Legal Counsel

About the role

The In-House Counsel will work closely with the General Counsel and the North America Legal team to provide legal advice on Company strategies and their implementation. They will handle day-to-day legal work, serve as a trusted business partner, and support all levels of the Company's corporate and commercial functions.

Responsibilities

• Perform the day-to-day legal work of the Company, as assigned by the General Counsel or Associate General Counsel
• Serve as a legal advisor to various business support functions such as product compliance, EHS, ESG, facilities, operations, data privacy and compliance, and cyber security
• Develop and modify practices, policies and procedures to conform with business requirements and maintain compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Manage, draft, review, edit and negotiate various types of commercial contracts
• Support all levels of the Company’s corporate and commercial functions and serve as a legal point of contact for business questions
• Collaborate with members of the legal team to effectively manage the Company’s day-to-day corporate and commercial legal matters
• Collaborate with members of the Global Legal team, as directed by the Global Director of Legal and Tax, as appropriate

Requirements

• 3 + years of experience in a major law firm or in a Company’s in-house legal department
• Advanced communication skills, with the ability to understand, interpret, and convey business, technical, legal, and financial information to a wide range of audiences
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while adapting quickly to a fast-paced and evolving business environment
• Strong organizational skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated understanding of business needs, with a practical, solutions-oriented approach to legal issues
• Preference will be given to bi-lingual Spanish speaking candidates and candidates with international experience

Education

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
• Active license to practice law in the State of Georgia, or active membership in another U.S. State bar