In-House Legal Counsel

Job Purpose

Providing legal advice and guidance to the executive team and other company departments. Supporting Global Legal Department.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and other legal documents.
• Handling employee relations and labor law issues.
• Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Managing:
  • litigation and coordination
  • mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions and coordinating external legal counsel as needed.
• Conducting legal research and staying updated on changes in laws that may affect the company.
• Design, build and improve legal department processes in consultation with Global Legal Department.
• Developing, maintaining and updating templates.
• Developing and implementing legal strategies to protect the company's interests in consultation with Global Legal Department

Please note this description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

• Education: Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
  • Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
  • License to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Experience: 5-8 years of experience in a corporate legal department or law firm.
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in a legal role, preferably within a corporate setting.
  • Experience in a specific industry relevant to the company’s operations.
• Strong background in corporate law, contract law, and compliance.
• Proficiency in managing complex legal projects and transactions.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent knowledge of corporate, contract, and regulatory law.
• Strong legal drafting and documentation skills.
• Effective communication and presentation abilities.
• High degree of professional ethics and integrity.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and translate it into sound legal advice for the business.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
• Attention to detail and a meticulous approach to work

Job Offering

• Travel:  Minimal
• Location: Dalton, Georgia
• Pay type: Salary Exempt
• Bonus:  Eligible
• Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401k, life, STD/LTD, etc....