Director & Senior Counsel, Mondelēz International

Governance & Sustainability

$141-246.8k

+ Bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results + Long-term incentive program

Senior and Expert level

Chicago

American multinational confectionery, food, and beverage

Open for applications

American multinational confectionery, food, and beverage

1001+ employees

B2CRetailFoodManufacturing

Open for applications

$141-246.8k

+ Bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results + Long-term incentive program

Senior and Expert level

Chicago

1001+ employees

B2CRetailFoodManufacturing

Company mission

To empower people to snack right.

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

Juris Doctor with strong academic credentials from a nationally recognized law school
Licensed to practice law in Illinois or eligible for admission upon hire
5 years + practicing U.S. Corporate Governance law as well as experience practicing in ESG
Prior major law firm experience or relevant in-house legal experience is preferred
Board advisory experience, combined with a strong grasp of corporate governance
Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills, with ability to quickly assess and advise on risk
Strong communication skills and ability to interact with all organizational levels, including senior management
Excellent organizational, project management, and technological skills to maintain complex records and systems
Highest level of integrity and trust
Resourcefulness, including relevant new technologies and systems

What the job involves

The Senior Counsel, Governance & Sustainability will report to the VP & Chief Counsel, Governance, Sustainability and Assistant Corporate Secretary
The Senior Counsel has primary responsibilities for managing and supporting all aspects of the Mondelēz global corporate governance operations, as well supporting sustainability legal matters
Assist, in close coordination with the Corporate Secretary and Assistant Corporate Secretary, on board and committee related matters, annual meeting of shareholders, shareholder engagement and corporate governance developments
Partner with the Board of Directors and business leaders across the Company to design and facilitate effective meetings for the Board and its committees, which includes drafting agendas, preparing and reviewing board mailing materials, resolutions, minutes, and other meeting materials to ensure compliance with corporate law
Manage board and committee meeting logistics and facilitate board communications
Facilitate the orientation of new Directors and assist in Director training and development
Identify, evaluate, and address issues of legal risk in corporate governance context and maintain key corporate documents and records
Drive efficiencies in Mondelez’s global subsidiary management, equity management, and governance processes and provide counsel to Mondelez’s subsidiaries, regions, and business units on corporate governance and Board reporting matters
Provide additional support on other matters and assume other responsibilities, as assigned
Identify, evaluate and address issues of legal risk and compliance in a rapidly evolving sustainability landscape
Provide enabling legal counsel on sustainability-related goals, initiatives, policies and communications, including annual reports and other materials, to identify and mitigate potential risks
Assess and advise on sustainability-related regulatory developments in jurisdictions both inside and outside the United States and partner with local legal and business teams to provide guidance at a global level

Our take

Mondelēz International is one of the biggest names in global snacking, with a presence in over 150 countries and a workforce of around 80,000 people. The company is behind some of the world's most loved treats (like Oreos, Cadbury Dairy Milk, Toblerone, and Sour Patch Kids.

It's all about creating delicious products that millions of people enjoy every day, and the company combines iconic brands with deep consumer insights to stay ahead of changing tastes. Because of this, its work doesn't just stop at snacks; it invests in innovation, research, and sustainability to keep improving and growing.

Recently, the company opened a Consumer Research Centre in Bournville, complete with high-tech kitchens and over 50 expert chocolate tasters. At the same time, it's also beginning to phase out synthetic food dyes across its candies, responding to consumer demand for more natural ingredients. It's a smart step in the right direction and one that shows Mondelēz isn't just keeping up, but shaping the future of snacking.