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AGRICREDIT - DE LAGE LANDEN
associate general counsel
POSITION SPECIFICATIONS
CLIENT
For over 45 years, our client, Agricredit Acceptance LLC
(www.agricredit.com), has been committed to serving the agriculture
industry by providing global expertise, resources, and financing
solutions to accommodate all types of agribusiness enterprises. The
company touts a $1.7 billion portfolio of over 90,000 customers in
serving 3,500 dealers throughout North America alone. Agricredit's
purpose is to provide agricultural suppliers, manufacturers and
distributors with credit services. Its product offerings include
asset-based, third party lending; inventory floor plan financing; and
lease portfolio management.
Although an autonomously-run entity, Agricredit Acceptance ("AAC")
is owned by Rabobank Nederland (www.rabobank.com) through its De Lage
Landen International subsidiary (www.delagelanden.com). At $500
billion, Rabobank is one of the largest banking companies in the
world. It has long been known to be a strong advocate and financing
partner to the agriculture sector. With its financial strength, as
signified by its AAA credit rating, Rabobank and its affiliates
possess the means to provide asset-based lending while affording
Agricredit the capacity to expand into other financing relationships.
The position is physically located at Agricredit's headquarters in
the greater Des Moines, IA, region. This locale offers an
exceptionally high quality of life setting for individuals and
families alike, such as moderate cost of living, quality housing and
schools, and recreational activities.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Associate General Counsel ("AGC") will report to the Vice
President - General Counsel of Agricredit. Together, these
individuals, along with support personnel, manage the day-to-day
legal affairs of the organization. The Vice President operates under
a dual reporting relationship with a solid line accountability to the
Chief Operating Officer of AAC and a dotted-line connection to the
General Counsel of De Lage Landen.
Generic responsibilities will include structuring, negotiating and
creating documentation for retail and wholesale financing for or
through dealers as well as authorizing funding on particular
transactions (e.g., from documentation and compliance perspectives).
The successful hire will develop and implement training relative to
legal issues, maintain standard and non-standard documentation,
structure, negotiate and create documentation for national financing
program relationships with vendors of equipment and for large-ticket
financings, monitor collection and workout litigation and assist the
Vice President - General Counsel in regulatory and corporate
compliance matters relating to the functions of AAC.
Essential functions of the role include the following:
- Structure, negotiate and create documentation for retail financing
and dealer wholesale financing transactions involving specialized assets including
agricultural equipment and food processing and packaging equipment.
- Structure, negotiate and create documentation of national financing
program relationships with vendors of equipment involving specialized funding
options and various recourse and vendor support arrangements (net loss, credit
pools, etc.).
- Review and authorize "final funding" of all transactions
which: (1) are in excess of certain dollar thresholds, (2) contain exceptions
to documentation policies, (3) are created by a third party (e.g., non-standard
agreements), or (4) present complex documentation provisions.
- Maintain, review and update standard inventory (floor plan) financing
transaction documentation and inventory (floor plan) financing reference manuals.
- Maintain, review and update standard retail financing documentation
and retail financing reference manuals, including a detailed analysis of the
terms and conditions of each document. Maintain, review, update and augment
nonstandard documentation binders.
- Develop and implement training for Credit, Risk and Sales Development
departments surrounding documentation, legal issues, and documentation.
- Monitor all collection and workout litigation and retain and supervise
outside counsel handling the litigation.
- Assist the Vice President - General Counsel in regulatory
and corporate compliance matters relating to the function of the Company.
- Satisfy continuing legal education requirements necessary to retain
State Bar Association membership.
In addition to immediately integrating himself/herself into the
management team, it will be imperative that the AGC quickly
establishes working relationships with peers and other leaders within
the DLL organization, plus staff members and the executive leadership
of Agricredit. Concurrently, the successful candidate will be asked
to address various short-term objectives as follows:
- Develop a solid familiarity with outside legal counsel and other
vendors along with immersion into projects that require immediate attention;
- Quickly grasp the inherent nature of AAC's rapid transaction flow
environment;
- Become familiar with the nuances of the company's program agreements;
and
- Learn the substance of the company's compliance program, especially
associated with pending matters.
The position represents an outstanding opportunity for a progressive,
results-oriented legal professional that desires to truly make a
positive contribution to a company's operations. Without question,
the position offers an extensive array of challenges and rewards
within an exciting environment.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Must possess a law degree (Juris Doctorate) with solid academic
credentials.
- Licensed to practice law in one of the fifty states.
- A minimum five to ten years' of legal work experience is required.
This background may originate from either a corporate legal department or
from a commercial department of a full-service law firm that provided exposure
to complex work content. A combination of both in-house and private practice
experiences will distinguish more sought-after candidates.
- Familiarity with the dynamics of the financial services industry
(e.g., leasing, banking, etc.) and legal issues related thereto are critical
for success along with corresponding exposure to transactional work, collection
and creditor's rights, and Article 9 matters.
- A demonstrated track record in the management of outside legal
counsel or other third-party vendors.
- Prefer a generalist legal background rather than a specialist (e.g.,
litigation) orientation.
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
- Ability to work in a cooperative manner with others, and the ability
to deal with time sensitive situations.
- Capability to take responsibility and be proactive relative to
new matters and projects.
- Possess the capacity to work with all levels of management, up
and down the organization chart.
- Conceptual Thinking - Grasps and resolves complex legal problems,
adept in strategic thinking and manages ambiguity by effectively communicating
solutions to Senior Management, verbally and in writing. Must be
able to blend strong, effective negotiating skills with the need to maintain
a high level of internal customer service and customer satisfaction.
- Multi-Tasking - Juggles multiple tasks without losing control,
clarifies values and priorities.
