General Counsel
Job Description
- Formulate, negotiate, and execute agreements on behalf of the company
- Provide legal advice to departments within the company on specific legal issues as requested
- Oversee external counsel activity
- Draft and negotiate all legal documentation relating to acquisitions, joint ventures and other transactions
- Provide legal advice and support on all aspects of the company’s mergers and acquisitions activity, including identifying and assessing acquisition opportunities, negotiating and drafting all relevant legal documentation, and advising on post-acquisition integration
- Develop and execute the compliance program for the company, including overseeing and managing compliance risks per the company’s general compliance policies & procedures, developing and maintaining local compliance policies and procedures, and training and monitoring employees
- Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on the company
Requirements
Qualifications:
- J.D. from an accredited law school.
- Admitted to practice law in the state/country in which the company is located
- Strong knowledge of applicable laws and regulations
- Strong analytical and research skills
- Excellent drafting and communication skills
- Proven experience working with senior management
- At least 7 years of experience practicing law in a corporate or similar setting
- Fluent English