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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Legal Counsel to join our legal team and provide expert legal advice and support across a wide range of business matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate law, excellent analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
As Legal Counsel, you will be responsible for ensuring that the company operates within the law at all times, offering counsel on legal issues, creating an effective guardian of the organization, and facilitating business development. You will be expected to draft and review contracts, manage legal risks, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
You will work closely with internal departments, including finance, human resources, and operations, to provide legal guidance on a variety of issues. You will also liaise with external legal firms when necessary and represent the company in legal proceedings if required.
The successful candidate will have a Juris Doctor (JD) degree or equivalent, be licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction, and have at least 5 years of experience in a corporate legal environment. Experience in contract law, employment law, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance is highly desirable.
This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional who is looking to make a significant impact within a dynamic and growing organization. If you are proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about the law, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
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- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements
- Ensure compliance with laws and regulations
- Manage legal risks and develop risk mitigation strategies
- Represent the company in legal proceedings when necessary
- Liaise with external legal counsel as needed
- Conduct legal research and stay updated on legal developments
- Support corporate governance and regulatory filings
- Assist in the development of company policies and procedures
- Advise on employment law and labor relations issues
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Juris Doctor (JD) degree or equivalent
- Licensed to practice law in relevant jurisdiction
- Minimum 5 years of experience in corporate legal environment
- Strong knowledge of contract, employment, and corporate law
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- High level of integrity and professional ethics
- Experience with regulatory compliance and risk management
- Proficiency in legal research tools and Microsoft Office
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Are you licensed to practice law in our jurisdiction?
- How many years of corporate legal experience do you have?
- Can you describe your experience with contract negotiation?
- Have you ever represented a company in legal proceedings?
- What areas of law are you most experienced in?
- How do you stay current with legal and regulatory changes?
- Describe a time you helped mitigate a legal risk.
- What is your approach to working with external counsel?
- How do you prioritize multiple legal tasks?
- What legal software or tools are you proficient in?
