Investigations Counsel

Ericsson

Johannesburg, South Africa
Hybrid (60% in-office, 40% remote)
7+ years experience handling complex investigations
Admission to practice law in applicable jurisdiction
Experience with attorney-client privilege maintenance
Ericsson is seeking an Investigations Counsel for its Corporate and Government Investigations group in Johannesburg, South Africa. The role involves leading complex investigations, providing legal advice, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, while contributing to the company's ethics and compliance program

Job Summary

  • This role is responsible for investigating potential legal and compliance violations within Ericsson to ensure the efficiency and credibility of the Company's ethics program.
  • The position requires conducting forensically sound internal investigations into Code of Business Ethics violations while maintaining attorney-client privilege.
  • Ericsson offers an opportunity to join a diverse team of innovators driven to push boundaries and craft solutions to global challenges.

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Ericsson is seeking an Investigations Counsel for its Corporate and Government Investigations group in Johannesburg, South Africa. The role involves leading complex investigations, providing legal advice, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, while contributing to the company's ethics and compliance program.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years experience handling complex investigations
  • Admission to practice law in applicable jurisdiction
  • Experience with attorney-client privilege maintenance
  • Fluency in English oral and written
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity and uncertainty

Nice-to-have

  • 10+ years of experience preferred
  • In-house experience at multinational company
  • E-discovery experience with Relativity platform
  • Compliance program development experience
  • Collaboration with government authorities

Key Requirements

  • Law degree from accredited university
  • Good standing with relevant bar association
  • 7+ years in investigations or litigation
  • Experience reporting to senior stakeholders
  • Matrixed environment experience

Work Rights

Preference given to designated groups under Employment Equity plan; Not specified for others

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