Sr. Corporate Counsel

Overview

A leading precision automotive and industrial components organization is seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel for its office in Schaumburg, Illinois (a suburb of Chicago). This role offers a hybrid work environment, initially requiring 3-4 days per week onsite for the first three to six months, then transitioning to twice a week thereafter. The position includes a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and finalize business-to-business contracts and licenses; assist in resolving customer issues.
• Resolve disputes with vendors, suppliers, contractors, subcontractors, and other business partners.
• Provide legal support and review/preparation of contracts for manufacturing suppliers.
• Support stakeholders with facility and service contract matters.
• Advise stakeholders on contracts, regulatory requirements, and other issues to support daily business operations.
• Assist with management of the internal customs/paralegal team.
• Support Corporate Human Resources and Finance regarding company policies, corporate governance, internal controls, and cybersecurity issues.
• Participate in surveys and audits with customers, suppliers, and external auditors.
• Manage content and operations of contract lifecycle management systems.
• Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders and clients on legal matters and corporate governance.
• Stay informed about regulatory issues affecting business operations.
• Model behaviors that support the organization's code of conduct and principles.

Experience with United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), U.S. Customs, Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ), and supply chain partners from the United States, Japan, and Southeast Asia is preferred.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited college or university.
• Licensed to practice law in Illinois; operations also in Michigan, Indiana, Georgia, and Alabama.
• Minimum of five (5) years of prior experience in a law firm or corporate legal setting; at least three (3) years of corporate/in-house counsel experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills to manage complex situations and represent the organization in leadership meetings and external interactions.
• Critical thinking with the ability to proactively identify and mitigate issues while driving timely results.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Ability to collaborate, influence, and negotiate by building strong internal relationships.
• Organized, detail-oriented, reliable, and capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Location

Schaumburg, Illinois (suburb of Chicago)

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary and excellent benefits package offered.