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Legal Counsel, North America
Alpharetta, GA Bullet Points: - Job Title: Legal Counsel, North America - Salary: Not mentioned in job description - Experience: 6 years post qualification experience - Education: Bachelor's Degree, Degree from an accredited law school, Qualified and in good standing at the bar in at least one relevant jurisdiction - Job Type: Full time, Hybrid Remote - Location: Alpharetta, Georgia, USA - Company: CHEP - Job ID: JR18480 H1: Legal Counsel, North America - CHEP H2: Join Our Team and Make a Global Impact CHEP is seeking a Legal Counsel for North America to provide legal advice and counsel for the organization across a wide range of areas, including contractual matters, compliance, and litigation. This role will serve as the primary point of contact for all operational legal issues related to the CHEP business in the USA, and will contribute to the development of company policy and positions on legal issues. Key Responsibilities: - Provide legal counsel and support to the North America business units and functional areas, including Sales, Retail, Supply Chain, Finance, and Real Estate. - Anticipate and mitigate legal risks facing the USA business. - Support the country business units in the management of day-to-day legal issues. - Advise on commercial transactions and negotiate contracts with key customers and vendors. - Lead and support major transactions, including M&A activity. - Conduct research on emerging legal issues and provide pragmatic business guidance. - Provide legal counsel on actual or anticipated lawsuits. - Contribute to the development of company policy and position on legal issues. - Recommend improvements to operating policies and procedures. Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree and a degree from an accredited law school. - Qualified and in good standing at the bar in at least one relevant jurisdiction. - 6 years of post-qualification experience. - Experience with Supply Chain/Logistics companies, IP laws, and Privacy laws preferred. Skills & Knowledge: - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Strong business acumen and ability to handle commercial contracts and disputes. - Exceptional work ethic and ability to multitask. - Knowledge of commercial contracts and dispute resolution practices. - Team player with strong interpersonal skills. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Prior in-house or large law firm experience preferred. - Familiarity with employment, litigation, and real estate law a plus. - Familiarity with logistics and supply chain industries a plus. Join Our Team: - Hybrid remote work model for optimal work-life balance. - Be a part of a global organization with opportunities for growth and development. - Contribute to global sustainability through our share-and-reuse business model. - Work alongside diverse and driven professionals. - Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. - Beware of fraudulent job offers and always verify legitimacy before providing personal information. H2: Key Accountabilities and Qualifications Key Accountabilities: - Provide legal counsel and support to North America business units. - Anticipate and mitigate legal risks facing the USA business. - Contribute to company policy and positions on legal issues. - Lead and support major transactions, including M&A activity. - Provide legal counsel on actual or anticipated lawsuits. - Recommend improvements to operating policies and procedures. Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree and degree from an accredited law school. - Qualified and in good standing at the bar in at least one relevant jurisdiction. - 6 years of post-qualification experience. - Experience with Supply Chain/Logistics companies, IP laws, and Privacy laws preferred. |
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