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William Campbell

@williamcampbell1

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Compliance Officer and Counsel with expertise in regulatory matters.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that allows me to leverage my legal expertise in compliance and governance while contributing to a dynamic team focused on ethical business practices.

I am a dedicated Compliance Officer and Counsel with a Juris Doctor degree from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law. My experience at KKR & Co. Inc. has equipped me with a robust understanding of regulatory frameworks and corporate governance. I have successfully advised business teams and C-level executives on compliance matters, ensuring that all operations align with industry regulations.

Throughout my career, I have conducted thorough due diligence for potential transactions, drafted essential legal documents, and implemented best practices in compliance. My role has also involved leading governance meetings and preparing detailed committee materials, which has honed my organizational and leadership skills. I am passionate about fostering a culture of compliance and integrity within organizations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Compliance Officer & Counsel

KKR & Co. Inc.

Aug 2021 - Apr 2025 (3 years 8 months)

Advised business teams and C-level executives on regulatory, fund, and corporate governance matters. Conducted due diligence for potential transactions, ensuring compliance with regulations or agreements. Supported regulatory filings (10K, ADV, Form PF), and assisted with regulatory exams, inspections, and audits.

Regulatory Compliance Corporate Governance Due Diligence Legal Research Policy Development Risk Management Audit

Legal & Compliance Intern

KKR & Co. Inc.

Jan 2020 - Aug 2021 (1 year 7 months)

Drafted and reviewed confidentiality agreements, formation documents, and investment contracts. Supported the Credit and Private Equity teams by performing pre-investment legal/regulatory diligence. Provided AML/KYC transactional support, legal entity management and fund documentation.

Contract Drafting Legal Diligence KYC Legal Research Compliance Private Equity Credit

President

Hastings Business Law Society

May 2019 - May 2020 (1 year)

Directed the executive board, and oversaw budgeting, marketing, fundraising and mentorship programs. Organized practice area specific panels with industry professionals, prestigious alumni and faculty. Advised members on available classes, extracurriculars and career paths within business law.

Leadership Budgeting Marketing Fundraising Mentorship Event Planning Public Speaking Business Law Career Counseling Program Management

Summer Legal Associate

Salesforce, Inc.

May 2019 - Aug 2019 (3 months)

Reviewed, drafted and negotiated corporate commercial contracts, service agreements and purchase orders. Conducted legal research and drafted issue specific memos for Commercial, Procurement, and Product Legal. Assisted the Salesforce Ventures and Corporate Securities teams, and completed an M&A Bootcamp.

Contract Negotiation Legal Research M&A Corporate Law Commercial Contracts Securities Law Legal Drafting

Operational Effectiveness: Contract Analyst

Hilton Worldwide, Inc.

Jan 2017 - Jul 2017 (6 months)

Conducted labor based financial audits on full-service Hilton hotels. Increased hotel efficiency analyzing the use of allocated labor hours and system processes. Calculated new labor-cost baseline to optimally schedule staff producing multimillion dollar savings.

Financial Audit Labor Analysis Process Improvement Cost Optimization Data Analysis Hotel Operations Performance Optimization Strategic Planning Budget Management

Operations Manager

Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts

Dec 2014 - Jan 2017 (2 years 1 month)

Managed staff, ensuring compliance with arrival/departure, billing, credit and security standards. Oversaw budget, payroll, purchase orders and incentive program for 15+ person front desk team. Audited financial reports highlighting each day’s successes and opportunities.

Operations Management Budget Management Payroll Financial Reporting Customer Service Conflict Resolution Hotel Operations Team Leadership Auditing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of California, Hastings College of the Law

Juris Doctor, Law

Activities and societies: Communications and Entertainment Law Journal: Executive Editor

Obtained a Juris Doctor with a concentration in Business Law. Served as Executive Editor for the Communications and Entertainment Law Journal.

The Pennsylvania State University

Bachelor of Science, Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Management

Activities and societies: Dean's List: 2011, 2013, 2014

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Management, with a minor in Labor Studies and Employment Relations. Achieved Dean's List honors in 2011, 2013, and 2014.