The Corporate Counsel is responsible for providing legal advice to the Company or identified departments and ensuring the Company operates in accordance with legal parameters. As a specialist, the Corporate Counsel will supply support across the Company activities ensuring that legal issues, contracts, disputes, and complex transactions are consummated within the Company's legal framework.The Corporate Counsel provides a variety of general corporate and commercial legal services to in-house clients for consulting, managing legal processes, developing Company policies, and safeguarding against legal risks.ResponsibilitiesStrategic Contract Portfolio ManagementLead the end-to-end process of contract creation, negotiation, and execution, focusing on DPN, SaaS, Supply Chain, Consulting, and ancillary Foodservice agreementsCollaborate closely with sales, product, and operational teams to ensure contracts align with business objectivesServing as the point of contact for certain contract typesRisk Assessment and MitigationConduct comprehensive legal analyses to identify and mitigate potential risks associated with commercial transactionsDevelop strategies to protect the Company's interests in contract negotiationsProvide litigation support to General Counsel and outside counselRegulatory Compliance OversightStay abreast of industry-specific regulations and standards within DPN, SaaS, and Foodservice sectorsEnsure contracts comply with relevant laws and industry practices.Learn and assist on privacy related matters, including those arising in GDPR controlled jurisdictionsStakeholder EngagementWork cross-functionally with internal brands and teams, including sales, marketing, and finance, to provide nuanced and timely legal guidance to support strategic initiativesCollaborate with external parties, including clients and vendors, to foster positive working relationshipsContract OptimizationDevelop and implement efficient contract management processes, emphasizing continuous improvement and scalabilityPromoting new technologies within the organizationActively contribute to the development and enhancement of standard contract templates by providing timely revisions to the Associate General Counsel and General Counsel meticulously tailored to the distinctive needs of each business unit, aligning with the agility and innovative ethos of our fast-growing CompanyMergers & AcquisitionsWilling to provide complimentary assistance to the Associate General Counsel and General Counsel on the Company's robust M&A pipelineQualificationsJuris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law schoolActive license to practice law in Massachusetts, Illinois, or Florida3-4+ years of experience as corporate/transactional attorney, preferably with commercial contracting experience either in-house or at a top law firmBackground in corporate law and possess excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skillsAttention to detail, administrative capabilities, and ability to manage complex legal projectsIn-depth understanding of legal intricacies within GPO, SaaS, and Foodservice sectorsThorough understanding of the Company's policies, procedures, systems, and objectivesStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proven ability to exercise initiative, judgment, and discretionAbility to partner across the Company within departments and divisions to provide consistencyProficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related softwareProficient with knowing how and when to use AI assisted toolsAbility to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, demonstrating initiative and proactive problem-solving skillsAbility to initiate and pursue projects independently while exercising sound judgement to know when to elevate issues or seek guidance from senior counselProven legal research and drafting skillsStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, external clients, and cross-functional teams at all levels of the organizationAbility to manage a high-volume workload, prioritize competing deadlines, and deliver under time pressure without sacrificing qualityComfort working in a lean legal team where initiative, flexibility, and a "no task too small" attitude are essential#J-18808-Ljbffr