Corporate Counsel - Commercial Contracts (Contract, Remote, Full-time)

Overview

This role is for an experienced Corporate Counsel focused on Commercial Contracts for a full-time contract engagement with a global industrial manufacturing company. You will be an integral member of the organization’s legal team, primarily responsible for drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and advising on a broad range of commercial agreements supporting both domestic and international operations.

The ideal candidate will have substantial in-house experience partnering with business stakeholders to provide practical, business-oriented legal guidance. While commercial contracting is the primary focus, the role also includes advising internal clients on day-to-day legal matters such as employment and HR issues, compliance, and general corporate counseling.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage commercial agreements, including:
  • Customer sales and supply agreements
  • Procurement and vendor agreements
  • Manufacturing and production agreements
  • Distribution and channel partner agreements
  • Logistics and transportation agreements
  • Master service agreements and statements of work
  • Non-disclosure agreements
  • Technology, software, and SaaS agreements
• Provide practical legal advice to business and operational teams on day-to-day commercial and operational matters.
• Advise HR and management on employment-related issues, including workplace policies, employee relations, and other routine employment matters.
• Support compliance matters and assist with corporate policies and risk management initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify legal risks and develop practical business solutions.

Requirements

• 10+ years of legal experience, with substantial in-house commercial contracting experience.
• Prior experience supporting a manufacturing, industrial, engineering, or similarly complex operating business strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience drafting, negotiating, and advising on sophisticated commercial agreements.
• Experience serving as a trusted legal advisor to business and operational leaders.
• Working knowledge of employment law and HR-related legal issues in an in-house environment preferred.
• Experience advising on corporate compliance matters is a plus.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-management skills.
• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: Annualized pay for this contract position ranges from $180,000 to $225,000 when calculated on a full-time basis.
  • Pay for contract roles is based on factors including work experience, qualifications, credentials, location, market supply/demand, and candidate preference (each candidate’s pay rate can affect the client bill rate).
• Benefits:
  • Complimentary professional liability insurance coverage.
  • Contract professionals are usually W2 employees and are eligible for full benefits when working in roles for 20 hours per week.
  • Benefits-eligible professionals receive complimentary Group Life, LTD and AD&D.
  • A qualified 401k plan is available.
  • Benefits-eligible attorneys also receive a CLE and Professional Expense stipend.

Location

• Remote

Position Details

• Title: Corporate Counsel – Commercial Contracts
• Type of Role: Contract engagement
• Schedule: Full-Time (32–40 hours per week)
• Duration: Approximately 3 months, with the potential for extension and the possibility of permanent employment.