- Facilitation - Provides assistance to achieve results ...eliminates roadblocks
- Political Savvy - Perceptive of the subtlety and complexity
of people and groups. Behaves appropriately in challenging situations and
compels others to understand, agree and /or act.
- Planning - Organizes tasks and schedules effectively - Focuses priorities from a higher level perspective, but manages to the details.
- Intelligent - A deep thinker with a high level of intelligence
who can quickly grasp the nature of the business, its products and its opportunities.
COMPENSATION
Compensation will be market-based, corresponding to the experience
level, credentials, and personal characteristics of the candidate.
Key components include a base salary and the potential of inclusion
in a short term incentive program. A full range of employee benefits
is offered including retirement and 401(k) programs; health, life,
dental and disability insurance. Please note that the 401(k) benefit
features a matching feature and eligibility after one month of
employment along with immediate, 100% vesting. Industry standard
relocation expenses are provided.
NONDISCRIMINATION
Our client and EFL Associates firmly support the principle and
philosophy of equal opportunity for all individuals, regardless of
age, race, gender, creed, national origin, physical or mental
handicap, disabled veteran, or veteran of the Vietnam era and any
other protected category pursuant to applicable federal, state or
local law.
EFL ASSOCIATES
7101 College Blvd., Suite 550
Overland Park, KS 66210-1891
Phone: 913-451-8866
FAX: 913-491-7490
Jay Meschke, President
Email: jmeschke@eflassociates.com
Kristen Faust, Manager, Client Services
Email: kfaust@eflassociates.com
Noriko E. Okamoto
Ombudsman
Tyco International (US) Inc.
9 Roszel Road
Princeton, NJ 08540
Tel: 609-720-4466
Fax: 609-720-4426
e-mail: nokamoto@tyco.com
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Arizona
PF Chang's China Bistro—Corporate Counsel (Scottsdale, CA)
This position will assist the Chief Legal Officer in providing legal
advice to the Company and its subsidiaries on corporate and partnership
matters. Responsibilities will include advising company executives on
proposed corporate transactions, drafting and negotiation of various
corporate documents, formation of entities, general contract negotiation
and preparation, managing outside counsel and handling general corporate
governance matters, along with such additional tasks as requested by the
Chief Legal Officer and other corporate officers.
Your minimum background and experience should include: Strong academic
record and JD degree from an accredited law school. Member in good
standing of at least one state bar, preferably Arizona. Four+ years of
relevant legal experience in a top-tier law firm or corporate law
department. SEC experience a plus.
Please submit your resume, including salary history and requirements to:
www.jobs@pfcb.com
To apply on-line, go to:
http://jobsearch.pfcbpfchangs.careers.monster.com/getjob.asp?
JobID=51051685&AVSDM=2006%2D12%2D01+17%3A50%
3A13&Logo=0&col=dlt&sort=rv&
vw=b&fn=12776&BRD=6460,6463
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California
HSBC--Senior Counsel - Credit Card Law (Salinas, CA)
HSBC Finance, a leader in the financial services industry with over 100
years of reputable service, is seeking a Senior Counsel to join our Credit
Card Law team. HSBC North America has assets of $445 billion and is a top
ten U.S. bank holding company with operations in 47 states, the UK and
Canada. Its parent, HSBC Holdings plc is one of the three largest banks in
the world with operations in 79 countries.
Major duties and responsibilities include: Provide legal counsel to credit
card clients on matters including credit card marketing and portfolio
administration. Oversees and conducts the preparation and review of
various legal instruments, documents, analysis, memorandum and
correspondence. Responsible for litigation management. Review and analyze
legislation and regulations affecting company operations. Function
autonomously keeping management advised of work progress.
Requirements: Minimum requirements: JD or LLB required. Minimum of 5-8
years of consumer finance legal experience required; credit card law
experience preferred. Good oral and written communication skills required.
To apply on-line, go to:
https://us.hsbc.recruitmax.com/candidates/default.cfm?
szCategory=jobprofile&szOrderID=48972&szSearchWords
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California
Warner Bros. Entertainment Group - Counsel, Business and Legal Affairs
(Burbank, CA)
Warner Home Video Inc. seeks a Counsel, Business and Legal Affairs for the
WHV Business Affairs department. Position drafts and negotiates legal
documentation, including term sheets, distribution agreements and
ancillary documents related to the acquisition of home video and
multi-media distribution rights from third parties. Structure and
negotiate offers for the acquisition of home video and multi-media
distribution rights. Supervise legal delivery of documentation, physical
elements, creative elements and marketing information. Provide legal
services to creative, marketing, operations and sales clients related to
acquired, third party product. Resolve legal disputes related to acquired,
third party product. Handle the renewal of expiring distribution rights to
previously acquired, third party product. Work with other attorneys and
paralegals on special projects. Attend internal and multi-divisional
meetings. Report to Vice President, Business and Legal Affairs with status
reports and any major issues or questions.
Requirements: Four year college degree required. J.D. degree from
accredited U.S. law school required. Must be Member of California Bar
(offer contingent upon sitting for, and passing, California State Bar
Exam). Three (minimum) to approximately five years’ prior experience as
an
associate in a large law firm practice. Experience with drafting and
negotiating commercial contracts and agreements required. Ability to
research and analyze legal issues and distill into succinct, business
advice. Self-Motivation: Ability to set priorities effectively.
Problem-Solving skills: Ability to undertake a balanced risk assessment
and provide tailored, commercial advice. Flexibility: Ability to handle a
large number of matters and related paperwork. Communication Skills:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills at all levels. Ability
to pay close attention to detail. Teamwork: Ability to work effectively
with other in-house attorneys and/or outside counsel and with business
executives. Planning and Organizing: Ability to work well under time
constraints and to meet deadlines. Business Understanding: Ability to
engage with the underlying business issues and provide applied advice.
To apply on-line, go to:
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/jobtools_us/index.html
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California
Walt Disney-Attorney (North Hollywood, CA)
Come play a leading role in the growth of the Walt Disney Internet Group,
WDIG, the online and wireless division of the Walt Disney Company. WDIG
consists of many of the Web's most popular sites and services, including
Disney.com, ABC.com, ABCNews.com, ESPN.com, FamilyFun.com, Movies.com and
our own portal, Go.com. Join WDIG and be a part of the team that makes
ideas come to life! WDIG provides a leading Internet web guide,
e-commerce, Internet services, and the Best Content on the Web!
Attorney for DisneyShopping.com and Walt Disney Parks & Resorts Online.
Draft and negotiate contracts, including consulting, services, content,
software and technology license agreements. Advise business units to
identify and resolve legal issues and provide ongoing counsel, advice and
support covering issues related to intellectual property, sweepstakes,
pricing, marketing, advertising, antitrust, call center, distribution
center, consignment agreements, product safety, customer complaints,
government rules and regulations, privacy/COPPA, and CANSPAM. Review
websites and marketing materials to identify both legal compliance and
clearance issues. Draft sales, website and advertising policies. Perform
other duties as assigned by management.
QUALIFICATIONS: *JD from a top-tier, accredited law school *Minimum 2 - 5
years experience negotiating and drafting contracts for a law firm
advising major corporate clients and/or corporate legal department *At
least 2 years transactional experience preferred * Strong academic
credentials, excellent analytical, organizational, verbal and written
skills required *Need excellent business judgment, common sense, and
ability to work well with internal clients and external parties *Ability
to provide top-quality, proactive, accurate and effective legal support in
a fast moving environment with minimal supervision.
SPECIFIC SKILLS REQUIRED: *Strong drafting, negotiating, writing and
computer skills required, as well as the ability to problem solve in a
business-friendly, creative manner *Must be detail-oriented and interact
well with all levels of personnel *Proficiency with Microsoft Word *CA Bar
admittance or compliant with the Multi-jurisdictional Practice program of
the California State Bar.
To apply on-line, go to:
https://disney.recruitmax.com//main/careerportal/Job_Profile.cfm?
szOrderID=26184&szReturnToSearch=1&szWordsToHighlight
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California
DIC Entertainment-VP, Business and Legal Affairs (Burbank, CA)
Job Description: DIC Entertainment, a global family entertainment brand
management company, is seeking an experienced attorney to join the company
as Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs. This new position will
primarily involve leading significant business and legal transactions,
including rights and content acquisitions, t.v. and home entertainment
production and consumer products licensing and distribution. The new VP
will also be involved in significant M&A transactions and joint ventures
as well as a variety of corporate governance and securities compliance
matters.
This position is available immediately. Send your resume in MS Word format
and please include your salary history/requirements.
DIC is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Requirements: Qualified candidates will have a JD from a top-tier law
school, be a member of the CA bar, and have a minimum of five (5) years
experience in entertainment transactions. Candidates should ideally have
at least two (2) years of direct M&A and/or public company corporate
experience. Studio and/or production company experience is also a plus,
particularly in a management role. Candidates should have strong drafting,
analytical and organizational skills as well as excellent oral and written
communication skills, plus leadership experience and the ability to work
independently in a fast-paced environment.
To apply on-line, go to:
http://www.showbizjobs.com/DIC_Entertainment_Corporation/VP_-
_Business_and_Legal_Affairs.html
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California
ABC Family-Senior Counsel, Legal Affairs (Burbank, CA)
Disney ABC Cable Networks Group is seeking an experienced attorney to be
part of its ABC Family Program Hub. The position will be either at the
Senior Counsel level, reporting to the Vice President, Legal Affairs who
also serves as a Hub Co-Leader. ABC Family's original programming includes
all forms of television programming: movies; one hour drama series; 1/2
hour comedy series; reality shows; and animated series. Primary
responsibilities will include reviewing and advising, as well as drafting,
and negotiating, long form agreements for the acquisition of free network
primetime series and major motion pictures as well as for the development
and production of original programming. Other core responsibilities will
include analysis and advice in connection with major guild agreements,
intellectual property matters, claims, clearances, and other matters
arising out of the day-to-day operations of a cable network. Clients will
include such other departments as Creative, Development, Production,
Production Finance, Marketing, Brand Management, and Promotion.
Requirements: The successful candidate must be an active member of the
California Bar and possessed of excellent drafting, negotiation and
interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will have some years of
experience at a major law firm and must have 5 years or more of solid
experience as an entertainment lawyer at a production company, major
studio or television network. Substantial expertise in the following areas
is essential: live action, scripted and/or animation television
production; distribution/acquisition agreements; child labor laws; talent
guild agreements; copyright; trademark; clearances; defamation; 1st
Amendment; rights of publicity and privacy, and other personal and
property rights. The successful candidate must have: the ability to
communicate effectively and positively with all levels of management,
including senior level executives; a collaborative and team-oriented
attitude; the ability to manage a high-volume workload efficiently and
effectively in accordance with Hub and client priorities; an ability to
solve problems and get the job done; a passion for excellence; the ability
to balance the use of tried and true solutions with the need for creative,
risk-taking as appropriate; and full proficiency with Microsoft Word and
Office Outlook. Finally, the great candidate will be personable, poised,
and possess a wonderful sense of humor.
We offer a friendly and stimulating team-oriented professional
environment. If you meet the above qualifications and would thrive in this
environment, we invite you to apply.
