Corporate Counsel

Job Details

Swire Coca-Cola is a family-owned bottling company with a rich history spanning over two centuries. We are one of the largest bottlers of Coca-Cola in North America and distribute more than 50 beverage brands and flavors, creating joy for our customers every day. Our 8,000+ driven employees work hard as part of a team that delivers refreshment to over 30 million consumers across 13 states.

Responsibilities

• Act as the lead legal partner for business units, advising on product development, technology, and commercial strategy
• Negotiate and draft complex commercial, technology, and licensing agreements
• Monitor regulatory changes, ensure compliance, and develop internal policies to mitigate risk
• Manage IP portfolios, data protection, and privacy issues
• Cook with outside law firms for litigation and specific, high-stakes matters
• Provide guidance to junior legal team members and influence cross-group projects

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction
• 7+ years of legal experience from either a law firm or in-house organization
• Proficiency in legal research tools (Westlaw/LexisNexis), case management software, and document management systems