Exceptional Opportunity for a Vice President General Counsel with a dynamic and growing manufacturing organization!
In this high-impact role, you will lead all legal and compliance functions across international operations, serving as the chief legal advisor to executive leadership. Youll oversee corporate governance, contracts, risk management, HR compliance, and more, while also managing a small, dedicated HR team.
This is your opportunity to lead cross-border legal strategy, drive operational compliance, and influence business decisions at the highest level, all within a flexible hybrid work environment after your onboarding period.
The salary as posted for this role is up to $220k yearly, plus additional benefits.
There is no relocation assistance available for this role.
General Counsel Qualifications include, but are not limited to :
- J.D. from an accredited law school and licensed to practice in the U.S.
- New Jersey Bar Admission is required.
- 1015 years of progressive legal experience, with a strong foundation in corporate law and compliance
- Demonstrated ability to draft, review, and negotiate contracts, including NDAs and commercial agreements
- Solid knowledge of employment law, ERISA, and benefit plan administration
- Expertise in regulatory compliance (OSHA, EEO, etc.)
- Experience advising on international operations and multi-jurisdictional legal matters
- Familiarity with risk management, insurance procurement, and corporate governance
- Experience managing HR professionals
- Litigation management experience and comfort working with outside counsel
- Exposure to intellectual property and license agreement drafting is a plus
General Counsel Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :
Leading legal strategy, compliance, and risk mitigation efforts across international operationsDrafting and negotiating a wide range of contracts and commercial agreementsManaging all litigation matters, including product liability, employment, and environmental casesOverseeing HR as well as employee benefit plans and ensuring full ERISA complianceDeveloping HR policies, supporting employee relations, and supervising HR staffDetermining and managing global insurance coverage, including employee benefits, product liability, and propertySupporting special projects such as M&A due diligence, customer bankruptcies, and complex dispute resolutionLeading corporate governance initiatives and serving as Corporate SecretaryCoordinating with local counsel and regulatory bodies in multiple jurisdictionsGeneral Counsel Benefits include, but are not limited to :
Highly competitive executive salary!Hybrid work model : enjoy flexibility after your onboarding period!Comprehensive health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)!Retirement offerings 401(k) with company contributions!High-impact role with international scope and visibility!Supportive leadership and a collaborative corporate culture!Dont wait!
This is your opportunity to make a global impact.
Submit your resume and change your future today!