Description:

How This Role Makes a Difference
This key strategic legal resource, the Counsel, Corporate and Employment, will report to the Director, Corporate and Employment and will provide timely legal advice, counsel, and representation in connection with general corporate and compliance matters, with occasional employment and workplace law support and assisting with and taking lead on various projects and legal tasks as needed.

How You'll Make An Impact

Corporate Law and Transactions

Maintain corporate files for related entities and affiliates, including preparing drafts of board resolutions, filing periodic disclosures, and meeting corporate requirements for the relevant jurisdiction.
Research various legal issues related to corporate law and transactions.
Assist with M&A transactions, from due diligence to closing, coordinating and collaborating with internal teams and external counsel.
Develop deep business knowledge to provide clear legal recommendations to internal stakeholders regarding potential corporate structures, transactions, and other corporate matters.
Assist with contract review and transaction documents as needed..
Provide advice and support to Finance and Business partners on a broad range of global corporate issues (currently U.S., Canada, European Union, and Brazil with potential for expansion) including compliance.
Assess legal risk and provide solutions for resolving disputes.
Stay informed and advise stakeholders of regulatory and legislative changes.

Employment and Workplace

Collaborate with other lawyers and non-lawyers on the team with respect to employment law advice and counseling provided to business partners.
Collaborate with senior leaders in work on employment-related projects, including internal process reviews, new policy implementation, and training programs.
Other Duties As Assigned

The Expertise Required

Ability to maintain timely responses and communication to internal stakeholders, with a customer service mindset.
Growth mindset and willingness to learn new skills and areas of the law to meet evolving business needs.
Team player capable of leading and participating within cross-functional project teams to meet key milestones under tight timelines.
Strong organizational and case management skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, Teams, and Excel). 
Demonstrate professionalism in all situations and work effectively with a range of individuals at all levels of the business. 
Ability to evaluate and escalate risk to ensure appropriate decision-making.
High attention to detail.  
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. 
Critical thinker and problem solver. 
Ability to work effectively in a self-directed remote environment. 
Proper home office set-up including a private space for legal communication and high-speed internet (at minimum: 100MB up and 15 MB down, 5 GHz router).  
For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa.

Certifications/Licenses, Education, and Experience

Juris Doctorate (JD) and active bar membership in good standing
3-4 years of experience in corporate and transactional law, working knowledge of employment law.
The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of both corporate and employment law.

Licenses:

Active law license in at least one U.S. state, with eligibility for in-house practice in your state of residence.

How We Work Together

Location: Remote within the United States. This role requires 100% of work to be performed in a remote office environment.
Travel: This is a remote position with less than 10% travel requirements. Occasional planned travel may be required as part of the role.
Physical demands associated with this position Include: The ability to use keyboards and other computer equipment.
The expected salary range for this role is $140,000 - $170,000 USD per year for full time team members.