Our client is seeking a permanent full-time inhouse attorney to join their corporate legal team in Charlotte, NC. They have great benefits and hybrid remote flexibility.
The Corporate Counsel will be tasked with handling legal matters related to corporate contracts, negotiations, drafting, and subcontracts review.
• Execute the negotiation and drafting of client contracts in a manner that safeguards the company’s interests
• Provide support with the creation and negotiation of subcontracts, ensuring the contractual terms favor the company
• Offer day-to-day legal counsel and advice to corporate departments and staff, ensuring adherence to applicable laws, internal policies, and guidelines
• Collaborate with the General Counsel in updating standard contracts with industry trends and drafting additional standard contracts as needed
• Identify and analyze new and proposed legislation and regulations, and corporate legal obligations and rights to protect the company
• Resolve legal disputes and claims in collaboration with the General Counsel, which may involve liaising with external counsel or appearing in court or mediation to pursue, defend and/or settle legal claims
• Assist in mitigating the company’s risk by supporting the General Counsel with contracts negotiation and risk management training, including drafting relevant contract and risk management processes and policies
• Develop and maintain the company's standard Subcontracting Process, including related communication, training, and procedures and tools
• Respond promptly to subpoenas received by the company in collaboration with the Deputy General Counsel
• Participate in the company’s monthly Health & Safety meetings
• Lead internal training sessions on subcontracts and the use of standard subcontract templates
• Participate actively in client contract negotiations
• Respond to staff requests for legal assistance with contract reviews within a set timeframe
• Assist the General Counsel in the creation and review of relevant company processes and policies.
• Expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating Commercial Contracts
• Proficient knowledge and experience in Corporate Law
• Demonstrated ability in handling Corporate Legal issues
• Experience in managing Subcontract Agreements
• Strong skills in Contract Negotiation and dispute resolution
• Valid license to practice law
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• High level of integrity and detail-oriented ethics
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks
• Proficient in using legal research tools and software
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion and detail-oriented approach.