Sojitz Corporation of America · 10 hours ago
Legal and Compliance Analyst
Sojitz Corporation of America is seeking a Legal and Compliance Analyst to lead the implementation and development of compliance programs. The role involves overseeing master data management, providing paralegal assistance, and ensuring compliance with the company's policies.
Responsibilities
Assume primary responsibility for reviewing compliance forms and filings submitted to the NYLCD in accordance with the Company’s Code of Conduct, Anti-Corruption Policy, and Anti-Corruption program. Advise employees if modifications are needed or additional forms required
Communicate with business and administrative departments to ensure compliance forms are submitted accurately and reviewed in a timely manner
Make recommendations to either approve or deny transactions based on compliance risk profile
Coordinate communications (i) between the NYLCD and the Tokyo Compliance unit, and (ii) NYLCD and the subsidiaries and affiliates in the Americas Region on compliance matters, as required
Assist NYLCD in the administration of compliance training to employees through e-learning or live training, including newly acquired group companies
Interact with the New York Internal Audit and Accounting Departments to source raw data necessary to validate compliance with the Anti-Corruption procedures
Assist with the investigation of complaints received by NYLCD and preparation of reports for management
Review of legal documentation to ensure inclusion of anti-corruption clauses
Supervise NYLCD’s MDM group, which is responsible for data entry into SAP for new customers, vendors, products, materials and employees
Manage and supervise part-time staff responsible for actual data entry tasks and act as emergency backup as needed
Communicate with administrative and business teams within the Company on MDM matters
Review and revise MDM manuals from time to time
Assist with paralegal matters, as assigned, including notarizing documents, obtaining apostilles, preparing share certificates, and conducting litigation and bankruptcy searches
Preparation and review of non-disclosure and confidentiality agreements, corporate governance documents and other standard agreements under the supervision of attorneys
Assist with special projects, as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum six years' experience preferable
Proficient in SAP, Concur, Microsoft Office (e.g., Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft PowerPoint)
Japanese language skills required
Ability to demonstrate flexibility and work as a member of a team
Must possess strong analytical skills, meet deadlines and maintain confidential information
Demonstrate a cooperative attitude, strong verbal and communications skills with clients and co-workers
Preferred
Paralegal certificate preferred, or interest in obtaining paralegal certificate
Prior compliance experience preferable
Company
Sojitz Corporation of America
Sojitz Corporation of America is an international trading company that manages trading, marketing and all types of financial services.