Description:

Job Summary:
The Assistant General Counsel is responsible for providing advice, legal counsel and risk assessment to A Wholesale Company regarding commercial transactions and strategic initiatives led by A Wholesale Company's headquarters, or Global Support Center (“GSC”). Serves as the primary or secondary legal support for a variety of business professionals, such as senior management, company executives and/or leadership of key GSC functions including merchandising, technology, supply chain, sustainability, eCommerce, intellectual property, M&A/corporate development, and finance. Manages and selects outside counsel and develops strategies to support key initiatives for the overall organization.

Responsibilities:

Act as lead counsel and manage the legal aspects of a wide variety of strategic commercial transactions.
Participate in cross-functional teams to provide legal guidance and to support the development and execution of enterprise-wide initiatives, policies and strategies
Deliver data-driven reporting that informs senior leaders on progress and effectiveness of initiatives
Develop form agreements and guidance to enhance efficiency
Provide advice and counsel regarding compliance with applicable federal and state regulations
Manage outside counsel fees and costs to maintain efficiency
Enhance the commercial and transactions function through process automation and legal technology
Provide guidance to paralegals and/or junior level attorneys
Represent the legal team in in industry, professional and community affairs

Education/Experience:

Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials required
5+ years legal experience, including at least 4 years practicing and litigating at either a major law firm or in-house legal department focusing on a broad range of securities and corporate governance matters (can be a combination)
Prior in-house experience at a public company preferred
Excellent management skills and business judgment with a capacity to make decisions and give practical advice, which demonstrates an understanding of overall business objectives and the “big picture” risks/rewards of each situation
Strong organizational skills, flexibility and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, using methodical problem solving and decision making to resolve ambiguity
Proactive personality, eager to learn new areas of the law and committed to understanding the industry and the company's business
Ability to communicate effectively and convey critical information to a non-legal audience is imperative
Must uphold the highest standards of discretion and confidentiality

Language Skills:
Above-average command of English, both oral and written, and excellent grammar, proofreading, punctuation and spelling skills.

Mathematical Skills:
Above-average arithmetical skills.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

High energy level required. Ability, physically and mentally, to simultaneously handle several tasks. Candidate must be able to sit for long periods of time and undertake lengthy typing tasks. Candidate must be able to multitask without error and be able to handle stress in a positive manner.