TBG | The Bachrach Group
A publicly traded company is seeking a highly motivated Associate General Counsel to join its legal team and support the General Counsel in overseeing the company’s legal affairs. This role involves providing strategic and day-to-day legal guidance across a wide range of practice areas including contracts, compliance, employment law, intellectual property, corporate governance, SEC regulations, and more. The ideal candidate is a skilled generalist with strong communication, analytical, and organizational abilities who can confidently manage diverse legal matters in a fast-paced environment.
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Key Responsibilities :
- Advise internal stakeholders on legal issues related to commercial agreements, regulatory compliance, SEC matters, corporate governance, and employment law.
- Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts including leases, vendor agreements, service contracts, and licensing arrangements.
- Conduct legal research and provide concise, well-reasoned guidance and written recommendations.
- Collaborate with and manage outside counsel, particularly for insurance defense matters.
- Partner with HR to investigate and respond to employee concerns, including drafting responses to EEOC and Florida Commission on Human Rights complaints.
- Assist in preparing and reviewing SEC filings in coordination with securities counsel.
- Contribute to continuous process improvement and other legal or business initiatives as needed.
Qualifications :
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and active membership in the Florida Bar.
- 4–5+ years of experience in a law firm or in-house legal department.
- Proven experience drafting and negotiating contracts.
- Strong legal research, writing, and verbal communication skills.
- Well-organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Comfortable working independently and collaboratively, exercising discretion and sound judgment.
- Previous experience in the hospitality industry is a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).