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Title
Text copied to clipboard!Senior Corporate Counsel
Description
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We are looking for an experienced Senior Corporate Counsel to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive legal advice and support to our organization, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and managing legal risks effectively. As a Senior Corporate Counsel, you will play a critical role in advising senior management on a wide range of corporate legal matters, including mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, contract negotiation, intellectual property, employment law, and litigation management.
In this role, you will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial agreements, ensuring that the company's interests are protected and risks are minimized. You will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across various departments, including finance, human resources, operations, and sales, to provide timely and practical legal advice that supports business objectives.
You will also oversee corporate governance matters, ensuring compliance with corporate policies, procedures, and applicable laws. This includes managing board meetings, preparing board resolutions, and maintaining corporate records. Additionally, you will provide guidance on regulatory compliance issues, staying abreast of changes in laws and regulations that may impact the company's operations.
The Senior Corporate Counsel will also manage external legal counsel relationships, ensuring efficient and cost-effective legal services. You will be responsible for overseeing litigation matters, including managing litigation strategy, coordinating with external counsel, and representing the company's interests in legal proceedings.
Furthermore, you will advise on employment law matters, including employee relations, compliance with labor laws, and handling employment disputes. You will also provide guidance on intellectual property matters, including trademark and copyright protection, licensing agreements, and IP enforcement.
The successful candidate will possess excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to provide clear and concise legal advice to non-legal stakeholders. You must demonstrate strong leadership capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a proactive, detail-oriented legal professional with a passion for corporate law and compliance, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Responsibilities
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- Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts and agreements.
- Oversee corporate governance activities, including board meetings and corporate record maintenance.
- Manage litigation and dispute resolution processes, coordinating with external counsel as needed.
- Advise on employment law matters, ensuring compliance with labor regulations and handling employment disputes.
- Provide guidance on intellectual property protection, licensing, and enforcement.
- Monitor and interpret changes in laws and regulations, advising management on potential impacts.
- Collaborate with internal departments to ensure legal compliance and risk management.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in corporate law, preferably in-house or at a reputable law firm.
- Strong knowledge of corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory compliance.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
- Experience managing litigation and external legal counsel.
- Proven ability to provide practical legal advice to senior management and internal stakeholders.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience handling mergers and acquisitions?
- How do you stay updated on changes in corporate law and regulatory compliance?
- Describe a challenging legal issue you faced and how you resolved it.
- What strategies do you use to manage external legal counsel effectively?
- How do you approach advising non-legal stakeholders on complex legal matters?
