Legal Chief of Staff

At TransUnion, we empower our associates to take control of their professional development, fostering a culture of innovation and growth. Here, you will work alongside dedicated professionals, utilize cutting-edge technology, and be part of a team that values collaboration and leadership at all levels.

 You’ll Bring

• Educational Background: Juris Doctor (JD) degree required with 12+ years of legal experience, including significant commercial, regulatory, and strategic work.
• Leadership: Proven ability to operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with executive and strategic responsibilities.
• Analytical Skills: Strong organizational, analytical, and decision-making abilities to manage complex workflows effectively.
• Collaboration: A team-oriented mindset with the ability to foster trusted relationships across all organizational levels.
• Executive Management: Experience in strategic planning, operations, HR strategy, people management, and budget oversight (up to $100M) is preferred.

Strategic Leadership

• Oversee and direct the global Legal, Risk, and Compliance (LRC) Department’s strategy, planning, and legal operations.
• Serve as the principal advisor to the CLO, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and enterprise objectives.
• Lead the creation and execution of the LRC Department's three-year strategic plan and performance tracking against formal goals.

Operational Oversight

• Manage LRC Department operations, including personnel allocation, global budgeting, vendor engagements, and outside counsel relationships.
• Act as the main point of engagement for TransUnion’s Global Leadership Team, escalating critical matters to the CLO as needed.
• Support the Corporate Secretary group with Board planning, reporting, and departmental contributions.

Communications and Engagement

• Develop and manage all departmental communication strategies, including CLO messaging, internal communications, global town halls, and engagement initiatives.

Human Resources and Budgeting

• Collaborate with HR and Finance leaders on personnel strategies, including resource allocation and talent management.
• Oversee the LRC Department’s financial management, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Legal Counsel

• Provide proactive legal guidance to stakeholders while maintaining confidentiality on sensitive matters.
• Ensure that senior leaders and management understand the implications of legal and regulatory matters.