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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly experienced and strategic Senior Counsel to join our legal team. This role is ideal for a legal professional with extensive experience in corporate law, regulatory compliance, and risk management. The Senior Counsel will provide legal advice and support to senior management and various departments across the organization, ensuring that all business operations comply with applicable laws and regulations.
As a Senior Counsel, you will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex contracts, advising on mergers and acquisitions, managing litigation, and overseeing corporate governance matters. You will also play a key role in developing and implementing legal strategies that support the company’s business objectives while minimizing legal risks.
The ideal candidate will have excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills, with a strong ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. You should be adept at identifying legal issues, providing practical solutions, and maintaining the highest standards of professional ethics and integrity.
This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with executive leadership and influence key business decisions. If you are a proactive and business-minded legal expert looking to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Provide legal advice and guidance on corporate, regulatory, and compliance matters
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts and agreements
- Support mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions
- Manage litigation and liaise with external counsel as needed
- Ensure corporate governance compliance and maintain corporate records
- Monitor changes in laws and regulations affecting the company
- Develop and implement legal policies and procedures
- Advise senior management on legal risks and business strategies
- Conduct internal investigations and support risk management initiatives
- Train internal teams on legal and compliance topics
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
- Licensed to practice law in relevant jurisdiction
- Minimum of 8 years of legal experience, preferably in a corporate or law firm setting
- Strong knowledge of corporate, commercial, and regulatory law
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- High level of integrity and professional ethics
- Experience with litigation management and dispute resolution
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong business acumen and strategic thinking
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Do you have a valid license to practice law in our jurisdiction?
- How many years of experience do you have in corporate law?
- Can you describe your experience with contract negotiation?
- Have you managed litigation or worked with external counsel?
- What industries have you provided legal counsel for?
- How do you stay updated on changes in laws and regulations?
- Describe a time you helped mitigate a legal risk for your company.
- What is your approach to balancing legal risk with business goals?
- Have you worked on mergers or acquisitions before?
- What legal software or tools are you proficient in?
