Legal Counsel
Core
Primary legal advisor for local operations of a new manufacturing plant, focusing on labor relations, corporate law, and environmental compliance.
Role type
In-house legal counsel (manufacturing)
Builds
Legal framework and compliance programs for a new U.S. manufacturing site
Domain
Manufacturing, Energy Storage, Clean Energy
Required skills
Labor and employment law, Union negotiations, Corporate law, Contract management, Environmental compliance, U.S. and Illinois state law
Preferred skills
Multinational corporation experience, Setting up legal functions in new facilities
Technologies
Legal research tools, Contract management systems
Responsibilities
Advise management on labor and employment law matters including union-related issues and dispute resolution. Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and corporate documents. Provide legal guidance on corporate governance and regulatory compliance. Support and oversee environmental compliance matters. Partner with HR to address workplace disputes and disciplinary matters. Manage legal aspects of compliance programs, audits, and investigations. Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC