Talent.com
Senior Corporate Counsel (Hiring Immediately)

Senior Corporate Counsel (Hiring Immediately)

Ace Hardware CorporationOak Brook, IL, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

About This Role

Reporting to the Assistant General Counsel, the Senior Corporate Counsel provides practical, timely, quality legal services to help Ace Hardware Corporation meet its business objectives, and remain in compliance with laws, rules and regulations applicable to the company's businesses. This position requires a strong legal generalist with the ability to handle a wide variety of commercial agreements and legal issues, with a focus on ecommerce, digital marketplace agreements, technology including SaaS agreements, franchise matters, credit and financial matters, and corporate governance.

What You'll Do

  • Draft, review and negotiate a wide variety of commercial contracts including ecommerce, technology and marketing agreements. This includes SaaS, licensing and brand partnership agreements, professional services agreements, consulting agreements, agency agreements, supply agreements, and advertising and marketing agreements, in support of all commercial functions of Ace and its affiliates.
  • Focus on the digital and modern market business areas, with expertise in navigating and providing legal advice on complex issues that arise in online commerce and emerging technology environments and understanding best practices and emerging trends. Responsibilities may include advising on new digital products, platforms, online services and marketplaces; advising on marketing and intellectual property issues; understanding of data security and privacy laws and related contractual issues and collaborating with privacy and marketing teams to ensure legal compliance;
  • Provide legal advice and counsel on regulatory and compliance issues.
  • Provide legal advice and counsel on issues involving relationships with retailers and franchisees; negotiate commercial agreements that may impact retailer and franchisee relationships; and may assist with the preparation of Ace's Franchise Disclosure Documents.
  • Collaborate and work as part of a team with legal colleagues, business leaders and other partners to provide creative solutions to business issues while eliminating or minimizing legal risks.
  • Provide legal advice and counsel to business clients with contract and other commercial disputes that may arise.
  • Manage outside counsel and develop strategy for litigation and regulatory proceedings.
  • Handle day to day legal issues that arise and develop, review and revise various policies, processes, templates and forms.

Required Skills

  • Law Degree (Juris Doctor)
  • Licensed to practice law in Illinois
  • A minimum of ten years of legal experience, including in a corporate law department.
  • Competencies include :
  • Ability to partner effectively with business clients in a collaborative environment to understand and achieve stated business objectives within tight deadlines and with minimal supervision;

  • Influential, with the ability to become a trusted, visible resource for business clients;
  • An effective communicator with business partners, members of the legal department, and opposing counsel who can contribute to business decisions with convincing advice and who can express information clearly and in a manner appropriate for the audience;
  • Ability to assess the impact of advice on the business and foresee consequences;
  • Willing and able to take on new challenges;
  • A team player who is able to work with colleagues to improve team effectiveness while contributing his / her own ideas;
  • Cost-conscious and aware of budget implications of decisions;
  • Committed to personal development and continuous learning;
  • Able to handle Company confidential information and data requiring the highest degree of attention to preserve confidentiality; and
  • Exhibits a high degree of professional ethics and integrity.
  • #LI-MS1

    Compensation Details :

    $155400 - $202000 per year

    Why should you join our team?

    We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don't often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Ace is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.

    In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace also offers competitive benefits

  • that address life's necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including :
  • Incentive opportunities, based on role / grade level (rapid company growth over the past 5 years resulted in incentives being paid out at an average of 122% of your target opportunity!)
  • Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year in addition to quarterly contributions and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 5 years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 10.4% of total eligible compensation.
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability - up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability ) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
  • 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire
  • Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It's a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities - and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation
  • Ace invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review
  • We know the work environment matters. That's why Ace holds frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales
  • We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, recycling and more!
  • Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and more), travel, fitness, computers and thousands more
  • Birth / Adoption bonding paid time off
  • Adoption cost reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events
  • Identity theft protection
  • Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies.
  • Want to be notified when new jobs are posted? Follow the link below to create an account and set up custom job alerts :

    Create Job Alert

    We want to hear from you!

    When most people think of career opportunities with Ace Hardware, they often think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. However, have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process the invoices for more than 75,000 products? Maybe you haven't, but we'd like you to. Because together we help our customers take care of their homes. Come find out why a career with the Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    Ace Hardware Corporation is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state / local laws.

    Disclaimer

    The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual's education, training and experience, the position's work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

    Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.

    This written Position Description is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic / general essential job functions of a particular position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.

