Description:
Job Overview:Reporting to A Grocery Industry Leader Senior Counsel, Corporate & Strategic Transactions, this position will support the Corporate & Strategic Transactions and Security & Governance Teams within the A Grocery Industry Leader Legal Department by drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial/vendor agreements supporting A Grocery Industry Leader business operations, as well as assisting with securities and corporate governance matters.
Job Responsibilities:
Core Responsibilities:
- 50% - Draft, review and negotiate commercial/vendor agreements in support of A Grocery Industry Leader business operations, including service agreements, supply agreements, IT agreements, and associated amendments and statements of work. Proactively assist business with contract interpretation, disputes, and process improvement initiatives.
- 30% - Assist with securities and corporate governance matters, including '33 Act and ‘34 Act compliance, preparation of board meeting agendas/materials, maintenance of corporate documents and records, managing the annual D&O questionnaire process and supporting with the annual investor engagement program.
- 15% - Assist with other legal and compliance matters, including handling disputes and other transactions as needed.
- 5% - Develop and conduct training to support company contracting practices, policies, and initiatives.
Job Requirements:
Education/ Certifications:
- J.D. degree or equivalent
- Membership in good standing with a state bar and the ability to register as in-house counsel pursuant to the applicable state rules.
Experience:
- Minimum three years of experience in a law firm or corporate legal department, including experience with corporate law and drafting/negotiating commercial contracts.
- Demonstrated interest in securities and corporate governance. Experience a plus, but not required.
Knowledge/Skills/ Abilities
- Detail and process oriented.
- Effective contract drafting and redlining skills
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiating skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to interact with all levels of management/senior leadership.
- Ability to proactively reach out to other areas of the business to request information and follow up with associates.
- Comfortable in a virtual/electronic environment.
- Have a mindset that strives for continuous improvement.
- Ability to adapt to a changing work environment and be flexible in approach.Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.