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This role is for a strategic and experienced legal professional to serve as Corporate Secretary and Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer for ManpowerGroup. This position is critical to ensure sound corporate governance, legal compliance, and effective board operations across our global enterprise. This role requires deep expertise in corporate law, governance, and regulatory matters, along with a collaborative mindset aligned with ManpowerGroupu2019s values of people, knowledge, and innovation. Key Accountabilities, Responsibilities Corporate Secretary: u2022 Serve as the primary liaison to the Board of Directors and its committees, ensuring effective communication and governance support. u2022 Lead the planning and execution of board and committee meetings, including agenda development, materials preparation, and accurate minute-taking. u2022 Advise on governance policies, charters, and procedures in alignment with best practices and evolving regulatory standards. u2022 Support shareholder engagement and annual meeting logistics, including proxy preparation and disclosure compliance. u2022 Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external advisors to ensure timely and accurate governance reporting. u2022 Collaborate proactively with the Finance and Investor Relations teams to support shareholder engagement initiatives. Regulatory Compliance: u2022 Oversee/Lead all SEC matters for the corporation, including ensuring timely and accurate filings, including Forms 3, 4, and 5 under Section 16. u2022 Oversee compliance with NYSE listing standards and other applicable regulations. u2022 Monitor changes in corporate governance laws and advise on implications. u2022 Ensure ManpowerGroupu2019s compliance on other regulatory compliance matters, such as AI, Data Privacy, Sanctions, etc. This would be done in collaboration with other relevant functions within the company. u2022 Oversee Ethics & Compliance Program (policies, training, company-wide initiatives) Corporate Legal Leader: u2022 Provide legal counsel on a wide range of corporate matters, including securities law, M&A, commercial contracts, and regulatory compliance. u2022 Draft, review, and negotiate complex agreements, including vendor, technology, and strategic partnership contracts. u2022 Support global compliance initiatives, including anti-corruption, data privacy, and employment law matters. u2022 Monitor legal and regulatory developments impacting the company and proactively advise leadership. u2022 Supervise legal aspects of franchise and trademark management. u2022 Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Finance, HR, Communications, and Risk to support enterprise-wide initiatives. u2022 Manage relationships with external counsel and oversee legal budgets related to corporate matters. People Leadership u2022 Change Management: The capability to manage and drive change within the organization. This includes being a change agent who can navigate resistance, communicate effectively, and ensure smooth transitions. u2022 Collaboration and Influence: Building strong relationships across the organization and with external partners. Effective leaders can influence and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to drive initiatives forward. u2022 Cultural Awareness: Understanding and respecting cultural differences in a global context. Leaders need to be culturally sensitive and able to work effectively with teams from diverse backgrounds. Other Key Details u2022 Global experience: u2022 Understands cross-border legal risks and compliance requirements. u2022 Can advise on international trade laws, data privacy regulations (like GDPR), anti-corruption laws (like FCPA), and employment laws across regions. u2022 Functional Collaboration: u2022 Align legal strategy with global business objectives. u2022 Anticipate legal implications of international expansion, M&A, or restructuring. u2022 Support global governance and risk management frameworks. Qualifications Required Experience & Skills u2022 Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; licensed to practice law in the U.S. Role will require a license to practice law in Wisconsin u2022 Minimum of 10 years of legal experience, including significant in-house counsel or law firm experience supporting public companies. u2022 Deep knowledge of corporate governance, securities law, and regulatory frameworks. u2022 Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact confidently with senior executives and board members. u2022 High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism. u2022 Strong organizational and project management skills, with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities. Nice to Haves u2022 Experience supporting a publicly traded, global organization. u2022 Familiarity with NYSE and SEC reporting requirements. u2022 Background in employment law, ESG, or global compliance is a plus. u2022 Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our Standards u2022 Give and seek continuous Clarity u2022 Care about themselves and others u2022 Make decisions that will Grow our business and people Observable Skills & Behaviors u2022 Executive presence with the ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders. u2022 Strong business acumen and cross-functional leadership capabilities. u2022 Global mindset with experience working across time zones and cultures. ManpowerGroup is proud to be an equal opportunity affirmative action workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, political ideology, ancestry, the presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disabilities, or other legally protected status. A strong commitment is made by each employee and is necessary to ensure equal employment opportunity for all. ManpowerGroup is an inclusive workplace that will recruit, hire, train, and promote persons of all job titles, and ensure all other personnel actions are administered without regard to non-merit-based characteristics of individuals. Reasonable accommodation during the interview process can be provided. Contact for assistance. Job: _Legal_ Organization: _ManpowerGroup_ Title: _Corporate Secretary & Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer_ Location: _WI-Milwaukee_ Requisition ID: _0033768_