OVERVIEW
This position is ideal for an entry level business-minded attorney (1-3+ years of experience) who is enthusiastic about building basic legal and professional skill development, and looking to join a growing and dynamic in-house legal team. This role is focused on commercial contract review, drafting and negotiation. Operates as a “generalist” and therefore works with various business units (such as technology, finance, procurement, store operations, supply chain, and facilities) to provide business-minded, practical, and solution-focused support. The Assistant Corporate Counsel will provide direct support to the VP & Associate General Counsel, attorneys and legal team members.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Contract Drafting and Negotiation:
- Focus on building transactional knowledge and skill related to commercial agreements (e.g. NDAs, SOWs, vendor agreements, SaaS/technology agreements).
- Build skills related to external negotiation.
Legal Department Collaboration:
- Receive and review legal work from various members of the legal department.
- Expected to work with and learn from legal staff (including attorneys and legal analysts).
- Participates and assists in projects, as requested.
Advice and Counsel:
- Support members of the legal department, research and review issues.
- Build skills related to providing general legal advice to business partners.
Skills and Areas of Focus:
- Knowledge of and interest in technology and basic accounting/finance.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Advanced Degree - Juris Doctorate
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1-3 years of experience
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Document drafting, law firm and/or initially in-house experience
