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CLIENT PARTNER PROFILE & VALUE PROPOSITION: Leapros has been engaged by a well-respected international company headquartered in Long Beach, CA to fill an Associate General Counsel role. Our client has been in business for more than 30 years, has exceptional benefits and a great work environment. This position reports to the Chief Counsel and is 100% onsite.
POSITION TITLE: Associate General Counsel
POSITION SUMMARY: The Associate General Counsel serves as legal adviser of the company and its affiliates globally. They perform general counsel work including interpreting laws and regulations; preparing legal opinions, memoranda and other legal documents; rendering legal advice and counsel to executives, officers, management and other employees. This person also manages outside counsel, and play a major role in reviewing, negotiating and drafting contracts; managing litigation; advising as to the legal implications of anticipated policy and operational decisions, assisting with the drafting of policies, and providing other legal services within areas of the law including employment, transportation, financing, insurance, intellectual property, social media, information technology, real property and environmental matters.
RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:
- Advise executives, senior management and other employees on the interpretation, application, and enforcement of local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
- Advise executives, senior management and other employees as to the legal implications of anticipated policy and operational decisions.
- Advise executives, senior management and other employees on a wide range of legal and policy issues.
- Report to General Counsel on all significant company contracts and legal issues, including claims and litigation.
- Direct legal risk management activities for the company on a global basis by developing, implementing and maintaining programs to ensure legal compliance and cost-effective risk management of claims, litigation and regulatory exposure.
- Ensure company compliance with employment laws and requirements; advise Human Resources as needed on employment law.
- Prepare applications to acquire and maintain insurance coverage, prepare insurance claims and ensure compliance with insurance requirements.
- Develop and draft policies and assist HR, Payroll, IT and other departments with the drafting of policies that allow for compliance and minimize risk according to company standards.
- Proactive involvement in business projects to evaluate and control exposures; recommend measures to reduce risk.
- Ensure company has document retention policies and complies with such policies.
- Review, draft and negotiate contracts, including customer, vendor and service agreements, leases, licenses, memoranda of understanding, letters of intent, and other documents.
- Represent and oversee outside counsel in representing the company globally in litigation and administrative proceedings brought by or against the company, including preparation and review of pleadings, motions, discovery documents and trial statements, and participation at depositions, hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, trials and appeals.
- Coordinate significant threatened or pending litigation, claims and regulatory actions and oversee decision-making process and settlement proposals.
- Accurately and favorably represent the company's legal position in legal and other forums.
- Remain current on significant litigation, laws and regulations affecting the group companies.
- Develop and administer guidelines for managing use of outside counsel.
- Maintain corporate books and records, prepare corporate minutes and other needed documents, and timely submit filings.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's Degree required. Juris Doctorate from an accredited Law School in the U.S.
- State Bar Admission in U.S.
- Minimum 2 years transportation/logistics experience, specifically B2B organizations and preferably ocean freight/maritime law experience.
- A self-starter with a strong work ethic, team mentality, and a positive attitude who is highly driven & self-motivated
- Experience in and enthusiasm to work in a multi-cultural environment
- Character to build interpersonal relationships, network and influence on a multi-regional basis
- Commercial acumen and demonstrable experience of business partnering and supporting business performance
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in MS Office skills, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint
PAY TRANSPARENCY: A reasonable estimate of the available {annual or hourly} pay scale for this position is: $170,000-$180,000 per year. The actual compensation offered may vary depending on qualifications and other factors essential to the performance of duties and is determined by the hiring authority.
At Leapros, we are committed to our core values and guiding ethical principles, to conducting business in a non-discriminatory manner, and to operating in strict compliance with applicable federal and state laws pertaining to Equal Employment Opportunity. This commitment enhances our ability to conduct business with the highest level of integrity, solidifying our position as the most trusted workforce solutions partner. To learn more about Leapros or to speak with one of our recruitment partners, call 866-920-LEAP or visit our website at www.leapros.com.