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Deputy General Counsel
East Syracuse, NY

Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care

Access to employee clubs and activities

Onsite gym and wellness center

Employee discount programs

And much more!

SEO Friendly Job Title: Deputy General Counsel - Mergers & Acquisitions and Corporate Development

H1: Join Our Team as Deputy General Counsel in East Syracuse, NY

H2: Shape the Legal Strategy of Our Organization as Deputy General Counsel

Job Description:

The Deputy General Counsel at our company will play a crucial role in providing strategic legal advice and support to our General Counsel and senior management team. As a generalist legal role, the Deputy General Counsel will have a special focus on mergers and acquisitions, corporate development, and complex domestic and international agreements. This role will have a significant impact on shaping our organization's legal strategy and ensuring that all business practices, policies, and dealings meet the highest standards of integrity and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide counsel and guidance on all legal matters affecting the company, including contracts, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property, labor and employment, and regulatory compliance.
- Ensure the company's compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including industry-specific regulations. Develop and implement policies and procedures to mitigate legal risks.
- Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including teaming agreements, licensing agreements, and collaboration agreements. Provide legal support and guidance to government contracts specialists.
- Identify potential legal risks and provide strategic advice on how to mitigate those risks. Manage enterprise risk to ensure a cohesive approach to risk management across the organization.
- Oversee and provide legal support for all merger and acquisition activity in the US. Coordinate with foreign parent's M&A team and establish relationships with the Aerospace & Defense M&A network to provide insight to business leadership.
- Develop and maintain company policies on various legal issues, ensuring they are aligned with the company's objectives and compliant with legal standards.
- Communicate legal concepts and advice clearly and effectively to non-legal stakeholders, including the senior management and operational teams.

Total Annual Compensation Opportunity: $222,200-$305,500

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, our company considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

Skills and Experience:

- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admitted to practice law in at least one state.
- Minimum of 10-15 years of legal experience, with significant experience in a senior in-house legal role or a law firm.
- Extensive experience in government contracts, corporate law, commercial transactions, and regulatory compliance. Strong understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulations and other government procurement regulations.
- Strong knowledge of industry-specific regulations and legal issues.
- Proven leadership and management experience.
- Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and manage multiple priorities.
- High ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and integrity.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience in the aerospace and defense sector.
- Experience with international legal issues and cross-border transactions.
- Familiarity with corporate governance best practices.

Citizenship Requirements:

Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Drug-Free Workplaces:

Our company is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Benefits:

Our company provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, business-casual atmosphere, and comprehensive benefits:

- Medical, vision and dental insurance for employees and dependents
- Paid time off including: minimum of 3 weeks vacation, 5 floating holidays, 8 designated holidays, parental leave, personal illness, bereavement, jury duty, long-term and short-term disability
- 401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match
- Tuition assistance
- Student loan assistance
- Wellness account, Care.com subscription and employee assistance programs
- Employee stock purchase program with employer match
- Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care
- Access to employee clubs and activities
- Onsite gym and wellness center
- Employee discount programs
- And much more!

Join our team as Deputy General Counsel and help shape the legal strategy of our organization. Apply now for this exciting opportunity in East Syracuse, NY.






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