Associate General Counsel- Compliance

Responsibilities

The Novelis Legal team is seeking a highly experienced Associate General Counsel-Compliance to help lead and enhance its global governance, compliance and ethics programs. This role will partner closely with the Chief Compliance Officer and senior leadership to develop compliance strategy, oversee global governance programs, drive global training and awareness, and monitor evolving regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions.

The ideal candidate will bring significant in-house compliance experience, strong leadership and business acumen, and deep knowledge of global regulatory frameworks, with a demonstrated ability to translate complex legal requirements into practical business solutions while fostering a strong culture of ethics and integrity across the organization.

• Support the Chief Compliance Officer in establishing global compliance strategy and long-term priorities aligned with business objectives
• Provide strategic legal counsel to senior leadership and contribute to Board-level reporting
• Monitor global regulatory developments and advise on applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards
• Implement systems and processes to ensure ongoing compliance and risk mitigation
• Oversee development, implementation, and maintenance of compliance policies and procedures
• Identify compliance risks and implement corrective action plans to address gaps
• Support the development of compliance training and awareness programs
• Evaluate effectiveness of training programs and drive continuous improvement
• Support oversight of enterprise governance structures
• Enhance ethics programs, including ethics reporting systems, anti-retaliation measures, and conflict-of-interest processes
• Monitor developments in global trade regulations, sanctions, tariffs, and export controls
• Provide guidance to mitigate legal and regulatory risks across regions

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and active bar license in good standing in at least one state
• 15+ years of experience in corporate and compliance roles, including in-house experience in a large organization
• Strong understanding of applicable laws and regulations, including anticorruption, antitrust, sanctions, environmental, and health & safety
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues, make sound decisions, and drive timely and effective action to ensure compliance and data integrity
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to translate complex legal and compliance concepts into practical, business-oriented guidance
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to anticipate risks and advise across a variety of business scenarios
• Prominent leadership capabilities and ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization, including executive leadership
• Proven relationship-building skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and regions
• Self-motivated, flexible, and able to manage multiple complex projects and competing priorities in a fast-paced, global environment
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and improving the effectiveness and maturity of compliance programs
• High attention to detail with a quality-driven approach and ability to independently identify and resolve issues