To apply on-line, go to:
https://disney.recruitmax.com//main/careerportal/Job_Profile.cfm?
szOrderID=53417&szReturnToSearch=1&szWordsToHighlight
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District of Columbia
Google-State Policy Counsel (Washington, D.C.)
Google is seeking a State Policy Counsel to handle state government
relations and public policy issues on a nationwide basis. The Policy
Counsel will work to advocate Google's public policy positions before
policymakers in state capitals in a way that reflects the goals and values
of the company. Key issues will include those relating to privacy, content
regulation, freedom of speech, advertising, Internet technology,
intellectual property, telecommunications policy, and industry
self-regulation and best practices.
The Policy Counsel will be part of a closely coordinated global team, and
will be expected to lead initiatives of central importance to Google's
mission.
Responsibilities: *Monitor current and forthcoming policy issues of
importance to Google. *Advocate and lobby before state legislatures and
agencies on behalf of Google and the interests of a free and open
Internet. *Generate policy positions and frameworks for review by Google's
policy and management teams. *Work with trade associations, industry
partners, non-profit groups, and other allies to promote and build support
for Google’s policy positions. *Establish and implement strategies to
communicate policy positions to key constituencies in the U.S. and
worldwide. *In general, advance Google's mission, defend its values, and
create new opportunities to make the world a better place.
Requirements: *Excellent academic credentials, JD desired. *Direct
experience working in the field of state-level government relations or
state-level policy-making, and strong experience with state legislatures.
*First-rate personal, political, analytical, communications and
government-relations skills. *Ability to integrate public policy with
business strategy and corporate development. *Familiarity with Internet
technologies and the policy environments that surround them. *The State
Policy Counsel should be a strong leader and collaborator with energy,
drive, determination, and a passion for a free and open Internet. *Sense
of humor and commitment to professionalism and collegiality are required.
*Google is also willing to consider outstanding public policy
professionals who are not lawyers.
To apply on-line, go to:
http://www.google.com/support/jobs/bin/answer.py?answer=45551
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Florida
Starbucks-Corporate Counsel, Real Estate, Law & Corporate Affairs
(Hollywood, FL)
Job Req. 0000AIG
Job Summary and Mission: This job contributes to Starbucks success by
providing legal advice and counsel to Starbucks management and partners in
areas related to transactional real estate law, including leasing,
purchase and sale, and property management. Models and acts in accordance
with Starbucks guiding principles.
Summary of Key Responsibilities: Responsibilities and essential job
functions include but are not limited to the following: *Drafts,
negotiates, reviews and comments on commercial leases for new stores and
on renewal leases for existing stores. Reviews environmental reports for
all new leases within an assigned geographic region including those
supplied in connection with leases being negotiated by outside counsel.
*Advises Company on other real estate and asset/property management
matters related to opening new stores and maintaining the Company's real
estate store portfolio. *Drafts, negotiates, reviews and comments on
commercial leases for new regional training centers and offices and on
renewal leases for existing facilities. *Drafts, negotiates, reviews and
comments on legal documents related to land acquisition. *Performs real
estate portfolio due diligence in connection with corporate mergers and
acquisitions. *Determines when and how to engage outside counsel. Manages
work of outside counsel and associated costs. *Develops and implements
systems and procedures to ensure efficient and consistent conduct of
company business. *Provides advice and counsel to Starbucks management and
partners regarding legal matters and issues. *Provides advice and training
to other Legal and Corporate Affairs attorneys in area of expertise.
Identifies significant risks and liabilities, and apprises others.
*Delegates work to paralegals and other staff, and provides leadership and
guidance.
Qualifications: *Practice of law in a law firm or company Legal department
(5 years) *General real estate, commercial leasing and construction law (5
years)
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: *Organization and planning
skills *Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in
writing *Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines
*Analytical skills
To apply on-line, go to:
http://www.starbucks.com/aboutus/jobsearchselect.asp
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Georgia
Sun Trust Banks, Inc. - Chief Compliance Officer (Atlanta, GA)
SunTrust Banks, Inc. is seeking a Chief Compliance Officer supporting
SunTrust Investment Services (STIS), its retail brokerage subsidiary. This
position will report to the Corporate Compliance Manager of SunTrust
Banks, Inc. The position is located in Atlanta, GA.
The Chief Compliance Officer will be responsible for organizing, directing
and coordinating of the regulatory compliance program for SunTrust
Investment Services (STIS) and will have joint accountability with line
management for ensuring regulatory compliance in STIS.
Duties will involve interaction with regulators, auditors or other outside
constituencies. Will serve as the STIS Chief Compliance Officer;
responsible for supervisory controls report required by NASD Rule 3012.
Manages SunTrust response to regulatory examinations, investigations and
inquiries. Supervises and directs activities of senior compliance
managers. Interacts with STIS senior management and other internal
constituents to advise on compliance issues, support their business
decision-making, inform them of compliance problems or concerns, recommend
solutions and help ensure compliance. Oversees internal investigations of
complaints, terminations or similar indications of misconduct, evaluates
findings and recommends appropriate corrective actions. Keeps Corporate
Compliance Manager apprised of key issues, regulatory trends and risks;
escalates matters as needed.
SunTrust is seeking candidates that have a Bachelor's degree in finance,
accounting or management and a minimum of ten years experience in retail
broker/dealer compliance management position, including experience as a
senior compliance manager. Extensive understanding of SEC, NASD and state
laws/regulations governing the activities of a diversified retail
broker/dealer and investment advisory firm. Current NASD General
Securities Principal registration a must. MBA preferred but not required.
The ideal candidate will also have well developed organizational skills
and the ability to react quickly in a fast paced and high volume
environment, project oriented and proven leadership skills and proven
ability to work with all levels of management and with various types of
clients.
Strong academic credentials as well as excellent written & verbal
communication skills.
To apply on-line, go to:
https://careers.suntrust.com/psc/STAPP/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/
HRS_HRS.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL
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Maryland
American Red Cross-- Regulatory Affairs Associate (Gaithersburg, Maryland)
Summary: The Regulatory Affairs Associate is part of the Quality Assurance
team that provides support and guidance to facility operations for
Diagnostic Manufacturing Division (DMD.) Performs activities related to
obtaining government approval for new products that are covered by
government regulations, including the preparation of marketing
applications. Participates in related government interaction and
compliance activities within the organization after inspections, or during
regulatory actions initiated by government agencies.
Responsibilities: Responsible for the preparation and filing of regulatory
applications and submissions for new and existing products requiring
governmental approval. Tracks all regulated activities and responses
associated with responses to internal and external inspections.
Responsible for reviewing new product labeling to ensure regulatory
compliance. Evaluates changes identified through the change control
process for appropriate regulatory notifications if required. Provides
support and assistance in document control activities. Provides assistance
preparing training documentation and maintaining training records.
Participates in internal audits to ensure procedural and documentation
requirements are being met.
Qualifications: Requires a 4-year degree in health or biological sciences.
3-5 years experience working in a regulated environment and in preparing
regulatory submissions. Familiarity with FDA guidelines and regulations.
Experience in document control activities and performing internal audits
preferred. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency
in the use of Personal Computer, Word-Processing Applications, and
Spreadsheet Applications.
To apply on-line, go to:
https://sjobs.brassring.com/EN/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?
jobId=65195&type=search&JobReqLang=1&recordstart=
1&JobSiteId=5014&JobSiteInfo=65195_5014&GQId=0
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New York
MetLife-Assistant Counsel (New York City)
MetLife is a premier provider of employee benefits and insurance products.
MetLife seeks highly motivated attorneys to join its Law Department in
Long Island City, Queens, N.Y.
Successful candidate must provide legal advice with respect to product
development, marketing, distribution and administration for group &
individual insurance and employee benefits products, primarily in the
areas of non-medical health products such as dental benefits, and critical
illness insurance and legal plan products. Responsibilities would include
the review and interpretation of state and federal laws and regulations;
contract review/drafting and negotiation; legal research/writing; and
review/approval of sales/training materials.
A J.D. degree or equivalent from an accredited law school and NY State Bar
admission required. Successful candidates must possess relevant legal
experience reflecting a record of accomplishment, excellent analytical and
communication skills; the ability to handle multiple projects effectively;
and the ability to interact effectively with clients and senior
management. Experience with insurance regulatory matters is preferred.
To apply on-line, go to:
http://jobsearch.metlife.newjobs.com/getjob.asp?JobID=50368593&AVSDM=2006%2D11%
2D15+15%3A46%
3A53&Logo=0&col=dltj&brd=3774&fn=3342&sort=rv&vw=b
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New York
Viacom Inc.-M&A Counsel (New York City)
Working with the VP, Senior Counsel in advising the corporation and its
subsidiaries on mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, equity investments
and other corporate and financial transactions, as well as perform ING
other departmental assignments.
Responsibilities include: *Drafting and negotiating legal agreements and
disclosure documents. *Conducting due diligence investigations.
*Performing legal research and analyzing and advising on a broad range of
business and legal affairs issues. *Carrying out various departmental
assignments. *Assisting other attorneys within the department on non-M&A
assignments, as applicable. *All of the above duties include providing
support for more senior attorneys within the department, as well as the
ability to work autonomously on some transactions.
Required Qualifications: *Minimum of 5 years experience, preferably with a
major corporate law firm, including 3+ years of experience specifically in
mergers and acquisitions. *The candidate is preferred to have received JD
from a top twenty-five law school; admitted to the New York State Bar.
*Contract drafting; fluid understanding of various transactional
structures and related issues; good working knowledge of securities laws
and regulations, and mergers and acquisitions case law and statutory laws
and regulations; ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously in
a demanding, fast-paced environment; ability to communicate effectively
with others, both verbally and in writing, including with outside third
parties, client group and senior management; ability to manage large deal
teams; excellent organizational skills; ability to rapidly analyze and
describe complex transactions and other matters; ability to digest large
volumes of documents and other information. *Experience working on
transactions and other matters relating to the above-referenced “necessary
skills”. *Computer literacy and typing skills a plus.
To apply on-line, go to:
https://jobhuntweb.viacom.com/Viacom/main/jobhome_viacom.asp
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New York
Sony Corporation of America - Attorney (New York City)
Sony Corporation of America (SCA), the US headquarters of Sony, has an
excellent opportunity for an Attorney.
The SCA Legal Department provides comprehensive, proactive legal services
to internal clients and coordinates closely with the legal teams of our
affiliates. We work in a fast paced, hands-on, small team environment,
where being both a self starter and team player is necessary.
The Attorney will be responsible for providing legal services to assigned
internal client groups, as well as supporting SCA lawyers on other
assignments. The qualified candidate should have a strong background in
drafting and negotiating commercial contracts (including manufacturing and
distribution agreements) and experience in technology licensing.
This position requires a JD, a strong academic record, and 2-5 years
related legal experience. Experience in a well respected law firm or
corporate environment is highly preferred. A proven ability to master
complex legal requirements, learn quickly, interact easily with all levels
of employees, meet deadlines, and handle and prioritize multiple projects,
is essential. The individual must also possess excellent written and oral
communications skills, comprehensive interpersonal skills, the ability to
work very closely with the business side and a demonstrated ability to
approach issues with a strategic focus.
