In-house General Counsel - Ajulia Executive Search

Are you looking to make a career change to a rapidly growing, stable, innovative retail food distribution company?  This exciting opportunity as an In-house General Counsel offers a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid PTO, etc.  Does this position match your future career goals? Then this In-house General Counsel opportunity could be the right fit for you.

Responsibilities:

• The In-house General Counsel must negotiate and draft various contracts and legal agreements, including those related to customers, vendors, employment, and licensing.
• Provide legal counsel and support on diverse legal and regulatory matters, including contract negotiation and compliance with applicable laws.
• Develop and implement legal policies and procedures, and train company employees on legal and regulatory issues.
• The In-house General Counsel will oversee the company’s legal affairs, focusing on risk management and dispute resolution.
• Manage and advance ongoing litigation cases.
• Supervise and advise on collections, escalating issues as necessary.
• Stay informed about changes in laws and legislation (e.g., Department of Agriculture regulations by state) and advise on compliance.

Qualifications:

• The In-house General Counsel must have an active and in good standing with the California State Bar.
• Must hold a J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Must have 5+ years of experience in a law firm or in-house legal department.
• In-house General Counsel must have 5+ years of experience in the food and trading industries.
• Strong understanding of creditor's rights.
• Expertise in commercial contract negotiation; experience in the food industry or commodity trading is a plus.
• Experience in real estate law is a bonus.
• In-house General Counsel must have exceptional negotiation, drafting, and oral/written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal abilities and capacity to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

BENEFITS:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Direct Hire
• Paid Time Off

Salary: $250K-$300K

Ask for: Amrita Mukherjee

Job Id: 24840

Ajulia Executive Search is a New Jersey based Executive Search Firm specializing in retained searches in multiple sectors, including Manufacturing, Finance, IT, Legal, and Pharmaceutical. We have a nationwide client base and offer services in temporary and direct hire placements.

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