Commercial Attorney (Consumer Beverage Experience)

Overview

A fast-growing beverage company is seeking a Commercial Counsel to provide legal advice on distributor agreements. This role involves close collaboration with sales and leadership teams to offer guidance on key contractual terms such as termination, buyouts, intellectual property and trademark rights, as well as brand use and marketing control.

Responsibilities

• Advise on distributor agreements within a multi-tier beverage distribution system
• Partner cross-functionally with sales and leadership to provide practical, business-oriented legal guidance
• Address legal complexities related to distributor relationships in the beverage industry

Requirements

• Significant experience advising on distributor agreements
• Familiarity with multi-tier beverage systems or experience working at a beverage company operating within such a structure
• Ability to work collaboratively across functions and provide practical legal advice aligned with business needs

Position Details

• Start date: ASAP
• Commitment: Approximately 20 hours per month
• Duration: Estimated 3 months
• Work arrangement: Fully remote
• Hourly rate: $100 to $110 (based on qualifications, skillset, experience, client needs, and project requirements)

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly compensation within the stated range
• Additional benefits details available through the employer's benefits program

Location

• Remote work

This opportunity is ideal for legal professionals with expertise in beverage industry distributor agreements seeking a part-time, advisory role with flexible hours.