JOB SUMMARY

This position is part of the Corporate Legal team that oversees mergers and acquisitions (“M&A”), joint ventures and investments.  A primary focus of this position is to support other, more senior professionals, in providing legal advice and recommendations for action to executives and management. Research legal principles and precedents and apply knowledge of one or more legal specialties. Gather relevant matter-related information and draft legal documents. Counsel and advise senior leaders and management on legal matters and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Provide work guidance to paraprofessionals and support staff in developing solutions to problems presented.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Actively and consistently support all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience.Gather relevant related information and draft, negotiate, and prepare transaction documents on complex legal issues with no or very limited direction Organize the development of plans related to the assigned area and provide direction to attorneys, paralegals, legal staff, and internal clientsSupport various business units by assessing legal risk and providing legal solutions to business issuesMeet with business clients and third partiesAdvise management on legal matters and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulationsProvide legal advice and counsel for complex matters to the assigned business unit senior leadership or other client groups as neededProvide work guidance to support staff in developing solutions to problems presentedResearch and draft summaries of complex legal issuesPrepare analysis on topics related to assigned areas and present it to leadershipCoordinate and manage outside counselResearch and interpret legal principles and precedents and draft plans and/or agreements to resolve matters by applying knowledge of one or more legal specialtiesInteract regularly with internal clients and understand the interworking, challenges, and goals of the business unitDraft, review, and negotiate contracts and other legal documents to ensure the company’s full legal rights have been metEvaluate existing policies, procedures, and applicable training for the Company including related areas of legal/business practicesWork with attorneys in other legal practice areas and business units to proactively identify and address key legal issues for managementKeep informed of industry-specific regulations and ensure that appropriate risk management strategies are in placeProvides employees with business knowledge and contextPrepare and present compliance and legal briefings to managementHire, train, supervise, and evaluate a dedicated legal staff comprised of attorneys, paralegals, and administrative personnelDemonstrate a commitment to personal and professional development and ensures the team feels supported to do likewiseProactively builds talent and fills existing capability gapsAdvocate on behalf of the team for resources and opportunitiesRemove systemic barriers to team performance by leveraging appropriate information, relationships and resourcesSeek opportunities that will produce substantial, long-term improvementsPerform other duties as requested

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Required Skills/Abilities and Knowledge

Ability to read, write, speak and understand EnglishProven leadership and mentoring skillsProven verbal and communication skillsAbility to communicate effectively with all levels within the organizationProven knowledge and understanding of corporate lawProven ability to think strategically and anticipate future trends, needs, and expectationsProven business planning and forecasting skillsDemonstrated experience in creating legal defensive and proactive strategiesDemonstrated leadership in interpersonal relationship-building and decision-making skills with all levels within the organizationProven experience in supporting geographically diverse stakeholders and direct reportsDemonstrated strategic planning skills in a fast-paced/high-performing and changing environmentProven analytic, organizational, and problem-solving skillsDemonstrated ability in team building, inclusion, accountability, and creating a culture of collaborationAdvanced Microsoft Office Suite computer skillsProven experience in budgeting and forecasting

Required Education

Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law schoolAdmission to the State Bar in which Attorney practices

Required Related Work Experience and Number of Years

Legal practice experience - 7+Designated area of expertise - 7+

WORKING CONDITIONS

Office environmentSome travel will be required. Must have willingness and ability to travel up to and sometimes exceed an estimated 25% of the time
LGC830 2023-26757 2023

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