To apply on-line, go to:
http://scajobs.sony.com/careers/job_detail.asp?JobID=737955&user_id
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New York
Merrill Lynch-Attorney, Employment Law (New York City)
Job Responsibilities: *Responsible for the Firm's employment matters
worldwide *Helps to manage the Firm's employment litigation risks in the
United States *Attorney will be responsible for advising management on
litigation strategy *Attorney will be responsible for supervising outside
counsel representing the Firm in law suits and arbitrations *Responsible
for representing the Firm in mediations and providing pro-active advice on
how to mitigate risks in the future.
Qualifications: *10 + years of experience to handle employment litigation
for the firm. *Candidates should posses excellent judgment. *Strong
analytical skills, writing, investigative, and interpersonal skills.
To apply on-line, go to:
https://recruitment.ml.com/OA_HTML/OA.jsp?
akRegionCode=IRC_VIS_VAC_DISPLAY_PAGE&
akRegionApplicationId=800&OASF=IRC_VIS_VAC_DISPLAY&OAHP=
IRC_EXT_SITE_VISITOR_APPL&transactionid=1141136335&retainAM=
N&addBreadCrumb=RP&p_svid=32802&p_spid=35372&oapc=
6&oas=CCz0yGKJFw2BzjxlfmMfvQ
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New York
HSBC-Assistant Tax Counsel (New York City)
Candidate will be a tax attorney with some experience with taxation of
financial products. The candidate will assist the two SVP's in taxation
in
researching, documenting and preparation of detailed position papers on
issues raise within CIBM. Issues will include client trades, product due
diligences, transfer pricing as well as US tax questions received from tax
offices outside the US. The candidate will also assist with tax audit
issues raised by the IRS and S&L authorities regarding HCSU and HBUS CIBM.
Candidate will require a basic knowledge of US Tax laws as applied to
financial products. Must be an attorney with good research and writing
skills. Tax LLM preferred. Requires 2 to 3 years of experience either at a
financial institution or law firm.
To apply on-line, go to:
https://us.hsbc.recruitmax.com/candidates/default.cfm?
szCategory=jobprofile&szOrderID=57693&szSearchWords
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New York
Wachovia - Attorney Derivatives (New York City)
RESPONSIBILITIES: Equity Attorney Responsible for providing legal services
to the Equity Division of the Wachovia Corporate and Investment Bank with
a primary focus on the Structured Equity Products Group and related
business units, including Risk Management, Treasury, Finance and
Operations, and managing related outside counsel support and legal
expense. Position reports to the Equity Team Leader of the Corporate and
Investment Banking Practice Group of the Legal Division. Provides legal
advice and counsel. Independently renders opinions, consults with and
advises clients, and represents the Company in dealing with others inside
and outside the organization, as appropriate. Follows legal division
policies and procedures in carrying out support responsibilities, managing
outside counsel and approving invoices. Ensures consistency in the
application of policies. Reads, writes, analyzes and interprets complex
documents. Works independently on matters of significance to the Equity
Division with primary focus on the Structured Equity Products Group and
related business units. Supports the Equity Team Leader in managing the
team budget.
REQUIREMENTS: J.D. degree from an accredited law school or a similar
degree from a school located outside the U.S. Member in good standing of
the mandatory state bar of at least one U.S. state, or practicing attorney
duly licensed or authorized to practice law in a foreign jurisdiction.
Minimum of 5 years experience practicing law with a law firm or with a
financial services firm, at least 3 of which involved significant
experience in representing clients with respect to structured finance
transactions and derivatives. Should also have experience with equity
linked notes and certificates of deposit, the underwriting and placement
of securities, and off-balance sheet vehicles. Proven success in building
strong strategic alliances with senior managers in a line of business.
Demonstrated ability to manage projects. Knowledge of structured finance
and derivatives. Familiarity and experience with U.S. and foreign laws,
rules and regulations relevant to this area of practice. This includes the
following: U.S. banking laws, including the Bank Holding Company Act,
Sections 23A and B of the Federal Reserve Act, and Regulations G, U and T;
securities, commodities and investment laws, disclosure, licensing
requirements, Chinese Walls and conflicts of interests; bankruptcy laws;
and corporate compliance and governance matters. Depending upon experience
this position may be filled at the senior level. Mon - Fri, 40 Hours
To apply on-line, go to:
https://careers.wachovia.com/Careers/cc/CCJobResultsAction.ss?
command=ViewJobDetails&job_REQUISITION_NUMBER=148952
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Ohio or Missouri
Federated Department Stores--ASSOCIATE COUNSEL II - REAL ESTATE
(Cincinnati, Ohio or St. Louis, Missouri)
Primary Responsibilities: *Provide legal services on commercial real
estate matters for all divisions of Federated. *Handle reciprocal easement
agreements and leases for department stores, offices and other properties.
*Handle acquisitions and dispositions of real property. *Provide legal
analysis of real estate documents to in-house clients. *Provide analysis
and advice in the evaluation of issues arising in potential mergers or
divisional realignments. *Provide assistance to litigators on occasional
litigation matters involving real estate issues. *Partner with Real Estate
and other departments to address issues and disputes involving operating
properties.
Preferred Qualifications: *Minimum 10 years practicing law. *Strong
background in commercial real estate matters. *Ability to work well in a
fast-paced, highly collaborative environment. *Well-developed analytical
ability and business judgment. *Strong communication skills and strategic
thinking capability. *Experience with shopping center legal work
preferred. *Extensive experience managing a high volume of real estate
transactions.
