Legal Counsel

Overview

This role supports the organization as Legal Counsel reporting directly to the General Counsel. It is a remote position focused primarily on commercial transactions.

• Approximately 75% of responsibilities involve commercial transactions, including drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing a broad range of commercial agreements.
• Additional work includes advising on compliance, corporate governance, and strategic business initiatives.

Location

Virtual U.S. position; preferred work location/time zone is Eastern (EST/ET) or Central (CST/CT).

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a variety of commercial agreements, including:
  • Customer contracts
  • Vendor agreements
  • Non-disclosure agreements
  • Consulting agreements
  • Other business contracts
• Advise business leaders on commercial, operational, compliance, and corporate matters.
• Identify legal risks and provide solutions aligned with business objectives.
• Collaborate with Sales, Procurement, Finance, Human Resources, Information Security, and other cross-functional teams to facilitate business transactions.
• Assist with managing litigation, claims, disputes, and outside legal counsel.
• Support corporate governance activities, including legal entity management, corporate records, and board documentation.
• Assist with mergers, acquisitions, integrations, and other strategic business initiatives as needed.
• Monitor changes in applicable laws and regulations and advise business leaders on potential impacts.
• Develop, review, and update corporate policies, contract templates, and legal procedures.
• Support compliance initiatives, including ethics, anti-corruption, privacy, and regulatory compliance programs.
• Participate in internal investigations and provide legal guidance for risk mitigation.
• Provide legal training and education to business leaders and associates on key legal and compliance topics.
• Perform other legal duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school required.
• Active license to practice law and member in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.
• 5+ years of legal experience in a law firm or corporate environment handling corporate law matters, with a focus on commercial transactions.
• Strong understanding of intellectual property, data protection and privacy laws.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and drafting skills.
• Ability to work independently with a commitment to client services, and also collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Superior attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience with common business software tools, such as Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Hands-on experience drafting, negotiating, and managing all aspects of commercial transactions.
  • International and/or governmental contract experience helpful.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) required.

Preferred Qualifications

• International and/or governmental contract experience helpful.

Competencies / Skills

• Business Partnership: Provides practical, solution-oriented legal guidance that supports business objectives while managing risk.
• Legal Judgment: Applies sound legal analysis and professional judgment to evaluate complex issues and recommend solutions.
• Negotiation & Communication: Negotiates contracts effectively and communicates legal concepts clearly to legal and non-legal audiences.
• Risk Management: Identifies legal, regulatory, and commercial risks and develops proactive strategies to minimize exposure.
• Integrity & Professionalism: Demonstrates the highest ethical standards, maintains confidentiality, and exercises sound judgment.

Decision Making Authority

• Determines appropriate legal positions and contract language within established company guidelines.
• Advises business leaders on legal risk, contractual obligations, and compliance requirements.
• Recommends legal strategies to mitigate business and regulatory risk.
• Escalates significant legal, regulatory, litigation, or compliance matters to the General Counsel as appropriate.
• Selects and manages outside counsel within approved scope and budget.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Multiple medical plan options to fit you and your family’s needs
• HSA & HRA company contributions
• Dental coverage, including orthodontic benefits, and vision plans

Company-paid benefits

• Basic Life, AD&D
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid time off and retirement

• Generous paid time off — 3 weeks PTO plus company holidays and floating holidays
• 401k with company match
• Paid maternity leave

Additional benefits

• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Voluntary benefits including Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance, Homeowners and Auto Insurance, Supplemental Life and AD&D coverage, and Legal Services
• Commuter benefits
• And much more