Associate General Counsel - Remote
Company: UNFI
Location: Providence
Posted on: April 28, 2024
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Job Description:
PURPOSE:The Associate General Counsel will report to the Deputy
General Counsel, Corporate & Strategic Transactions and will be a
key member of the Company s legal team responsible for (i)
independently negotiating and handling, and leading a team to
negotiate and handle, a wide range of complex commercial contracts
and providing business counsel and legal advice to senior
management in connection therewith and customer credit arrangements
and (ii) providing strategic direction and leadership over other
corporate transactions that may arise from time to time. The Senior
Corporate Counsel will, among other things, advise on and approve
contracts and other agreements for designated operating departments
of the Company, play an integral role in developing and
implementing contract templates for new business models and
harmonizing agreements in connection with integration of two legacy
companies and ensure adherence to the Company s contracting policy
and procedures. This position will provide best-in-class legal
services in an efficient, timely and cost-effective manner by
anticipating, addressing and creatively resolving legal issues and
providing counsel to the Company in a manner that optimizes
business results.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Independently structure,
draft, review and negotiate, as well as lead a lean team of
contract attorneys in structuring, drafting, reviewing and
negotiating, a wide range of complex commercial contracts and
related arrangements, including customer and supplier terms and
conditions, customer credit documents, supply chain, merchandising,
private label and marketing contracts, large scale enterprise
solutions and technology platforms, outsourcing (both as a customer
and as a service provider), licensing, procurement and professional
service agreements covering cross-functional areas of the
business;Assist with corporate transactions including Market
Development agreements and debt financing transactions;Work
collaboratively with a broad range of stakeholders and develop
strong partnerships with operating leaders by providing excellent
legal guidance and facilitating efficient resolution of commercial
questions;Structure, analyze and advise on contract interpretation,
breach issues, disputes, terminations and remedies;Review existing
contract management processes and develop and implement simplified
procedures for the review, negotiation and approval of commercial
contracts;Assist with negotiations involving Company senior
management and executive-level representatives of potential
partners and contracting parties;Lead and support other legal staff
members in complex commercial contracting and general corporate
matters on a project management basis;Develop training materials
and deliver training to operating leaders on critical contract
terms, negotiating strategies and related legal and commercial
issues;Proactively engage operating teams to review and evaluate
business practices for legal risk;Provide legal counsel to
operating leaders that effectively supports commercial operations
and growth and profit objectives while mitigating risk;Develop a
thorough understanding of and familiarity with UNFI s business,
products and future goals; andAssist with drafting corporate
policies and conducting training of legal and non-legal personnel
within the areas of responsibilities outlined.JOB
REQUIREMENTS:Education/Certification:Undergraduate degree from a
well-known university/college combined with a J.D. from a highly
respected law schoolMembership in good standing to the State Bar of
Minnesota or the ability to register as an in-house counsel
pursuant to applicable state court rulesExperience:11+ years of
legal experience gained in a sophisticated law firm environment and
prominent in-house legal department, with experience drafting,
reviewing and negotiating complex commercial agreements and
finance/treasury transactions (including debt and other financing
transactions), as well as managing other attorneys and
paralegalsExperience in wholesale distribution and retail
industries is a plusKnowledge:Strong drafting and negotiation
skills and broad corporate transactional background in general
commercial contracts, debt/finance and/or M&A is
preferredSkills/Abilities:Excellent communications skills, written
and verbalMust be a team player, willing to jump in and help out
wherever needed on projectsMust also be a quick learner with strong
internal motivation and possess initiative, integrity and
resilienceAbility to present information and reports to management
timely, clearly and conciselyAbility to collaborate, build
relationships, gain credibility and partner with others in a
complex organization in pursuit of the best possible business and
legal termsStrong project management skills and work ethic, with
great attention to details and a roll up the sleeves
attitudeAbility to navigate, be comfortable with and have the
flexibility to adjust in, a collaborative, intense, fast-paced,
results-oriented environmentStrong, pragmatic business acumen with
the ability to recognize and communicate the business consequences
of legal adviceWillingness and ability to travel, as
necessaryPHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/ DEMANDS:Some travel may be
requiredThe above statements are intended to describe the general
nature of the work performed by the employees assigned to this job.
All employees must comply with Company policy and applicable laws.
The responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so
classified may vary within each department and/or location.All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin,
disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal
Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and
respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA
Federal Contractor.
Keywords: UNFI, North Attleborough , Associate General Counsel - Remote, Legal , Providence, Massachusetts
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