To apply: Visit www.federatedcorporatejobs.com. Select Federated
Corporate Services / Search Jobs / Jobs by Department.
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Texas
Honeywell -- HPS Assistant General Counsel and Director of Contracts
--00060640 (Houston, TX)
Reporting directly to the Vice President & General Counsel of Honeywell
Process Solutions, a $2 Billion business, the Assistant General Counsel &
Director of Contracts (Americas) will provide general commercial,
litigation and intellectual property counsel to the broader HPS business
and will also be responsible for leading a 10 person contracts
organization supporting North America and Latin America commercial sell
side transactions. This role will include the following responsibilities:
*Negotiation, review and drafting of a broad range of commercial
agreements, including supply agreements, sales agreements, bid bonds,
projects and basic M&A agreements. *Advising on matters of critical
strategic importance to the business, such as the risk-opportunity
analysis of potential transactions. *Directing dispute resolution efforts
and strategy, including managing discovery requests, subpoena responses
and litigation, where necessary. *Leading a regional team of Contract
Managers in the negotiation of sell side commercial contracts together
with dispute resolution efforts. *Leading key initiatives to help
functionally transform the Law & Contracts organization into a more
efficient and cost effective organization. *Championing the introduction
of innovation technology tools to enhance the delivery of legal &
contracts services, including leading the upcoming launch of a workflow
tool. *Conducting extensive preventive law training focusing on contracts,
litigation management and transactional work. *Assuming responsibility for
contracting excellence measures. *Managing relationships with outside
counsel. *Developing standardized processes and templates.
Qualifications: *JD *At least seven years experience with a major law firm
and/or corporation. *An interest in a high volume transactional practice
and enhancing the business' transactional oversight and contract
excellence initiatives. *Significant experience with (i) advising on
Intellectual Property Matters, (ii) the Oil & Gas sector, or (iii)
possession of an engineering degree are helpful but not mandatory. *Strong
intellectual capacity and high personal standards of excellence. *Strong
business acumen; capacity to learn the business rapidly and become a
business partner.
Strong customer focus.
To apply on-line, go to:
http://www.honeywell.com/careers/jobsearch.html
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Texas
Shell- Senior Litigation Attorney - Environmental Litigator (Houston, TX)
Responsibilities: In this position, you will be responsible for managing
environmental litigation in coordination with outside counsel. The
environmental litigation includes UST, RCRA, CERCLA, Superfund, private
remediation actions, state and local government remediation actions,
nuisance, gasoline contamination, and environmental holdover rent cases.
Key accountabilities include: - Having significant knowledge of
jurisdictional laws (including removal jurisdiction), venue statutes and
applicable concepts, and class action procedural requirements: * Having
knowledge of and experience with the interplay between state and federal
regulatory schemes and product liability law *Having demonstrated
experience in successfully developing and implementing strategic case
management plans and budgets for significant litigation *Maintaining the
relationship with outside counsel will be a partnership, with the Shell
attorney serving an active role in overall supervision, case strategy, all
phases of discovery, hearings, legal analysis, and trial.
Requirements: To be considered for this position, you must posses an
outstanding academic credentials: approximately top 30% or better at a
tier one law school or top 20% or better at a tier two law school. You
must have significant experience and a thorough working knowledge of
products liability law in the context of class action and multi-party
litigation. You must be a member in good standing of the State Bar of
Texas or another state bar in the U.S. and eligible to apply immediately
for admission to the Texas bar. You must have significant expertise in
products liability litigation, including development and implementation of
case management plans and budgets. Significant trial experience is
required, first chair trial experience is preferred and approximately ten
years or more experience at an excellent law firm, corporate legal
department or governmental agency.
Additional Requirements: *Strong communication (both verbal and written)
and analytical skills - Self-motivated *Energetic, enthusiastic and
demonstrable leadership skills *Pursuit of excellence, while being
thoughtful of colleagues at all levels In addition to the tasks outlined
in this job description, you may be assigned other responsibilities as
needed.
To apply on-line, go to:
http://www.shell.com/home/PlainPageServlet?FC=/careers-
en/html/iwgen/professionals/find_a_job/app_xp_find_a_job_08092006.html
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Texas
Dell Inc. - Counsel (Round Rock, TX)
Qualifications: Requirements: Prefer a minimum of 6 years related
experience in law firm or corporate legal environment. Requires JD degree
and at least one state bar admission. Other necessary skill sets include:
strong teamwork commitment; ability to assess legal risks pragmatically;
strong analytical and problem-solving skills; comfort dealing with
ambiguity; strong communication and presentation abilities; ability to
work confidently with executive management and aggressive client sets;
negotiation and drafting.
To apply on-line, go to:
http://www.dell.com/content/topics/topic.aspx/global/hybrid/careers/content/396947de-
1167-4244-b54b-d89c077774da?c=us&l=en&s=corp#top
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Texas
Lockheed Martin - General Attorney Sr Stf (Ft. Worth, TX)
General Position Description: Provides legal advice and service concerning
legal rights, obligations, and privileges of corporations. Draws up
contracts involving leases, licenses, purchases, sales, real estate,
employment, insurance, mergers, acquisitions and related matters. Keeps
current on legislative issues, statutes, decisions, and ordinances of
quasijudicial bodies. Examines legal data to determine advisability of
defending or prosecuting lawsuit. May act as agent of corporation in
various transactions. Classifications require undergraduate and law school
LL.B. or J.D. degrees and may have admission to practice.
Typical Minimums: Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related
discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 14 years or
more of professional experience; or 12 years of professional experience
with a related Masters degree. Considered an expert, authority in
discipline.
