Corporate Counsel

The Company Essex Solutions Inc. (the “Company”) is one of the largest magnet wire manufacturers in the world that supplies a broad range of magnet wire or winding wire products to energy, automotive, and industrial markets. The Company operates in 11 countries across the globe, including the U.S., Canada, Mexico, China, Japan, Malaysia, Serbia, France, Germany, Italy and the U.K. Currently privately held, the Company is in the process of applying for a listing of its common shares on the Korea Exchange. Magnet Wire is an insulated copper or aluminum conductor used in industrial motors, transformers and generators, automotive applications, electrical coils and controls, and appliances. It is also used in motor and transformer repair. Essex Solutions develops innovative products and insulation systems to meet the ever-increasing demands of its customers. See www.essexsolutions.com for additional information on the Company and its products.

About the role

We are seeking Corporate Counsel to join our in-house Legal Department and provide practical, business-focused legal support across the organization. This role will report to General Counsel and will partner with business leaders on corporate and commercial matters to provide legal counsel and guidance, manage legal risk, and provide solutions that support business objectives of Essex Solutions around the world.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day corporate law support for the Company and its subsidiaries, including financing arrangements, M&A transactions, commercial contracts, intercompany arrangements, etc.
• Assist General Counsel and Legal Compliance and Governance Manager in providing board committee support, including planning and coordination of board meetings, preparation and mailing of board materials, drafting board and committee minutes, resolutions, annual shareholder meetings, etc.
• Provide and oversee legal support for real estate transactions, including leases, sales and acquisitions of real estate and facilities
• Serve as the lead in-house counsel for a subsidiary of the Company that specializes in wire distribution and electrical/mechanical installation in commercial construction business
• Assist General Counsel in administering and overseeing Company’s compliance programs, including anti-bribery, antitrust and restricted party screening. In connection with the foregoing, reviews or conducts research, prepares legal documents, negotiates with outside parties, consults with and advises clients, and represents the company in dealing with others.
• Responsible for managing relationships with outside counsel in areas of responsibility

Qualifications

• 5-6 years of combined law firm and in-house experience, including 2 years in-house Manufacturing sector experience preferred; however, progressive experience in any industry will be considered favorably
• Bachelor's degree from a top quality, nationally recognized, accredited college or university
• Juris Doctor degree from a top quality, nationally recognized, accredited law school, preferably in top 15% of graduating class
• Licensed to practice law in Georgia or another U.S. jurisdiction with reciprocity with Georgia
• M&A experience at a large law firm
• Exposure to public company reporting experience desired but not required
• References upon request

Skills

• Demonstrate sound judgment, excellent legal analytical skills.
• Strong orientation to detail work and ability to synthesize details.
• Superior communication skills, both oral and written.