Stephen Sitley

My career is marked by driving change, developing growth and turnaround strategies, and addressing challenging legal and governance issues. Over 20 years’ expertise overseeing all legal affairs for $22B Fortune 100 company with international scope and multiple complex matters. Engaged Leader --- Highly skilled in delivering practical, business-focused results, reporting directly to CEO, and serving as chief legal advisor to C-Suite leaders and Board of Directors on enterprise-wide issues and risks. Trusted Advisor --- Accomplished collaborator with all stakeholders and influencers; model best practices to recruit, mentor and invigorate teams. Business Partner/ Ally --- Deep, substantive knowledge to advise on diverse legal matters, from corporate governance and litigation to labor law and contractual interpretations. Value Creation --- Demonstrated success navigating diverse, fast-paced business functions (retail, ecommerce, financial services, consumer products, home services, supply chain, technology, marketing and finance) to leverage resources, reduce costs and mitigate risks. Manage Risk --- Reduced outside counsel spend by more than 55% over one-year period by creating a Preferred Provider Program. Reduced single-plaintiff employment docket by 45% and class actions by 66% within 18 months by implementing company-wide arbitration and class waiver program for all employees and applicants. Core Competencies Business-Focused Solutions | Management & Budgeting | Risk Management | Corporate Governance | Litigation & Dispute Resolution | Employment Law | Intellectual Property | Privacy & Information Security | Contract Negotiations | Due Diligence | Human Resources | Mergers & Acquisitions | Labor Relations | Cost Reductions