Continental
Attorney / Counsel
Continental, Fort Mill, South Carolina, United States, 29715
Company Description
Continental Tire has been around for 150 years, we’ve been changing the way the world moves while making it more safe, smart, sustainable and accessible to all. The America’s headquarters located in Fort Mill, South Carolina is seeking a highly self-motivated and detail-oriented Attorney / Counsel to join our Law group! The ideal candidate has excellent communication skills, is dependable and accountable.
Are you ready to shape the future with us?
Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2022, Continental generated sales of €39.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 57 countries and markets.Job DescriptionSG 12
Review, negotiate and draft various domestic and international commercial contracts with customers, dealers/distributors, suppliers and business partners, including service agreements, pricing and supply agreements, component purchases, equipment purchases and installation agreements, lease and bailment agreements.Provide counsel to the commercial real estate team, including drafting, review and negotiation of purchase and sale agreements, construction contracts, leases, title review, easements, SNDA agreements, and tenant estoppel certificates (in coordination with outside counsel).Collaborate with marketing and communication teams to review advertising and product materials and press releases, as well as draft and negotiate sponsorships, licenses, releases, and trade show arrangements.Provide legal and business advice necessary to support all company business areas and corporate functions with daily operations.Counsel and train employees on bid and contract review processes and other relevant legal, compliance, and risk management issues, best practices and corporate strategies.Manage customer and supplier disputes and formal litigation matters which may necessitate managing outside counsel.Manage corporate governance for all North American legal entities, supporting oversight of internal company mergers, board and shareholder/member resolutions and corporate filings.Must have ability to explain complex, challenging issues in a clear manner to all levels of the organization, including senior management.Must have ability to work directly with and gain client confidence to encourage and continue the proactive use of in-house legal counsel.QualificationsBasic:
Bachelor’s Degree and JD Degree from ABA Accredited Law School.Admitted to the Bar in at least one state.7+ years experience as an attorney in a corporation, law firm or both.5+ years experience with UCC Article 2 and reviewing, negotiating and drafting various domestic and international commercial contracts.Ability to work with international clients and colleagues.Solid judgment and business acumen and understanding of business operations.Self-motivated and efficient, with good business judgment and analytical skills.Forward-thinking and creative, with the confidence to present and advocate for the implementation of ideas and continuous improvement of and compliance with internal transactional policies and procedures.Demonstrated ability to prioritize effectively and to make and implement tough and potentially unpopular decisions.Clear understanding and adherence to ethical principles, company values, codes of conduct and corporate policies.Legal Authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job opening.Relocation is not offered.Preferred:
Admitted to the Bar in North and/or South Carolina.Work experience in a global manufacturing and technology company.Tire and/or Automotive industry experience.10+ years experience as an attorney in a corporation, law firm or both.Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.EEO-Statement:EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to Careers@conti-na.com or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.
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Continental Tire has been around for 150 years, we’ve been changing the way the world moves while making it more safe, smart, sustainable and accessible to all. The America’s headquarters located in Fort Mill, South Carolina is seeking a highly self-motivated and detail-oriented Attorney / Counsel to join our Law group! The ideal candidate has excellent communication skills, is dependable and accountable.
Are you ready to shape the future with us?
Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2022, Continental generated sales of €39.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 57 countries and markets.Job DescriptionSG 12
Review, negotiate and draft various domestic and international commercial contracts with customers, dealers/distributors, suppliers and business partners, including service agreements, pricing and supply agreements, component purchases, equipment purchases and installation agreements, lease and bailment agreements.Provide counsel to the commercial real estate team, including drafting, review and negotiation of purchase and sale agreements, construction contracts, leases, title review, easements, SNDA agreements, and tenant estoppel certificates (in coordination with outside counsel).Collaborate with marketing and communication teams to review advertising and product materials and press releases, as well as draft and negotiate sponsorships, licenses, releases, and trade show arrangements.Provide legal and business advice necessary to support all company business areas and corporate functions with daily operations.Counsel and train employees on bid and contract review processes and other relevant legal, compliance, and risk management issues, best practices and corporate strategies.Manage customer and supplier disputes and formal litigation matters which may necessitate managing outside counsel.Manage corporate governance for all North American legal entities, supporting oversight of internal company mergers, board and shareholder/member resolutions and corporate filings.Must have ability to explain complex, challenging issues in a clear manner to all levels of the organization, including senior management.Must have ability to work directly with and gain client confidence to encourage and continue the proactive use of in-house legal counsel.QualificationsBasic:
Bachelor’s Degree and JD Degree from ABA Accredited Law School.Admitted to the Bar in at least one state.7+ years experience as an attorney in a corporation, law firm or both.5+ years experience with UCC Article 2 and reviewing, negotiating and drafting various domestic and international commercial contracts.Ability to work with international clients and colleagues.Solid judgment and business acumen and understanding of business operations.Self-motivated and efficient, with good business judgment and analytical skills.Forward-thinking and creative, with the confidence to present and advocate for the implementation of ideas and continuous improvement of and compliance with internal transactional policies and procedures.Demonstrated ability to prioritize effectively and to make and implement tough and potentially unpopular decisions.Clear understanding and adherence to ethical principles, company values, codes of conduct and corporate policies.Legal Authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job opening.Relocation is not offered.Preferred:
Admitted to the Bar in North and/or South Carolina.Work experience in a global manufacturing and technology company.Tire and/or Automotive industry experience.10+ years experience as an attorney in a corporation, law firm or both.Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.EEO-Statement:EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to Careers@conti-na.com or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.
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