Geographic Legal Counsel Specialist - NRR 3951 at Accenture

Naples, Campania, Italy

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Consulting, Professional ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • A degree in Law (preferred but not mandatory); Foreign Trade, International Relations, or similar professionals with Trade Compliance experience also welcome
  • Compliance-related certifications (considered a plus)
  • Fluent in English and another language (depending on geography supported)
  • Minimum 5 years of knowledge and experience (in Trade Compliance or related field)

Responsibilities

  • Assist and provide guidance to other Legal teams regarding Accenture’s Trade Compliance Program
  • Understand and stay up-to-date on trade compliance sanctions programs to assist in AP1254 policy implementation and provide internal guidance to Legal, Business, Delivery, and Finance teams
  • Act as first line of support for Trade Compliance related queries incoming to shared Mailbox from any location; evaluate, respond, delegate, or escalate as appropriate
  • Recognize issues and provide timely escalation to leadership or appropriate stakeholders in a precise and concise manner
  • Provide advice on new business opportunities that may carry trade compliance risks
  • Lead and conduct internal due diligence activities regarding escalated incidents to detect and prevent potential vulnerabilities
  • Assist Trade Compliance Senior Management in sensitive matters, including licensing requests and reporting activity before government regulatory authorities
  • Engage with external client’s trade compliance teams as required
  • Support upgraded due diligence and risk assessments using internal and third-party tools
  • Support development and monitor implementation of trade compliance programs
  • Deliver trainings to spread trade compliance awareness amongst CM, Business, and regional stakeholders
  • Understand CORE area needs, priorities, strategy, objectives, and opportunities
  • Maintain good understanding of relevant company policies
  • Enhance subject-matter expertise in the Compliance area
  • Act as a POC and escalation point for support area
  • Understand, suggest, and encourage process improvements in the support area
  • Collaborate with LTO/CIO in the application or enhancement of information technology tools (such as copilot or IA agents)
  • Drive the development of checklists and other process documents
  • Represent GLN in direct liaison with internal stakeholders on various issues
  • Support the implementation of new initiatives in CORE support area or within Legal
  • Build credible and effective relationships within the Legal team
  • Provide individuals with positive and developmental feedback
  • Proactively try to ‘give back’ to GLN/Legal

Skills

Trade Compliance
Economic Sanctions
Export Controls
Compliance Policy
Ethics and Compliance
Legal Guidance
Query Resolution
Escalation Management
Policy Implementation

Accenture

Global professional services for digital transformation

About Accenture

Accenture provides a wide range of professional services, including strategy and consulting, technology, and operations, to help organizations improve their performance. Their services assist clients in navigating digital transformation, enhancing operational efficiency, and achieving sustainable growth. Accenture's offerings include cloud migration, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and data analytics, which are tailored to meet the needs of various industries such as financial services, healthcare, and retail. What sets Accenture apart from its competitors is its extensive industry knowledge and ability to deliver comprehensive solutions that address both immediate challenges and long-term goals. The company's aim is to support clients in reducing their environmental impact while driving innovation and growth.

Dublin, IrelandHeadquarters
1989Year Founded
$8.5MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consulting, Enterprise Software, CybersecurityIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Rapid AI advancements may outpace Accenture's current capabilities, risking competitive disadvantages.
Integration challenges from multiple acquisitions could affect Accenture's operational efficiency.
The rise of AI-driven startups may disrupt Accenture's market share in customer service solutions.

Differentiation

Accenture's acquisitions enhance its capabilities in digital twin technology for financial services.
The company is expanding its expertise in net-zero infrastructure through strategic acquisitions.
Accenture's focus on software-defined vehicles positions it as a leader in automotive innovation.

Upsides

Accenture's investment in EMTECH supports central bank modernization amid digital currency evolution.
The acquisition of Award Solutions boosts Accenture's presence in the growing 5G and IoT markets.
Accenture's strategic acquisitions align with high-growth markets like digital twins and net-zero projects.

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