ACC - Association of Corporate Counsel
Associate Counsel
ACC - Association of Corporate Counsel, Cambridge, Ohio, United States, 43725
Summary
The Associate General Counsel will play a pivotal role and work closely with our Senior Leadership Team and AMG Group Corporate Counsel to navigate and address legal responsibilities and challenges, while fostering a culture of positive teamwork. He or she is a strategic partner that will provide practical legal advice and guidance on a wide range of business matters while safeguarding the legal interests of AMG Vanadium through clear and concise communication with internal and external stakeholders. Associate General Counsel is a newly created position and will be the primary legal support to AMG Vanadium businesses, with dotted line reporting to AMG Group Legal at its corporate headquarters.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Lead by example and comply with all AMG V safety and environmental requirements, policies, and procedures, including AMG’s Code of Business Conduct.
Embrace and promote the AMG V culture in all day-to-day activities; foster and promote a positive, respectful work environment that is aligned with AMG’s values.
Foster collaborative relationships with Senior Leadership, functional area heads, and Legal colleagues (internal and external) while ensuring alignment to organizational strategy, values, and principles, including AMG’s Code of Business Conduct.
Represent the Company in a full range of legal matters, including commercial agreements, labor and employment, intellectual property, regulatory, litigation, and more.
Engage in implementing the Company’s business initiatives, strategic plans, and special projects alongside the Corporate Counsel, as well as other members of Senior Leadership.
Maintain expertise and advise appropriate department members regarding legal developments. Educate, inform, and regularly update Senior Leadership on relevant law changes that impact their work.
Assist with legal support of the AMG Vanadium Division businesses globally, including corporate governance, commercial agreements, joint ventures, and acquisitions/divestitures. Serve as acting secretary to AMG Vanadium’s management board, overseeing corporate housekeeping matters at AMG Vanadium group.
Partner with Human Resources regarding various personnel matters, policies, and complex employee relations issues.
Support and assist management to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and rules that apply to the Company’s activities.
Review and advise management on the Company’s rights and obligations. Draft, review and revise customer contracts in negotiation and consultation with management and customers/vendors.
Amend contracts after negotiations and consultation with customers/vendors.
Mediation between opposing parties if there is a breach of contract.
Track and execute contract renewals before the expiration date.
Qualifications/Skills/Requirements:
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
7-10 years relevant legal experience within a law firm or corporation, some in-house experience preferred.
Excellent understanding of Federal and State Labor Laws (preferably Ohio).
Experience with manufacturing and labor unions preferred.
The ability to practice law in Ohio (required).
Strong business acumen and understanding of commercial and financial implications of strategy development and execution.
Flexibility and willingness to learn new areas and take ownership of a variety of legal matters.
Effective communicator and possess practical, problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to simplify complex situations and propose practical solutions.
Demonstrated project management, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism.
Sound decision-making and ability to rapidly generate a high degree of respect and trust from various business leaders across the organization.
Team player capable of leading up and down and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet key milestones and drive results.
Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work.
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The Associate General Counsel will play a pivotal role and work closely with our Senior Leadership Team and AMG Group Corporate Counsel to navigate and address legal responsibilities and challenges, while fostering a culture of positive teamwork. He or she is a strategic partner that will provide practical legal advice and guidance on a wide range of business matters while safeguarding the legal interests of AMG Vanadium through clear and concise communication with internal and external stakeholders. Associate General Counsel is a newly created position and will be the primary legal support to AMG Vanadium businesses, with dotted line reporting to AMG Group Legal at its corporate headquarters.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Lead by example and comply with all AMG V safety and environmental requirements, policies, and procedures, including AMG’s Code of Business Conduct.
Embrace and promote the AMG V culture in all day-to-day activities; foster and promote a positive, respectful work environment that is aligned with AMG’s values.
Foster collaborative relationships with Senior Leadership, functional area heads, and Legal colleagues (internal and external) while ensuring alignment to organizational strategy, values, and principles, including AMG’s Code of Business Conduct.
Represent the Company in a full range of legal matters, including commercial agreements, labor and employment, intellectual property, regulatory, litigation, and more.
Engage in implementing the Company’s business initiatives, strategic plans, and special projects alongside the Corporate Counsel, as well as other members of Senior Leadership.
Maintain expertise and advise appropriate department members regarding legal developments. Educate, inform, and regularly update Senior Leadership on relevant law changes that impact their work.
Assist with legal support of the AMG Vanadium Division businesses globally, including corporate governance, commercial agreements, joint ventures, and acquisitions/divestitures. Serve as acting secretary to AMG Vanadium’s management board, overseeing corporate housekeeping matters at AMG Vanadium group.
Partner with Human Resources regarding various personnel matters, policies, and complex employee relations issues.
Support and assist management to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and rules that apply to the Company’s activities.
Review and advise management on the Company’s rights and obligations. Draft, review and revise customer contracts in negotiation and consultation with management and customers/vendors.
Amend contracts after negotiations and consultation with customers/vendors.
Mediation between opposing parties if there is a breach of contract.
Track and execute contract renewals before the expiration date.
Qualifications/Skills/Requirements:
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
7-10 years relevant legal experience within a law firm or corporation, some in-house experience preferred.
Excellent understanding of Federal and State Labor Laws (preferably Ohio).
Experience with manufacturing and labor unions preferred.
The ability to practice law in Ohio (required).
Strong business acumen and understanding of commercial and financial implications of strategy development and execution.
Flexibility and willingness to learn new areas and take ownership of a variety of legal matters.
Effective communicator and possess practical, problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to simplify complex situations and propose practical solutions.
Demonstrated project management, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism.
Sound decision-making and ability to rapidly generate a high degree of respect and trust from various business leaders across the organization.
Team player capable of leading up and down and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet key milestones and drive results.
Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work.
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