Job Description

If you are a Regulatory Compliance legal professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, Emerson’s Global Enterprise Legal Team has an exciting leadership role for you! We are seeking a Vice President, Regulatory Compliance to lead and oversee Emerson’s global compliance strategy. In this role, you will shape and implement programs that ensure integrity, innovation, and adherence to regulatory standards worldwide. Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, you will serve as a key member of the Chief Legal Officer Leadership Team and represent the Regulatory Compliance group at the highest level.

If you are ready to expand your professional experiences, work independently and grow professionally with a thriving organization, we invite you to become a valued member of our team!

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

  • Develop and execute strategies for Emerson’s global compliance program, including international trade, antitrust/competition, anti-corruption, third-party due diligence, data privacy, product cybersecurity, AI governance, record retention, and conflict minerals.
  • Advise senior executives—including the CEO, Chief Legal Officer, and Chief Compliance Officer—on compliance matters, risks, and associated costs.
  • Lead and manage the Regulatory Compliance team to deliver practical, high-quality legal counsel aligned with business objectives.
  • Stay current on global regulatory trends, laws, and best practices to ensure Emerson remains proactive and compliant.
  • Drive process improvements and strategic initiatives to strengthen compliance programs.
  • Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and continuous learning.
  • Oversee inquiries, investigations, audits, and interactions with regulatory bodies.
  • Manage the Regulatory Compliance budget and relationships with external counsel and experts.
  • Contribute to the vision and strategy of the Global Legal and Security Department as part of the leadership team.

    • Who You Are:
    You think strategically and anticipate future challenges, creating solutions that sustain competitive advantage. You act decisively in dynamic, fast-changing environments and inspire accountability across your team. You communicate clearly and persuasively, building trust and confidence with stakeholders at all levels. You model collaboration and inclusion, ensuring diverse perspectives are valued and integrated into decision-making.

    For This Role, You Will Need:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Extensive legal experience (typically 15+ years) with substantive international regulatory compliance expertise
  • Strong knowledge of . and global compliance laws and regulations
  • Ability to work effectively with senior leadership and navigate complex business environments
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States (sponsorship is not available)
  • Willingness to travel, including internationally

    • Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

  • Juris Doctor or equivalent law degree (. law degree strongly preferred)
  • Licensed to practice law in the United States

    • Our Culture and Commitment to You:
    Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during our annual merit review process. The starting salary for this role is $229,000 - $327,000 annually and eligible for bonus and equity, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities and experience each candidate brings to a role.

    This position will be open for a minimum of 7 days from the day of the posting. Applicants are encouraged to apply early to receive optimal consideration. In compliance with the Colorado Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

    At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

    We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

    Work Authorization

    Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible.

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