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Senior Corporate Counsel supports the company’s legal operations in a variety of matters, with a focus that includes general corporate matters, corporate governance, regulatory and compliance matters, insurance, vendor contract negotiations, internal corporate policies and procedures, along with drafting and negotiating other transactional matters including managing books and record keeping.  

Responsibilities, other duties as assigned:

Overseeing general corporate legal mattersNegotiating and drafting customer and vendor contracts as well as various other transactional mattersAssisting with legal and regulatory complianceAssisting with corporate governance matters as well as managing books and recordsAssisting with compliance with various domestic and international privacy lawsAssisting with the company’s data security programAssisting with management of the Company’s insurance program and operationsAssisting with a variety of other legal functions such as loans, joint ventures, acquisitions, construction, real estate, intellectual property protection, tax abatements, litigation, etc.Managing collections on customer accountsPerforming a broad range of legal matters and general business matters based on the needs of the company, as assigned.Working with and managing outside counsel, counterparties, insurers, and other third parties as needed

Basic Qualifications:

J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school with strong academic credentialsAdmission to the Bar of a U.S. state or the District of ColumbiaFive or more years of legal experience as a practicing lawyer working in a general corporate transactional practice

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with project finance and/or asset-based lending

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Hands-on, self-starter who is disciplined and detail-oriented with the ability to work independently as well as in a team setting that requires a highly accurate and timely work productAgile and versatile; comfortable with new and unfamiliar subject matter; easily adaptable to changeAble to maintain a high degree of confidentialityEnterprising and entrepreneurialAble to take initiative with no directionStrong written and oral communication skillsStrong listening, organizational, and interpersonal skillsStrong work ethic and accountability to deadlinesAbility to work in a fast-paced and evolving business environmentProficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel), Box, Workday, DocuSignExcellent analytical, time-management, judgment and decision-making skillsPossess ambition and an optimistic attitudeAbility to effectively multitask and manage competing priorities and demands on timeStrong problem-solving and negotiation skillsAble to effectively manage complicated legal and business issuesAbility to effectively manage others, including outside counsel and service providers

TOTAL REWARDS

This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits.This position is Bonus eligible.

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