John Slaight
About John Slaight
John Slaight is a Compliance Attorney at Thomson Reuters, where he has worked since 2017. He specializes in regulatory compliance, project management, and training, leveraging his legal education and experience to support Fortune Global 500 banks.
Work at Thomson Reuters
John Slaight has served as a Compliance Attorney at Thomson Reuters since 2017. In this role, he operates within the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area, focusing on legal compliance matters. His responsibilities include maintaining and expanding a research database that supports Fortune Global 500 banks in their legal and policy decision-making processes. Slaight also provides training for new team members, emphasizing regulatory compliance and data privacy tools.
Education and Expertise
John Slaight earned his Bachelor's degree in International Relations from Carleton College, where he studied from 2001 to 2005. He furthered his education at William Mitchell College of Law, obtaining his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from 2010 to 2013. His academic background supports his expertise in legal compliance and regulatory matters.
Agile Methodology Implementation
Slaight implemented the Agile methodology across a team of 40 people, significantly enhancing project management efficiency. His role as a Scrum master involves facilitating Agile product management processes, which contributes to improved team collaboration and project outcomes.
Training and Development
In his current position, John Slaight plays a crucial role in training new team members. He focuses on equipping them with knowledge in regulatory compliance and data privacy tools, ensuring that the team is well-prepared to meet compliance standards and navigate legal challenges.