General Counsel

Description

• Advise executive team on governance, fiduciary obligations, securities matters, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Oversee preparation, review, and accuracy of corporate disclosures and governance documentation
• Develop the structure, goals, and performance of the Corporate Legal Department
• Provide legal support for crisis management, high-profile incidents, and sensitive company matters
• Approve negotiation, structure, and execution of key commercial contracts, acquisitions, land deals, financing arrangements, and strategic partnerships
• Dispense legal guidance to divisions and corporate departments to support operational efficiency and mitigate contractual risk
• Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner with transparent communications and collaboration to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
• Monitor emerging laws and regulations and provide proactive guidance on their potential impact to the business
• Select, manage, and coordinate with outside law firms and other legal resources
• Execute legal strategy that supports corporate objectives, operational excellence, and sustainable business growth
• Direct all major litigation, arbitration, and dispute-resolution strategies, ensuring consistent and cost-effective case management
• Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and business risks, including managing the company's litigation docket, intellectual property portfolio, and data privacy programs

Requirements

• Knowledge of public company reporting requirements, SEC compliance, and complex transactional matters
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Active law license in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• Previous experience as General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, or senior legal executive
• Strong computer skills are required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new programs/systems quickly is essential
• Ability to uphold the highest standards of corporate integrity and compliance
• Ability to travel overnight
• Experience at a Fortune 500 company or publicly traded organization with multi-state, national operations
• 15+ years of progressive legal experience, including significant leadership responsibility in a complex corporate environment
• Demonstrated expertise in litigation management, corporate governance, compliance, real estate, construction, employment law, and regulatory matters
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Benefits

• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance