Senior Corporate Counsel

Senior Corporate Counsel Responsibilities & Duties

• Demonstrate leadership ability and a high level of project management skills.
• Provide legal advice and support on a wide range of corporate issues, including, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, government terms and conditions (FAR/DFARS, etc.), cyber security, import and export regulations, etc.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various types of contracts and agreements.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Assist with corporate litigation and disputes/ working with outside counsel.
• Work with company to protect intellectual property and assets.
• Advise senior management on legal risks and strategies.
• Participate in the development and implementation of company policies and procedures.
• Provide training and guidance to other members of the legal team and company employees at all levels of the organization as needed.
• Conduct legal research and stay updated on changes in laws and regulations applicable to the company.
• Any other projects assigned by Head or Managing Counsel.

Senior Corporate Counsel Skills

• Strong negotiation skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently and prioritize tasks effectively through completion.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and comfort advising executive-level employees.
• Experience with intellectual property law is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to provide sound legal advice on matters noted above and willingness to take on new, complex matters and special projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in legal research and analysis.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• High ethical standards and professional integrity.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Senior Corporate Counsel Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in good standing to a state bar of the United States.
• At least 5 years' relevant legal experience, with in-house corporate counsel experience strongly preferred.
• Exposure to U.S. government contracting work and relating regulations (FAR/DFARS, etc.) also strongly preferred.