Position Overview
The Corporate Counsel will serve as an in-house attorney and handle a variety of legal matters and projects as a key member of a small, well-regarded law function in a growing, thriving company. Reporting to the Vice President, General Counsel, this role will focus on risk identification and mitigation in the context of opportunity enablement and advancement of business objectives. Day-to-day activities typically involve collaborating with and supporting HR, managing our employment litigation docket, drafting and reviewing customer and vendor agreements, maintaining our corporate governance compliance, and assisting our Operations business partners. This is an extremely important position in our organization and we believe it represents a tremendous opportunity for professional growth and advancement for the right individual.
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities
Employment and Labor:
Advises regarding employment issues/rights while recommending legal action; mediates between employees and CJL and represents CJL in mediations or agency proceedings. Works together with HR on separation determinations and associated documentation, both for individuals and layoffs. Collaborates with the HR function and outside counsel to judge the merits of claims filed against the company and works with appropriate management to define the defense and recommends settlements of disputes where warranted in the following employment areas:
Workers’ compensation
Termination of employment
Sexual harassment
Workplace safety
Wage and overtime standards
Privacy rights
Discrimination against employees based on age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, marital status, medical conditions, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.
Employee benefits including leaves of absence
Corporate Governance / Compliance:
Works with General Counsel to prepare board resolutions and other required governance documents. Manages legal compliance with states and agencies, including business licensing, state authorities, and transportation licensing. Advise on any international compliance requirements or developments requiring action. Work with HQ to support global compliance initiatives.
Real Estate:
- Reviews leases and other real estate agreements; identifies risks
- Works with Finance to ensure payments are consistent with lease obligations.
Customer/Vendor Contracts:
Drafts, reviews and negotiates a wide range of commercial agreements, including customer contracts, vendor contracts, and consulting agreements.
General Legal Support:
Provides legal support and advice to all business areas of the organization. Advises Business Development, Customer Development, Finance and Operations managers on contract status, legal risks, and business terms of various deals. Collaborates with Finance, IT, and Business Managers on managing overall company risk in areas of insurance, cyber liability, product liability, real estate, and physical assets. Assists the General Counsel with advancing company strategic initiatives.
Manage Outside Counsel:
Manages outside counsel representing company on claims and litigation matters, including facilitating information gathering and consistent strategy
Perform other related job duties as assigned or required.
Preferred Qualifications
This is largely a sedentary role requiring the physical ability to:
Sit for prolonged periods of time at a desk while working on a computer
Use hands and fingers to operate a keyboard, mouse, and telephone
Speak and hear clearly in person, virtually, and over the phone
Occasionally stand, walk, reach, stoop, or lift up to 10 pounds
- Salary: Your bas e pay is one part of your total compensation package. We anticipate this role to pay a minimum base salary of $165,000, but actual base pay will depend on the successful candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience
- 20% AIP Bonus
- Competitive compensation package
- Full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), Life insurance, tuition assistance, PTO and MORE!
- Growing company with a performance record that continues to climb!
- Open-door work environment
- High Performance culture with a focus on a growth mindset where continuous improvement is embraced
- Opportunities for advancement!
Work Environment
This position operates in a professional office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment, such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and printers.
The work environment is typically quiet to moderate in noise level and is climate controlled.
Location/Remote Eligibility
This is a hybrid role based out of our Des Plaines, IL office. Regular, on-site presence is required four (4) days per week or as otherwise directed by the company.
Schedule
Work hours are generally between 8am and 5pm, and may occasionally include evenings, weekends, or holidays based on business needs.
Flexible hours may be required to support deadlines or cross-functional collaboration.
CJ Logistics About Statement:
At CJ Logistics America, we know that we do our best work when we have an inclusive and diverse team, where we can draw on our different life experiences to help us deliver innovative solutions for our customers. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity, equity, and an inclusive workplace. Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalized people tend to only when they check every box. So if you think you might be a good fit for the role, but don't necessarily meet every single requirement on the job posting, we still encourage you to apply.
CJ Logistics delivers integrated and multimodal logistics services, connecting every corner of the world via air, sea and land. As a lead logistics partner (LLP), third-party logistics provider (3PL) and supply chain consultant, we help customers leverage supply chain management as a competitive advantage, reducing total system costs, transforming business processes, improving service and facilitating growth and change. With a focus on social responsibility and sustainability through growth with customers and communities, we prioritize the wellbeing of the end consumer, our customers and our employees. CJ Logistics is responsible for the North America region, specializing in solutions for regulated industries such as food and beverage, consumer-packaged goods, healthcare and medical supplies, and tire and automotive.
CJ Logistics is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We prohibit discrimination and or/harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military statue, disability (physical or mental) medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, CJ Logistics participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.
At this time, CJ Logistics America is unable to offer visa sponsorship or support for work authorization.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Candidates must complete an application at:
https://jobs.jobvite.com/cjlogisticsamerica/jobs
Corporate Counsel