Description:

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The BNSF Railway Compliance and Audit Department ensures adherence to best practices in corporate governance, risk management, and internal controls, fostering trust and alignment with business partners. Committed to ethics and integrity, this team plays a vital role in maintaining BNSF's high standards. Their efforts are essential in upholding the company's reputation and operational excellence.

This is a full-time position located in Fort Worth, TX. Our leaders also foster a culture where work life balance, which requires flexibility for when life happens, is important and respected.

Travel is minimal.

We are seeking a seasoned legal professional to serve as Senior General Attorney II – Compliance & Anti-Fraud, a key leadership role within our Compliance & Audit Department. This position is responsible for overseeing critical compliance functions that seek to ensure ethical conduct, legal adherence, and risk mitigation across the enterprise. The successful candidate will lead initiatives that support our commitment to integrity, transparency, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:
Ethics and Compliance Program:

Oversee the development of the annual Compliance Plan and implementation of key compliance initiatives. Core functions include communication and enforcement of BNSF's Code of Conduct and associated conflict of interest disclosures, design and management of company policies and training, and establishment of effective monitoring and assessments to ensure ongoing compliance across all compliance areas.
Hotline / Ethics Line Management:
Lead a team responsible for administration of the ethics hotline, ensuring timely investigation and resolution of reported concerns. Provide regular reporting and trend analysis to leadership.
Fraud Investigation & Anti-Fraud Monitoring:
Lead internal investigations related to fraud, misconduct, and compliance violations. Develop and maintain continuous antifraud monitoring systems and controls.
Corporate Governance & Securities:
Provide legal guidance on governance matters for BNSF and its subsidiaries. Advise on securities law compliance, including SEC disclosures, filings, and investor communications.
Enterprise Risk Management:
Collaborate internally to identify, assess, and mitigate legal and compliance risks across the enterprise.

Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active bar membership required.
Minimum of 10 years of legal experience, with significant exposure to compliance, corporate governance, risk management, employment law or related fields.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex legal matters.
Exceptional communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Experience in a regulated industry or public sector environment preferred.

At BNSF, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including:

An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.
A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.
Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.
Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).
Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.
Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program)
Generous leave / time off policies.
For more information, visit Benefits.

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BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.