Associate General Counsel

PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Associate General Counsel provides legal guidance surrounding company activities, policies, practices and procedures to management in a manner that is timely, proactive, practical, cost-effective, and meets the highest legal, ethical and professional standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:        

• Provide counsel, advice and other legal services surrounding all facets of Company practices (i.e. transactions, disputes, regulatory issues, contracts, real estate, labor and employment issues, intellectual property, etc.) ensuring compliance with company policies and guidelines and regulatory and Federal and State entities practices, policies, guidelines, regulations and laws  
• Review, investigate and advise internal clients on contractual matters, employment law and workers compensation matters
• Negotiate, draft and review contractual agreements and legal documents, and assisting with implementing and managing a contract administration process
• Participate in definition, development and interpretation of company policies, procedures and programs
• Provide litigation support, including reviewing and editing of pleadings and motions; reviewing and responding to subpoenas and other demands for information; document production; witness preparation; and other activities related to litigation, arbitrations and disputes
• Keep current on statutes, regulations, and policies of government, trade, and case law affecting business operations; advise leadership on changes impacting operations, and to protect company rights, revenues and assets
• Perform additional relevant duties as assigned

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES: This role will report to the General Counsel, who in turn reports to the Chief Legal and Compliance Officer. Competencies required: Functional/Technical Skills, Action Oriented, Problem Solving, Learning on the Fly, and Interpersonal Savvy

EDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited institution
• Georgia license to practice law (or satisfy reciprocity or Georgia rules of licensure related to corporate counsel)

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in an in-house or law firm environment with demonstrated experience in the field of workers’ compensation, employment, and general contract law
• Working knowledge of corporate and transactional law and related drafting skills
• Ability to gather and assemble complex facts and evidence, analyze thoroughly, negotiate as necessary and implement the proper legal and business solutions
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail
• Strong computer skills: Microsoft (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Strong customer focus with the ability to communicate, both verbal and written, with internal and external customers in a timely and professional manner
• Must have exceptional communication, both verbal and written, attention to detail and the ability to resolve issues efficiently and effectively 
• Self-starter who demonstrates strong initiative and sense of urgency, with the ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Must possess a strong customer-centric attitude, high energy level and a strong sense of urgency

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.