Knoxville, Tennessee, USA
9 days ago
Corporate Counsel

Company Description

Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing.

Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Military encouraged to apply.

Job Description

The purpose of this job is to address legal matters across business verticals and subject matter areas while maintaining close communication with colleagues to ensure an integrated, consistent approach to corporate legal services enterprise wide.

Draft, review and negotiate high volume of various legal/commercial contracts and licenses (initial focus on technology)Research regulatory issues as needs ariseProvide analysis and assistance in resolving customer issuesResolve disputes with vendors, suppliers, contractors, subcontractors, and other business partnersProvide legal support for retail operations functionsAdvise stakeholders and other in-house attorneys on appropriate course of action regarding contracts, regulatory requirements, and other superseding conditionsAdd and maintain content within contract lifecycle management systemPerform legal research for specific state and federal regulationsIdentify areas of potential legal risk and develop strategies to address themProvide training and guidance to internal stakeholders and clients on legal mattersModel behaviors that support the company’s common purpose; ensure guests and team members are supported at the highest levelEnsure all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and proceduresComplete other duties as assigned

QualificationsJuris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited college or university requiredLicense to practice law in the state of Tennessee or registration with the Tennessee Board of Law Examiners, if not licensed in the state of Tennessee, requiredMinimum one year’s prior experience working in a law firm or other corporate legal setting required; three years’ experience preferredKnowledge of general business and contract lawIntermediate Microsoft Office skillsTime management and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environmentCritical thinking and ability to proactively identify potential problems and mitigate existing issuesLegal research capabilities with attention to detailPositive attitude and high EQ. No job is too big or too smallExcellent writing, negotiation and interpersonal skillsAbility to demonstrate confidence, professionalism and assertiveness in complex and challenging circumstances

 

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