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Deputy General Counsel

Deputy General Counsel

Bishop & Company, Inc.Honolulu, HI, US
24 days ago
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  • Full-time
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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, Exempt
  • Compensation : 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

    Bishop & Company proudly supports Hawai‘i’s business community by connecting top talent with outstanding organizations. We charge no fees to candidates, and all client services are 100% guaranteed.

    Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability & Veteran

    📞 (808) 839-2200 | bishopco.net

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