AVP, Senior Compliance Counsel

Realty Income aims to be a globally recognized leader in the S&P 100, committed to creating long-term value for all stakeholders. These stakeholders include our dedicated team members, who embody our purpose: building enduring relationships and brighter financial futures. This guiding principle serves as a beacon for our team, influencing every action we take.

Our employees consistently invest their time, commitment, and dedication into the company, and in turn, they receive investment returns in the form of purpose, belonging, and opportunities for advancement. 

We are committed to best-in-class corporate responsibility practices through environmental initiatives, governance programs, and community outreach projects. From the boardroom to the breakroom, our team members make a difference every day. 

The AVP, Senior Compliance Counsel will be responsible for leading Realty Income's global compliance efforts regarding general business compliance and ethics, including Code of Ethics, vendor management, anti-trust / competition, privacy, conflicts of interests, US Anti-Discrimination Act compliance, and social media.

The role is within the Legal & Compliance department with an opportunity to (re)design General Business Compliance in a listed company and commercial environment. It sits alongside colleagues with responsibility for Anti-Financial Crime (AML, ABC) and Financial Services Regulation (Fund, Commercial Lending). Based in our San Diego office, the individual can expect to deal regularly with C-suite colleagues.  

What you will be working on: 

Compliance Advisory & Operations  

• Providing daily advice across the business on all areas of General Business Compliance, including policies and procedures.  

• Developing and implementing policies and procedures on General Business Compliance in line with Realty Income's compliance framework.  

• Managing relevant external/regulatory reporting, preparation of internal reports and KPIs/KRIs, and liaison with key business partners on reporting.  

Compliance Risk Management & Assurance  

• Running annual or scheduled assessments of General Business Compliance risks to help develop policies, procedures, and controls.  

• Undertaking General Compliance 2nd line reviews, supporting General Business Compliance internal audits, and overseeing management action plans.  

Compliance Investigation & Awareness  

• Dealing with escalations, investigations, and root-cause analysis into incidents and breaches, and presenting findings to relevant departments / groups.  

• Organizing and delivering training (in-person, online, audio), guidance documents, and communications on General Business Compliance areas.  

Must have knowledge, skills and abilities for the role: 

• We expect at least 10 years' General Business Compliance experience in an international organization.   

• Formal Legal (Attorney) qualification and Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.  

• Strong knowledge of General Business Compliance requirements is required, with international subject matter expertise beneficial.  

• Proven capability of managing leaders, representing the wider Compliance & Ethics team and Global Head of Compliance as needed.   

• Ability to communicate with and engage stakeholders at all levels and across all departments on compliance topics effectively.  

• Project management, multitasking, and using initiative to progress the team's Global Compliance plan.  

• Proficiency in analyzing and synopsizing complex situations into recommendations and action.  

Desirable but not essential:  

• A professional compliance qualification (e.g., IAPP, ACFE, SSCE) and/or risk management qualification (e.g., ICA, PRMA) is preferred.  

• Some financial services (banking, asset management) and real estate industry experience is beneficial.  

• International subject matter expertise is beneficial.  

• Previous experience participating in / directing an ethics program and Code of Business Ethics design is preferred.  

• Previous people management experience is preferable as the team grows.  

What You’ll get in Return:   

• Competitive Salary including potential for bonus and stock awards.  

• Best-in-class Benefit Package  

• Collaborative, team-oriented environment  

• Opportunities for Continuing Professional Development  

Additional information can be obtained from the corporate website at www.realtyincome.com.  

This position is based in our San Diego (Del Mar area) headquarters. Monday - Thursday are in-office for collaboration, with the opportunity to work remotely on Friday.     

The pay range for this role is $153,658 - $193,335 - $252,810.

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Offers near the high end are uncommon but may be considered for candidates with exceptional experience and skills and are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. You may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and an annual discretionary stock award, to be discussed during the interview process. An annual pay rate and total compensation package is generally determined by the candidate's experience, knowledge, education, skills, performance, and abilities, as well as internal equity, company performance, and alignment with market data.
 
We offer a best-in-class benefits package that includes healthcare, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents. Our 401(k)-retirement plan has a company match of 50% up to 6% of eligible compensation. Realty Income also offers other wellness, financial, and work/lifestyle-specific benefits, along with 12 PTO hours every month; in addition to 12 paid holidays, and paid volunteer time. Realty Income’s purpose is to build enduring relationships and brighter financial futures, and this starts with you!

Realty Income is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you require accessibility support to submit your application or other reasonable accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact talent@realtyincome.com, or call 800-375-6700. An employee will respond to your message to begin the interactive process. Please note that this phone number and email address are only for individuals seeking a disability accommodation when applying for a job.