Corporate Counsel

About the role

Lead the drafting, negotiation, and review of a wide variety of contracts, including customer and vendor agreements, insurance policies, leases, and other critical legal documents.

Serve as a trusted legal advisor to executive leadership and management, offering clear, timely guidance aligned with business, financial, operational, and legal objectives.

Provide support on complex contractual issues, strategic initiatives, litigation, labor & employment matters, and other emerging needs.

Stay current on federal, state, and industry regulations—particularly DOT, FMCSA, and other applicable requirements—while developing a deep understanding of the businesses you support.

Develop, refine, and implement policies and standard operating procedures to reduce risk and reinforce compliance.

Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure legal strategies align with broader business goals.

Contribute to the Company’s overall legal strategy, promoting a proactive, solutions-oriented legal culture.

Guide and manage the resolution of contractual disputes and other legal matters.

Lead and coordinate work with external legal counsel to support business growth and positive outcomes.

Oversee the full contract lifecycle, including the management and optimization of the Company’s contract management system.

Develop strategies to reduce legal exposure for Trinity offices and Agents.

Maintain oversight of policy documentation to ensure clarity, consistency, and compliance with legal developments.

Participate in special projects and handle other assigned duties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead the drafting, negotiation, and review of a wide variety of contracts, including customer and vendor agreements, insurance policies, leases, and other critical legal documents.
• Serve as a trusted legal advisor to executive leadership and management, offering clear, timely guidance aligned with business, financial, operational, and legal objectives.
• Provide support on complex contractual issues, strategic initiatives, litigation, labor & employment matters, and other emerging needs.
• Stay current on federal, state, and industry regulations—particularly DOT, FMCSA, and other applicable requirements—while developing a deep understanding of the businesses you support.
• Develop, refine, and implement policies and standard operating procedures to reduce risk and reinforce compliance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure legal strategies align with broader business goals.
• Contribute to the Company’s overall legal strategy, promoting a proactive, solutions-oriented legal culture.
• Guide and manage the resolution of contractual disputes and other legal matters.
• Lead and coordinate work with external legal counsel to support business growth and positive outcomes.
• Oversee the full contract lifecycle, including the management and optimization of the Company’s contract management system.
• Develop strategies to reduce legal exposure for Trinity offices and Agents.
• Maintain oversight of policy documentation to ensure clarity, consistency, and compliance with legal developments.
• Participate in special projects and handle other assigned duties as needed.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school required.
• Ability to register and maintain a license as in-house counsel in Delaware required; an active Delaware law license is preferred.
• Five years of relevant experience in a corporate setting or law firm.
• Experience in contracts, corporate law, litigation, labor & employment, and compliance strongly preferred.
• Three to five years in the transportation and/or logistics industry highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Passionate about providing expert legal guidance and serving as a trusted advisor to leadership.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Proven ability to navigate complex legal and regulatory environments.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to address a wide range of legal challenges.
• Ability to develop and implement effective policies and procedures to enhance compliance and risk management.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Experience in contract drafting and negotiation.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and industry regulations, particularly DOT, FMCSA, and other applicable requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus a wellness platform offering meaningful incentives!

Company-paid life and disability insurance to support your peace of mind.

Generous Paid Time Off so you can rest, recharge, and do what you love.

Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account with company contributions to support your financial and physical wellbeing.

401(k) with an outstanding 6% company match to help you build your future.

Paid Parental Leave for your growing family.

Tuition Assistance to continue advancing your expertise.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

This is a hybrid role to our Seaford, Delaware office 1-2 days per week.