Primary functions: The EMEA Ethics and Compliance Counsel is responsible for providing strategic regional leadership in the deployment of Eaton’s EMEA ethics & compliance program, leading some aspects of Eaton Compliance programs, for independently leading (complex) investigations, providing recommendations to regional leaders, and for designing and providing compliance program items, training and communications that support Eaton Ethics and Compliance Strategy and maintain or reinforce a culture of compliance. Essential functions: Carry out all ethics and compliance responsibilities delegated. Oversee and independently manages - also complex - investigations of ethics matters. Oversee countries or region, defining the specific program applicable to these, frequently developing new concepts and solutions. Convey complex information, develops communication strategies, and persuades significantly diverse audiences. Act as a resource to employees and leaders for inquiries regarding ethics and compliance. Where appropriate, own one or several regional or global compliance initiative(s), define their components, implementation deadlines and go-to-market milestones. Develop strategy or serve as point of contact and coordinate with the Ethics Office in effectively communicating ethics and compliance policies, procedures and practices to employees through publications, training and education programs. Compile, analyze and report on matters affecting ethics and compliance, including trends and best practices for the Board of Director’ report. Act as a matter subject expert on key compliance component or expertise needed for the well performance of the tasks, such as Anticorruption, Data Protection or Employment / disciplinary laws. Design and develop all Region-specific ethics and compliance programs. Monitor and analyze regulatory updates from government agencies and determine the potential impact of any regulatory changes to both the compliance and ethics program and the business. Develop and implement internal controls, development, review and maintenance of data-driven metrics that will provide actionable insight for the continual development and effectiveness of the ethics and compliance programs. Qualifications Law degree in any EMEA jurisdiction 7+ years working and area of experience Technical knowledge: European attorney of law required. Civil or business law qualified lawyer, with significant experience in Europe / EMEA required. Any additional qualification, ideally European, eventually international, is a plus. Working experience with European labor laws is a strong plus. Experience with European works councils and employees representatives. Minimum of one - ideally two - European language(s) in addition to English required. Soft skills: A role model for integrity, cultivates an inclusive culture and environment. Results-driven with the ability to take initiative, handle multiple tasks and shifting priorities. Continuous-improvement mindset. Strong project management and organization skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment across different work streams Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to interpret trends or patterns in complicated data sets, synthesizing and communicating results. Strong cross/multi-cultural background and experience; sensitive to cultural differences Strong diplomatic skills, patience, modesty, ability to find a solution through creative ways with the minimum of damage to the business. Will and energy to develop thorough knowledge of business operations, standards, values, code of ethics and regulations affecting ethics and compliance. Interest in developing knowledge in key compliance risk areas. Across Eaton we value the following attributes in our people and the successful incumbent will be expected to demonstrate these in their approach to their day to day work: Transparency - We say what we think. We make it ok to disagree. Accountability - We seek responsibility and take ownership. We do what we say. Passionate - We care deeply about what we do. We set high expectations and we perform. Learner - We are curious, adaptable and willing to teach what we know. Efficient - We value speed and simplicity. Ethical - We play by the rules and act with integrity. We are proud of our actions. Candidate applying to the vacancy will be subject of the background screening. – if applicable #LI-LG1 What you will get from us Eaton’s mission is to improve the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technologies and services. We provide sustainable solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power – more safely, more efficiently and more reliably. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. Eaton’s 2020 revenues were $17.9 billion, and we sell products to customers in more than 175 countries. We have approximately 85,000 employees. We make work exciting, engaging and meaningful for our employees through our dedication to tackling some of the toughest power management challenges on the planet and by never losing sight of what matters. Our culture is built on a strong commitment to practicing our core values and supporting our employees with the tools they need to succeed. We pledge to always foster a diverse and inclusive environment, including inclusion resource groups that bring together employees who share a common purpose, interest or background. In the past year, our company has received top employment recognition by the Human Rights Campaign and almost fifty percent of our Board of Directors represented diverse groups. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger. We have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the recent announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company’s operations by at least 50 percent by 2030. We are ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and committed to learning. We are confident we can deliver on our promise to improve the quality of life and the environment because of the attributes that our employees embody. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Job: Legal Region: Europe, Middle East, Africa Organization: Corporate Sector Job Level: Individual Contributor Schedule: Full-time Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: Yes Does this position offer relocation?: No Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time