Job Description

CCL’s Senior Counsel are instrumental in navigating complex legal challenges, mitigating risks, and ensuring organizational compliance with the ever-changing web of laws and regulations. They collaborate closely with senior management, cross-functional teams, and external stakeholders to safeguard the organization's interests, while also fostering innovation and growth. Senior Counsel must possess an excellent academic background, substantial experience in legal practice, and a proven track record of handling intricate legal matters. This individual will provide authoritative counsel on a broad spectrum of issues, ranging from commercial transactions, marketing, real estate, corporate governance, including IT and cyber-security, and regulatory and sustainability compliance. This role offers a dynamic and challenging environment where your legal acumen and leadership capabilities will significantly impact the organization’s trajectory.

Qualifications

Senior Corporate Counsel Responsibilities & Duties

• Provide legal advice and support to various business units
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts and agreements
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations
• Advise on corporate governance matters
• Real estate and lease agreements
• Advise on IT and Cyber-security
• Advise on Sustainability
• Conduct legal research and keep abreast of legislative changes
• Develop and implement legal policies and procedures
• Support M&A transactions and other strategic initiatives

Senior Counsel Qualifications & Skills

• 10+ years of legal experience, preferably in a corporate setting
• Experience with complex commercial transactions
• Strong background in regulatory compliance
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated leadership and team collaboration skills
• Advanced degree in law (LL.M or equivalent)
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Admitted to the state bar and in good standing
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant legal experience
• Expertise in corporate law, including commercial contracts and litigation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• High ethical standards and professional integrity
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills