Regional Ethics & Compliance Director (Hybrid)

Cisco Systems, Inc; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 240,000 - 304,000; Full time

Job summary

Cisco Systems, Inc. in Austin, TX, seeks a seasoned Director, Associate General Counsel, Regional Compliance to lead Cisco's regional Ethics & Compliance program.

You will advise executives, shape strategy, and drive risk mitigation across EMEA, APJC and LATAM while collaborating with the broader Regulatory & Compliance team. The role requires a JD (or equivalent), 12+ years in ethics/compliance, and proven leadership in cross-functional, global environments; strong analytics and communication

Qualifications

• JD, LLB, or equivalent law degree required.
• 12+ years of Ethics & Compliance, Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management experience.
• Experience in technology/telecommunications or multinational corporate environments.
• Proven leadership in regulator, external stakeholder, industry, and customer conversations.
• Proficiency using technology and AI to streamline processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee Cisco’s Regional Ethics & Compliance team, programs, strategies, approaches, and processes.
• Advise senior executives on compliance risks, stakeholder expectations, and regulatory developments.
• Manage compliance through data analytics, including metrics to track effectiveness and identify trends.
• Drive continuous improvement into compliance programs and scalability of processes.
• Present to senior executives on complex compliance risks and strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Data analytics

Communication skills

Presentation to executives

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree

Tools

Technology & AI tools

Job description

Cisco Systems, Inc. in Austin, TX, seeks a seasoned Director, Associate General Counsel, Regional Compliance to lead Cisco's regional Ethics & Compliance program.

You will advise executives, shape strategy, and drive risk mitigation across EMEA, APJC and LATAM while collaborating with the broader Regulatory & Compliance team. The role requires a JD (or equivalent), 12+ years in ethics/compliance, and proven leadership in cross-functional, global environments; strong analytics and communication