Compliance Counsel (Remote)

About KnowBe4

KnowBe4, the provider of the world's largest security awareness training and simulated phishing platform, is used by tens of thousands of organizations around the globe. KnowBe4 enables organizations to manage the ongoing problem of social engineering by helping them train employees to make smarter security decisions, every day.

Fortune has ranked us as a best place to work for women, for millennials, and in technology for four years in a row! We have been certified as a "Great Place To Work" in 8 countries, plus we've earned numerous other prestigious awards, including Glassdoor's Best Places To Work.

Our team values radical transparency, extreme ownership, and continuous professional development in a welcoming workplace that encourages all employees to be themselves. Whether working remotely or in-person, we strive to make every day fun and engaging; from team lunches to trivia competitions to local outings, there is always something exciting happening at KnowBe4.

Remote positions open to the US only.

The Compliance Counsel will be responsible for managing and enhancing various compliance initiatives. This involves co-developing and implementing internal controls to ensure that management and employees understand and adhere to legal and regulatory requirements. This role will also advise on various laws and regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Advise the company regarding economic sanctions, export and import compliance, antitrust, anti-corruption/bribery, anti-money laundering, privacy, and other ethics and compliance regulations that affect the business 
• Support encryption export classifications and various reports to the U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security and the Office of Foreign Assets Control
• Manage and conduct restricted party screenings 
• Collaborate with other personnel to implement, manage, and enhance all policies/protocols/SOPs to ensure best in class risk mitigation and legal compliance
• Identify potential risk areas, deficiencies in current compliance related practices and assist with developing appropriate program modifications and related activities to prevent and discover illegal or unethical conduct
• Provide education and guidance to employees on ethics and compliance matters
• Implement and maintain systems and company programs to address defined compliance risk areas and measure compliance program effectiveness
• Conduct routine audits on company’s adherence to compliance policies
• Assist in responding to suspected violations of company policies by managing and conducting end-to-end investigations and recommending corrective actions, as appropriate
• Assess and monitor changes in all relevant laws, regulations and rules
• Collaborate with internal and/or external attorneys on compliance related legal activities
• Develop, implement, manage and enhance various compliance initiatives
• Support the management of the Whistleblower Hotline, as requested

Qualifications:

• Licensed Attorney in good standing
• Must have a law degree from an ABA accredited school
• Must be admitted to a recognized bar
• 1+ years of experience in legal compliance working for a U.S. headquartered SaaS company with international presence.
• Knowledge of SaaS technology/cybersecurity industry
• Strong verbal and written communications
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, along with the ability to communicate effectively with others at all levels of the organization
• Excellent time management and organization skills
• Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships between the organization’s business units
• Ability to work both independently and as a team
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to handle high volumes of work at a fast pace

The base pay for this position ranges from $80,000 - $90,000, which will vary depending on how well an applicant's skills and experience align with the job description listed above.

We will accept applications until 12/15/2024.

Our Fantastic Benefits

We offer company-wide bonuses based on monthly sales targets, employee referral bonuses, adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement, certification reimbursement, certification completion bonuses, and a relaxed dress code - all in a modern, high-tech, and fun work environment. For more details about our benefits in each office location, please visit www.knowbe4.com/careers/benefits.

Note: An applicant assessment and background check may be part of your hiring procedure.

Individuals seeking employment at KnowBe4 are considered without prejudice to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please visit www.knowbe4.com/careers/request-accommodation.

No recruitment agencies, please.