Description:

Are you ready to make a significant impact utilizing your expertise as a Deputy General Counsel? I & S Group, Inc. (ISG) is seeking a Deputy General Counsel to join our dynamic Architecture + Engineering firm in Minneapolis, MN. You will have the opportunity to showcase your advanced understanding of specialized practice areas and negotiate effectively across various business units.

The Deputy General Counsel plays an integral role within ISG's legal department, acting as a senior legal advisor and a close collaborator with our General Counsel.

This position involves a wide range of legal activities, including but not limited to:

Providing legal guidance on various matters, including, but not limited to, contracts, litigation, compliance, employment, intellectual property, mergers and acquisitions, collections, insurance, licensing, general corporate and environmental
Assisting with risk management
Contract review, drafting, negotiation and management
Ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
Participating in the development and implementation of corporate policies

The individual in this role supports the General Counsel in the leadership and direction of the legal department, contributing to strategic decision-making processes and stepping in to lead in the General Counsel's absence.

Essential Duties:

Legal Advice and Guidance:

Provide legal advice and guidance to senior management and other departments on a wide range of legal matters, including corporate governance, compliance, and risk management

Contract Management:

Draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts and agreements with clients, vendors, and partners to protect the organization's legal and business interests

Litigation Oversight:

Manage litigation and disputes involving the organization
Coordinate with external counsel, as necessary

Compliance and Policies:

Develop, implement, and enforce policies and procedures to ensure the organization's compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards

Employment Law:

Advise on employment law matters, including drafting employment agreements, managing employee disputes, and ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations

Intellectual Property:

Oversee intellectual property to protect the organization's intellectual property rights (including patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets and licenses)

Corporate Transactions:

Coordinate the legal aspects of mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other corporate transactions
Assist with due diligence, negotiations, and drafting of documents

Real Estate:

Draft and review leases

Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA accredited law school
Current law license (in good standing) to practice law in the State of Minnesota
Three or more years of legal experience as a practicing attorney in contract review, drafting, negotiation and management
Broad legal background, preferred
Experience in litigation, preferred
Ability to handle fast paced environment and manage changing priorities