Corporate Secretary & Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer

This role is for a strategic and experienced legal professional to serve as Corporate Secretary and Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer for Manpower Group. This position is critical to ensure sound corporate governance, legal compliance, and effective board operations across our global enterprise. This role requires deep expertise in corporate law, governance, and regulatory matters, along with a collaborative mindset aligned with Manpower Group's values of people, knowledge, and innovation.

Key Accountabilities, Responsibilities

Corporate Secretary:

* Serve as the primary liaison to the Board of Directors and its committees, ensuring effective communication and governance support.

* Lead the planning and execution of board and committee meetings, including agenda development, materials preparation, and accurate minute-taking.

* Advise on governance policies, charters, and procedures in alignment with best practices and evolving regulatory standards.

* Support shareholder engagement and annual meeting logistics, including proxy preparation and disclosure compliance.

* Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external advisors to ensure timely and accurate governance reporting.

* Collaborate proactively with the Finance and Investor Relations teams to support shareholder engagement initiatives.

Regulatory Compliance:

* Oversee/Lead all SEC matters for the corporation, including ensuring timely and accurate filings, including Forms 3, 4, and 5 under Section 16.

* Oversee compliance with NYSE listing standards and other applicable regulations.

* Monitor changes in corporate governance laws and advise on implications.

* Ensure Manpower Group's compliance on other regulatory compliance matters, such as AI, Data Privacy, Sanctions, etc. This would be done in collaboration with other relevant functions within the company.

* Oversee Ethics & Compliance Program (policies, training, company-wide initiatives)

Corporate Legal Leader:

* Provide legal counsel on a wide range of corporate matters, including securities law, M&A, commercial contracts, and regulatory compliance.

* Draft, review, and negotiate complex agreements, including vendor, technology, and strategic partnership contracts.

* Support global compliance initiatives, including anti-corruption, data privacy, and employment law matters.

* Monitor legal and regulatory developments impacting the company and proactively advise leadership.

* Supervise legal aspects of franchise and trademark management.

* Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Finance, HR, Communications, and Risk to support enterprise-wide initiatives.

* Manage relationships with external counsel and oversee legal budgets related to corporate matters.

People Leadership

* Change Management:
The capability to manage and drive change within the organization. This includes being a change agent who can navigate resistance, communicate effectively, and ensure smooth transitions.

* Collaboration and Influence:
Building strong relationships across the organization and with external partners. Effective leaders can influence and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to drive initiatives forward.

* Cultural Awareness:
Understanding and respecting cultural differences in a global context. Leaders need to be culturally sensitive and able to work effectively with teams from diverse backgrounds.

Other Key Details

* Global experience:

* Understands cross-border legal risks and compliance requirements.

* Can advise on international trade laws, data privacy regulations (like GDPR), anti-corruption laws (like FCPA), and employment laws across regions.

* Functional

Collaboration:

* Align legal strategy with global business objectives.

* Anticipate legal implications of international expansion, M&A, or restructuring.

* Support global governance and risk management frameworks.

Qualifications

Required Experience & Skills

* Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; licensed to practice law in the U.S. Role will require a license to practice law in Wisconsin

* Minimum of 10 years of legal experience, including significant in-house counsel or law firm experience supporting public companies.

* Deep knowledge of corporate governance, securities law, and regulatory frameworks.

* Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact confidently with senior executives and board members.

* High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.

* Strong organizational and project management skills, with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Nice to Haves

* Experience supporting a publicly traded, global organization.

* Familiarity with NYSE and SEC reporting requirements.

* Background in employment law, ESG, or global compliance is a plus.

* Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Our Standards

* Give and seek continuous Clarity

* Care about themselves and others

* Make decisions that will Grow our business and people

Observable Skills & Behaviors

* Executive presence with the ability…