Nestlé
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Associate Counsel
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Nestlé . Nestlé USA
seeks a skilled Associate Counsel to join our Acquisitions, Business Development & Commercial Transactions Team, which provides legal support for general commercial and business development transactions. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a diverse range of commercial contracts, including IT/software agreements, and provide legal support to our U.S. and Canadian operations. Key Responsibilities
Provide expert legal advice on general commercial transactions and procurement-related issues, including transaction structuring, contract interpretation and enforcement, legal and regulatory compliance and corporate policies. Review, draft, and negotiate a wide variety of agreements, such as technology services, licensing, employee benefits, marketing, supply, manufacturing, warehouse, engineering, equipment leases, terms and conditions of sale, development, and license agreements. Manage and coordinate legal aspects of deals, ensuring proactive collaboration with internal stakeholders. Offer ongoing risk assessments and crisis management support. What We're Looking For
J.D. from an accredited law school and current membership in the Virginia Bar or Ohio Bar. Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, including significant experience reviewing, drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and business development transactions. Background representing large, complex businesses and working directly with business principals. Strong commitment to client service and problem-solving. Preferred Experience
3+ years in a large law firm drafting contracts. Experience representing clients in the consumer packaged goods industry. Expertise in contract drafting and interpretation, business disputes, and compliance. Skills
Exceptional contract drafting and negotiation skills. Ability to build trust and work effectively at all organizational levels. Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to work in a collaborative team environment. Ability to prioritize workload, self-manage projects, handle multiple tasks, and meet business deadlines. Ability to adapt to evolving business and legal environment. Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills. A proven ability to achieve results. Detail-oriented with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Location
This position is based in Arlington, VA, or Solon, OH, with very limited business travel. EEO and Accommodations
The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations. Contact accommodations@nestle.com or dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy.
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Join to apply for the
Associate Counsel
role at
Nestlé . Nestlé USA
seeks a skilled Associate Counsel to join our Acquisitions, Business Development & Commercial Transactions Team, which provides legal support for general commercial and business development transactions. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a diverse range of commercial contracts, including IT/software agreements, and provide legal support to our U.S. and Canadian operations. Key Responsibilities
Provide expert legal advice on general commercial transactions and procurement-related issues, including transaction structuring, contract interpretation and enforcement, legal and regulatory compliance and corporate policies. Review, draft, and negotiate a wide variety of agreements, such as technology services, licensing, employee benefits, marketing, supply, manufacturing, warehouse, engineering, equipment leases, terms and conditions of sale, development, and license agreements. Manage and coordinate legal aspects of deals, ensuring proactive collaboration with internal stakeholders. Offer ongoing risk assessments and crisis management support. What We're Looking For
J.D. from an accredited law school and current membership in the Virginia Bar or Ohio Bar. Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, including significant experience reviewing, drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and business development transactions. Background representing large, complex businesses and working directly with business principals. Strong commitment to client service and problem-solving. Preferred Experience
3+ years in a large law firm drafting contracts. Experience representing clients in the consumer packaged goods industry. Expertise in contract drafting and interpretation, business disputes, and compliance. Skills
Exceptional contract drafting and negotiation skills. Ability to build trust and work effectively at all organizational levels. Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to work in a collaborative team environment. Ability to prioritize workload, self-manage projects, handle multiple tasks, and meet business deadlines. Ability to adapt to evolving business and legal environment. Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills. A proven ability to achieve results. Detail-oriented with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Location
This position is based in Arlington, VA, or Solon, OH, with very limited business travel. EEO and Accommodations
The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations. Contact accommodations@nestle.com or dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy.
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