Our client is a leading global wellness, personal care, and beauty company with operations in over 100 countries and annual revenue exceeding $700 million.
The company is headquartered in White Plains, NY, with additional offices in Stamford, CT.
The role will be in the office 3 day per week, ideally with flexibility for a 4th.
Position Summary :
The Associate General Counsel will report to the General Counsel and support the Legal Department and Executive Leadership Team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to strategic business decisions while managing a broad range of legal matters across the organization.
Key Responsibilities :
- Provide legal support across all aspects of the business.
- Manage legal budget globally, including oversight of vendors and outside counsel.
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts (70% of workload).
- Handle litigation management, corporate governance, and M&A due diligence (30% of workload).
- Support corporate ethics, compliance, cybersecurity, data privacy, and crisis management.
- Advise on regulatory compliance and business strategy.
- Assist with entry into new business areas, including NPD and R&D.
Areas of Routine Practice :
Corporate organization and governanceIntellectual property (trademarks, patents, trade dress, trade secrets, domain names)Product registration and MoCRA complianceCustoms clearance, audits, and investigations (domestic and international)Claims and litigation (including legacy product liability and asbestos / talc docket)False advertising, IP infringement, anti-counterfeitingContract disputes and Prop 65 complianceQualifications :
JD from an accredited law school and admission to practice law.Minimum of 5-10 years of legal experience, preferably with a mix of law firm and in-house roles.Strong background in commercial contracts, corporate governance, and litigation.Experience in international legal matters and regulatory compliance.Familiarity with Legisway or similar contract management systems is a plus.Compensation :
Base salary range : $180,000 – $200,000, commensurate with experience.