Legal Counsel

This role is onsite in Cartersville, GA.

About the role

The Legal Counsel will provide in-house legal advice and guidance on a wide range of corporate matters, including contracts, employment law, customs and trade law, and compliance. The role involves assisting in the resolution of disputes, managing litigation/arbitration, and reviewing and interpreting legal requirements for the business and external stakeholders. This position reports to the Sr. Legal Counsel.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support and guidance to the business team and management on a variety of legal issues.
• Manage and resolve legal disputes, including disputes with commercial parties.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Provide supervision to outside lawyers hired to assist the company with their specialized legal services.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and other legal documents, including purchase agreements, sales agreements, service agreements, and lease agreements.
• Design, build, and improve legal team processes.
• Consult and protect Qcells against legal risks, penalties, and investigations.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD), Master of Laws (LLM), or an equivalent degree from an accredited law school.
• A member in good standing with a state bar association.
• Experience as in-house counsel or at a law firm (or a combination of both).
• Professional legal experience handling legal disputes such as litigation and arbitration.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as in-house counsel or at a law firm (or a combination of both).
• Bilingual (Korean & English).
• Experience in the solar industry, energy sector, or manufacturing industry.
• Experience in managing construction disputes.

Personal Characteristics

• Ability to follow directions effectively while demonstrating the ability to take initiative and contribute ideas when appropriate.
• Collaborative and able to work well within a team environment, balancing the ability to receive guidance and offer support to colleagues.
• Strong attention to detail and strategic, analytical thinking skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate across all levels within the organization.
• Legal and moral integrity.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment.