Job Description
Deputy General Counsel – Honolulu, HI
Represented by Bishop & Company
Bishop & Company is partnering with a well-established, Hawai‘i-based retail organization to seek a Deputy General Counsel for its Honolulu headquarters. This is an exceptional opportunity for a licensed Hawai‘i attorney to take on a high-visibility legal leadership role, supporting executive decision-making and helping shape company-wide initiatives across a dynamic, multicultural enterprise.
What Makes This Opportunity Unique
- Serve as a strategic legal advisor to senior and executive leadership.
- Contribute to major business initiatives spanning corporate, regulatory, employment, and compliance areas.
- Collaborate with international counterparts, including legal teams in Japan.
- Lead and support complex transactions involving M&A, real estate development, leasing, and operations.
- Be part of a global organization recognized for integrity, innovation, and collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
Partner with the General Counsel to oversee the company’s legal strategy and operations.Provide counsel on compliance, risk management, and corporate governance.Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including mergers, acquisitions, construction, and vendor agreements.Manage claims, investigations, and litigation matters.Advise on HR, employment, and regulatory issues, ensuring alignment with laws and company policies.Coordinate and manage outside counsel engagements.Maintain corporate documentation such as minutes, resolutions, and consents.Support intellectual property, trademark, and copyright matters.Deliver legal training and education to leadership and staff.Qualifications
Licensed to practice law in the State of Hawai‘i.Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.Minimum 2–4 years of legal experience, preferably within a law firm or corporate in-house environment.Strong foundation in corporate governance, compliance, and business law.Experience navigating multi-cultural or international business environments (U.S. and Asia experience ideal).Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.Sound professional judgment balancing legal risk and business objectives.Supervisory or team leadership experience a plus.Position Details
Location : Honolulu, HI (On-site at headquarters)Employment Type : Full-time, ExemptCompensation : Up to $130,000 annually, bonus eligible; commensurate with experience and budget approval.This is a rare opportunity to join a respected Hawai‘i-based company as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, contributing directly to its ongoing growth and success.
📧 To Apply :
Submit your resume and cover letter to : jobs@bishopco.net
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