication (written and verbal) and stakeholder management skills.

Working Conditions:

- Hybrid work model with presence in Parsippany NJ headquarters.

- Occasional domestic or international travel may be required.

- Prolonged periods of desk work and computer use.

Why Join Midea

Midea America Corporation is a global leader in innovative home appliances and HVAC solutions. We offer a dynamic inclusive workplace where integrity and excellence drive our success. As an equal opportunity employer we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an environment where all employees can thrive.

Midea America Corp is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race religion color national origin gender (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability. or other applicable legally protected characteristics.