    It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who vi

    Create a job alert for this search

    Corporate Counsel • Oak Brook, IL, US

    Related jobs
    • Promoted
    Estate Planning Attorney

    Estate Planning Attorney

    JobotBrookfield, IL, US
    Full-time
    Estate Planning & Administration Attorney (3+ Years Experience | Chicago Suburbs).This Jobot Job is hosted by : Kevin Shilney. Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" ...Show moreLast updated: 10 days ago
    • Promoted
    Corporate Counsel

    Corporate Counsel

    JobotChicago, IL, US
    Full-time
    Established transportation company seeks Counsel! | 3-6 years experience | Non-managerial role | $145k + 10% bonus | Commercial contracts & compliance | Chicago based | Apply today!.This Jobot Job ...Show moreLast updated: 13 days ago
    • Promoted
    Commercial Counsel

    Commercial Counsel

    VirtualVocationsNaperville, Illinois, United States
    Full-time
    A company is looking for a Commercial Counsel to contribute to its legal strategy and operations.Key Responsibilities Collaborate with the sales team to streamline deal closures while ensuring le...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Civil Litigation Attorney

    Civil Litigation Attorney

    JobotSchaumburg, IL, US
    Full-time
    This Jobot Job is hosted by : Karyn Spies.Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" buttonand sending us your resume. Salary : $100,000 - $150,000 per year.Boutique law firm ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Senior Corporate Counsel

    Senior Corporate Counsel

    VirtualVocationsNaperville, Illinois, United States
    Full-time
    A company is looking for a Senior Corporate Counsel to address legal issues related to reforestation projects globally.Key Responsibilities Advise on global forest project developments and operat...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Corporate Attorney (4-6 years)

    Corporate Attorney (4-6 years)

    Direct CounselChicago, IL, US
    Full-time
    Direct Counsel has partnered with an AmLaw 200 firm to hire a mid-level attorney with 4-8 years of experience for its Corporate Business unit in their Chicago, IL office. This attorney will be respo...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Corporate Legal Counsel

    Corporate Legal Counsel

    Sol-Millennium Medical GroupChicago, IL, United States
    Full-time
    Sol-Millennium is a global healthcare company dedicated to improving the safety and well-being of patients and healthcare providers. With innovative solutions and a commitment to excellence, we stri...Show moreLast updated: 15 days ago
    • Promoted
    Projects & Infrastructure Attorney

    Projects & Infrastructure Attorney

    Direct CounselChicago, IL, US
    Full-time
    Projects & Infrastructure Associate Attorney.Chicago, DC, New York, Houston, Los Angeles, Palo Alto, San Francisco (Other major markets considered). Projects & Infrastructure Associate Attor...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    General Liability Associate Attorney

    General Liability Associate Attorney

    Wilson Elser - AttorneysChicago, IL, US
    Full-time
    Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms.We're also Mansfield...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Corporate M&A Attorney

    Corporate M&A Attorney

    VirtualVocationsLincolnwood, Illinois, United States
    Full-time
    A company is looking for a Corporate M&A Associate Attorney.Key Responsibilities Draft, review, and negotiate corporate and M&A documents Conduct and manage due diligence review and disclosure s...Show moreLast updated: 23 days ago
    • Promoted
    Family Law Associate Attorney

    Family Law Associate Attorney

    JobotNaperville, IL, US
    Full-time
    Family Law Associate Attorney - Three Chicagoland Offices!.This Jobot Job is hosted by : Jacob Vane.Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" buttonand sending us your resu...Show moreLast updated: 5 days ago
    • Promoted
    Private Companies Associate Attorney

    Private Companies Associate Attorney

    Direct CounselChicago, IL, US
    Full-time
    Private Companies Associate Attorney – Boston, Chicago, Washington, D.New York, Reston, San Francisco, or Seattle.Private Companies Associate Attorney. This position offers the opportunity to ...Show moreLast updated: 5 days ago
    • Promoted
    New York Licensed Legal Consultant

    New York Licensed Legal Consultant

    VirtualVocationsLincolnwood, Illinois, United States
    Full-time
    A company is looking for an Independent Legal Consultant to support operations by reviewing contracts and providing legal guidance. Key Responsibilities Review and provide guidance on various cont...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    New York Licensed Corporate Counsel

    New York Licensed Corporate Counsel

    VirtualVocationsLincolnwood, Illinois, United States
    Full-time
    A company is looking for a Corporate Counsel to lead its legal function and advise senior leadership.Key Responsibilities Serve as primary legal advisor on corporate governance, risk management, ...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago
    • Promoted
    Commercial Legal Counsel

    Commercial Legal Counsel

    The Options Clearing CorporationChicago, IL, United States
    Full-time
    THIS POSITION IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR VISA SPONSORSHIP • • • • •.We're seeking an experienced Commercial Legal Counsel to join our team. In this role, you'll focus on technology contracts, cross-functional c...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    General Counsel

    General Counsel

    Justrite Manufacturing Co LLCDeerfield, IL, United States
    Full-time
    Our ever-growing portfolio of companies collaborates to deliver advanced industrial safety solutions that set the standard for excellence. As our business continues to grow, we continue to look for ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    New York Licensed Staff Counsel

    New York Licensed Staff Counsel

    VirtualVocationsLincolnwood, Illinois, United States
    Full-time
    A company is looking for a Staff Counsel II.Key Responsibilities Independently represents the Insured in court and presents witnesses and evidence on litigated claims Analyzes complex legal issu...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
    • Promoted
    Senior Employment Litigation Counsel

    Senior Employment Litigation Counsel

    JobotChicago, IL, US
    Full-time
    This Jobot Job is hosted by : Jessica Hughes.Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" buttonand sending us your resume. Salary : $250,000 - $350,000 per year.We are a nation...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago