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Title
Text copied to clipboard!Senior Legal Counsel
Description
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We are looking for a highly experienced and strategic Senior Legal Counsel to join our legal team. This role is critical in providing expert legal guidance and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. The Senior Legal Counsel will work closely with executive leadership, business units, and external counsel to manage legal risks, support business operations, and contribute to the company’s overall success.
As a Senior Legal Counsel, you will be responsible for advising on a wide range of legal matters, including corporate governance, commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, employment law, intellectual property, and litigation management. You will also play a key role in developing and implementing legal strategies that align with the company’s goals and values.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate law, excellent analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. You should be proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining the highest standards of legal and ethical integrity.
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned legal professional to make a significant impact within a dynamic and growing organization. If you are passionate about the law and eager to contribute to a collaborative and forward-thinking team, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
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- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts and agreements
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies
- Manage and coordinate with external legal counsel on litigation and other legal matters
- Support corporate governance and board-related activities
- Advise on employment law issues and internal investigations
- Identify and mitigate legal risks across the organization
- Develop and implement legal policies and procedures
- Conduct legal research and stay updated on relevant legal developments
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
- Licensed to practice law in relevant jurisdiction
- Minimum of 8 years of legal experience, preferably in a corporate or law firm setting
- Strong knowledge of corporate, commercial, and regulatory law
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
- Proven ability to manage complex legal issues and projects
- High level of integrity and professional ethics
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience in managing external counsel and legal budgets
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Do you have a JD and are you licensed to practice law?
- How many years of legal experience do you have?
- Have you worked in a corporate legal department before?
- Can you describe your experience with contract negotiation?
- What is your approach to managing legal risk?
- Have you handled litigation or worked with external counsel?
- Are you familiar with employment law and internal investigations?
- How do you stay current with legal and regulatory changes?
- Can you provide an example of a complex legal issue you resolved?
- What industries have you provided legal counsel for?
