Chief counsel, compliance

Auto req ID: 61214 Title: Chief Counsel, Compliance Job Function: Legal Location: JUNEAU Workplace Category: Onsite Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Full or Part-Time: Full Time Shift: SHIFT1

In 1903, out of a small shed in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, four young men lit a cultural wildfire that would grow and spread across geographies and generations. Their innovation and imagination for what was possible on two wheels sparked a transportation revolution that would make Harley-Davidson the most recognizable motorcycle brand in the world. Today, we continue to define motorcycle culture, evoking soul-stirring emotion reflected in every product and experience we deliver - like we have for well over a century and will for generations to come. Are you ready to ride with us?

Harley-Davidson Motor Company, founded in a humble Milwaukee backyard shed in 1903, still calls the city home. Today, its Corporate Campus includes a 4.8-acre public park—a welcoming greenspace open to all. Join our team as a Assistant General Counsel.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Chief Legal, Compliance & Corporate Affairs Officer, the Chief Counsel, Compliance, leads a global integrated compliance program, including trade compliance; sets strategic direction for the enterprise compliance function; and fosters a culture of integrity and accountability. This position also oversees cyber and privacy, AI governance, sustainability, records management, and legal operations. The Chief Counsel, Compliance, serves as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, the Board, and business leaders in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the global integrated compliance function aligned to enterprise risk priorities.
• Oversee sanctions and export-controls compliance.
• Partner with the Chief Information Security Officer to ensure cyber-related legal and regulatory compliance and oversee incident response.
• Lead the global data privacy function and AI governance.
• Responsible for enterprise records retention schedules, legal hold processes, and information governance policies in coordination with IT and business units.
• Oversee legal operations, including department-technology implementation, outside-counsel management, matter management/e-billing systems, and budgeting process.
• Drive process improvement, metrics, and efficiency initiatives across the legal and compliance functions.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Required Education Specifications

Bachelor’s degree required. Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school required. Qualified candidates will be licensed to practice law in the United States, a member in good standing with a State bar, and the ability to become a member of the Wisconsin State bar.

Experience Requirements

Required

• Minimum of 12 years’ related experience and 5 years of management experience.
• Demonstrated business acumen developed through experience and/or education.
• High level of integrity.
• Excellent judgment, analytic skills, and ability to identify all relevant issues.
• Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Strong management skills, including proven ability to develop talent.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to achieve positive outcomes through influence.
• Ability to lead and/or work well in a team environment.

Position located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

The pay range shown represents the national average pay range for this role. Your pay may be more or less than the stated range and is dependent on your geographic location and level of experience.

We offer an inclusive compensation package for all full-time salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, health insurance benefits, a 401k program, onsite fitness centers and employee stores, employee discounts on products and accessories, and more. Learn more about Harley-Davidson here.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Direct Reports: Yes Travel Required: 0 - 10% Pay Range: $224,300 - $370,300 Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer Relocation: This position is eligible for domestic relocation assistance (within posted country)