Provide sound legal advice and guidance; evaluate complex situations and make principled decisions in keeping with Workday's core values.
Advise on regulatory matters with a focus on India and the Middle East.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Legal, People & Purpose, Internal Audit, Ethics & Compliance and other groups on risk evaluation, root cause analysis, and remediation planning.
Serve as a trusted counselor/legal leader for issues arising in India and the Middle East.
Partner with a dedicated investigator and advise on investigations performed by other teams such as Employee Relations.
Communicate findings and advice persuasively, both orally and in writing.
Requirements
Law degree (e.g., LLB, JD, LLM) from a recognized university and active enrollment with a State Bar Council in India, demonstrating the ability to practice law in India.
12+ years of relevant legal experience, with a focus on investigations, regulatory law, or a combination.
Demonstrated experience conducting internal investigations, including planning, interviewing, and reporting.
Strong investigative interview skills.
Excellent judgment and decision-making skills.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize and work independently.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively and present information cross-functionally.
Proactive and resourceful approach to problem-solving.
Unquestioned integrity, credibility and judgment.
Experience with forensic investigations and data collection is a plus.
Experience with SaaS, web technologies, cloud technologies/platforms and/or mobile space is a plus.
Experience at a large public company is a plus.
Experience conducting investigations cross-culturally is a plus.
Maintain a positive attitude and create a mutually respectful tone in interviews and other challenging conversations.