Regional Business Counsel - North America

Overview

A global provider of water and hygiene solutions is seeking a Regional Business Counsel to provide practical, business-focused legal support to designated business units and related support functions. This role involves advising on a broad range of legal matters affecting day-to-day operations, with an emphasis on identifying risks, recommending solutions, and supporting execution of business priorities.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and interpret commercial agreements including sales and procurement agreements, toll-manufacturing agreements, distribution and agency contracts, non-disclosure agreements, and customer tender documentation.
• Provide ongoing general legal support on various day-to-day legal matters and projects such as claims and litigation management, capital projects, real estate, and customer and vendor issues.
• Support environmental health & safety, supply chain, and product regulatory matters.
• Coordinate with subject matter legal experts and other in-house attorneys to ensure efficient delivery of legal services.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and deploying forms, procedures, policies, training, and playbooks to create operational efficiencies in contract review for sales and sourcing teams.
• Build strong relationships with internal contacts including other attorneys, Supply Chain, Risk Management, HR, Finance, and other subject matter experts to ensure high service levels and anticipate special needs.
• Manage outside counsel effectively.

Requirements

• Strong organizational skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Ability to provide practical legal advice aligned with business priorities.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $123,690.00 to $181,412.00 plus discretionary bonuses.
• Competitive health and wellness benefits.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off including PTO, sick time, and floating holidays.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and career growth.
• Sales incentive plan.

Location

Not specified.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.