Overview
An established leadership development organization for girls is seeking a Vice President, Associate General Counsel to join their Office of the General Counsel. This role provides legal expertise supporting supply chain and E-commerce operations related to a major product line, including negotiating commercial agreements, advising on regulatory and operational matters, and managing legal risks and disputes.
Responsibilities
- Lead negotiation, drafting, execution, and closing of commercial agreements supporting supply chain, vendor, supplier, logistics, shipping, distribution, payment processors/providers, and E-commerce/retail operations.
- Advise on supply chain operations, compliance, regulatory requirements, and supplier relationships.
- Provide legal guidance to business leadership on operational and strategic decisions, supporting transformational initiatives.
- Deliver practical, business-oriented legal advice to identify, assess, and mitigate legal and commercial risks.
- Monitor regulatory developments related to food law, E-commerce compliance, consumer protection, and omni-channel retail experiences.
- Collaborate with supply chain, retail, and E-commerce teams to enhance compliance and innovation.
- Manage and oversee outside counsel related to commercial disputes and litigation.
- Ensure legal documents are updated regularly to reflect best practices.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and active bar license in New York or another U.S. state.
- Minimum of 7 years of relevant legal experience combining law firm and in-house roles.
- At least 5 years of experience in commercial contracting, procurement, supply chain, or related industries, including a minimum of 2 years in consumer packaged goods (CPG) with experience in co-manufacturing agreements and labeling reviews.
- Extensive experience drafting and negotiating vendor/supplier agreements, purchase orders, manufacturing/distribution contracts, NDAs, MSAs, service agreements, logistics/trade compliance matters, and risk assessment/mitigation.
- Strong understanding of legal risks in food-related operations and retail law.
- Preferred FDA regulatory experience, especially in food labeling, ingredient statements, allergen disclosures, claims review, and compliance for packaged food.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to analyze, interpret, and communicate legal strategies to non-lawyer colleagues.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead cross-functional projects.
- Ability to work independently and exercise judgment in a fast-paced environment.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency with Office 365 or similar productivity suites.
- Competency in PowerPoint or similar presentation software.
- Competency in Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet software.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $165,000 - $200,000 (applicable to NYC Metro-based employees on a hybrid schedule; actual pay varies based on experience).
- Paid time off: 20 days PTO, 2 floating holidays, 9 workplace holidays, plus year-end office closure between Christmas and New Year's.
- Medical and behavioral health coverage with plan options for individuals and families, including wellness, hospitalization, and fertility assistance; partial premium subsidy.
- Dental and vision coverage.
- Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) including dependent care and limited FSAs.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- 12 weeks paid parental leave.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Health and wellness classes and activities throughout the year.
Location & Work Environment
- This is a remote, full-time position.
- Standard workdays are Monday through Friday; occasional evening and weekend work may be required.
- Travel requirements are minimal (0-10%).
Equal Opportunity
The organization is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.