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We are seeking an experienced In-House Legal Counsel to provide timely and competent legal support across all operational areas within our market. This role requires a proactive legal professional who can analyze complex situations, advise on business transactions, and ensure compliance with global and local standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide timely and competent support in legal matters for all internal departments and across all divisions.
• Review and support the drafting and negotiations of complex vendor, customer, and employment-related contracts.
• Analyze and assess operational situations from a legal perspective and recommend appropriate options.
• Assist and support in operational business transactions, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A).
• Support the development and provide recommendations for company policies.
• Ensure implementation of global contract standards and policies, adapting to local requirements as needed.
• Conduct and coordinate operational legal research and deliver local legal training.
• Identify and monitor legislative changes and ensure their implementation within the area of responsibility.
• Prepare and maintain statistics on legal cases and coordinate topics with outside legal counsel.

• Education & Certification: Licensed to practice law in at least one state (Michigan or South Carolina preferred)
• Experience: Minimum of 4 years of relevant legal experience.
• Ability to handle legal issues of medium complexity independently.
• Experience supporting complex national and international projects; capable of managing parts of large-scale projects.
• Must have a strong knowledge of contract law, corporate governance, and compliance.
• Experience with general human resources topics is preferred.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Experience in international business relations a plus.
• Ability to travel (domestic and international). Travel requirements may be up to 30%.