To apply on-line, go to:
https://www.lmpeople.com/careers/search/search.asp
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Utah
Myfamily.com-General Counsel (Salt Lake City/Provo, Utah)
Key Responsibilities/Performance Requirements: The General Counsel
position will be responsible for leading the company in setting its
strategic and tactical legal initiatives. The Counsel's role at
MyFamily.com will include creatively working on developing new areas of
business as well as working closely with business units and development
teams on legal issues relating to MyFamily.com's online subscription
services, software development, product launches, and general Internet and
e-commerce related issues.
The General Counsel will also be responsible for the following: *Providing
legal support for business development/licensing, advertising sales,
marketing, and other business clients. *Advise marketing professionals and
management, as well as finance and other company departments on legal
issues and risks, complex deal structures, approval processes, company
policies and procedures, intellectual property, and negotiation strategy.
*Negotiate agreements that comply with company policies and risk
tolerance. *Negotiate and draft contracts with commerce partners,
including major online and brick-and-mortar retailers, other advertisers,
and advertising agencies to promote products and services through
MyFamily's online services. *Negotiate and draft contracts with back-end
technology providers, including rich media vendors, third party ad
servers, and online research providers. *Advise on other general
transactional matters, such as term sheets and proposals, NDAs, and
consulting agreements. *Review, draft and negotiate marketing agreements,
sales contracts, licenses/intellectual property agreements and other
agreements. *Advise senior management on recommended courses of action and
legal risks. *Advise on legal aspects of the company's financing,
including general corporate financing and the financing of company
properties, including assessing and advising on current and future
business structures and legal entities. *Judge the merits of major court
cases filed against or on behalf of the company, work with the appropriate
executive(s) to define a strategic defense and approve settlements of
disputes where warranted. *Develop, implement and promote ethical conduct
and legal compliance programs, including internet-based training.
Summarize and communicate legal concepts for use by business people.
*Support the continuous improvement of standard form agreements and legal
processes. *Assist in development of and compliance with privacy
principles and practices.
Other areas of significant responsibility: *Mergers and Acquisitions.
*Securities and Corporate Governance. *Patent Programs. *Regulatory
Initiatives.
Education and Experience: Requirements for this role include a strong
intellectual property background and at least 5-8 years experience at a
top law firm and/or in-house environment. Preferred candidates will have
worked in both environments. We require significant experience in
technology, software and/or media/content licensing. Preferred candidates
will have specific experience with legal issues relating to the Internet
and e-commerce.
Requirements: *JD from top law school, excellent academic credentials.
*In-depth experience in contract law, with broad transactional background
in technology related agreements. *Experience advising clients on and
structuring complex commercial transactions, including sales and services
contracts. *Excellent business judgment and strategic thinking capability
*Hard working, well organized and able to manage numerous projects
simultaneously under deadline pressure. Excellent interpersonal skills,
dynamic and highly team-oriented. *Flexibility and willingness to work on
a broad variety of legal matters. *Superior English language writing and
oral communication skills. *Sense of humor and commitment to
professionalism and collegiality are required. *Candidates must have top
law school academics and admission to at least one state bar.
To apply, send resume to resume@myfamilyinc.com. Please reference General
Counsel in the subject field of your email.
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Virginia
Circuit City Stores, Inc. - Associate General Counsel, Employment
(Richmond, VA)
Description: Circuit City is seeking an Associate General Counsel to join
the Employment group of our Legal department. If you have a background in
labor and employment law and are ready to put your strengths to work in a
fast-paced, in-house legal environment, then this may be just the
opportunity for you! As the Associate General Counsel, you will work
closely with internal clients on all aspects of employment issues to
support their legal needs. You will directly handle employment
arbitrations, including investigation of claims, discovery, briefing, and
arbitration hearings, manage and direct company's responses to state and
federal agencies, subpoenas, and attorney demand letters, and provide
daily counsel to executives, human resources managers, and various client
groups on employment issues such as leaves, terminations, reasonable
accommodations, wage and hour issues, reorganizations, policies and
procedures, and agreements. You will be responsible for developing
employment litigation strategy, directing and overseeing outside counsel,
and protecting the company's employment litigation interests. As the
Associate General Counsel, you will be responsible for identifying and
analyzing potential employment litigation risk affecting the company's
business and regularly interact with lines of business to develop and
implement proactive, comprehensive risk mitigation programs and policies.
Strong knowledge of Title VII, FLSA, ADA, ADEA and other federal and state
employment laws is required; labor relations experience is a plus.
Qualifications: To be successful in this role, you will need to possess a
JD from an accredited law school with a minimum of 7 years of legal
experience in labor and employment (in-house experience and/or extensive
experience with direct client contact preferred). You must possess
exceptional oral and written communication skills, the ability to work
independently, and the ability to identify and propose alternative
strategies to mitigate risks. You must also be able to handle multiple
projects concurrently in a fast-paced environment. As we continue to
transform our organization to better meet the needs of our customers,
there are many opportunities to contribute to the future success of
Circuit City. Put your strengths to work with us and apply today!
Contact: Please email your resume to RecruiterA@circuitcity.com. To learn
more, please visit us online at www.circuitcity.com/careers! We promote a
drug-free workplace. EOE. Email your resume to
RecruiterA@circuitcity.com.
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Virginia
Capital One-Counsel, Employment (Richmond, VA)
Description: The Legal Department is seeking an attorney to manage its
dispute and litigation matters related to employment and trademark laws.
In addition to litigation support, this position will advise HR on
associate relations issues involving federal and state employment laws.
This entry level attorney will report to the Associate General Counsel and
will involve daily interactions with staff groups and business managers,
as well as internal and outside counsel.
Qualifications: *2-4 years of experience in counseling clients on federal
and state employment laws, and managing related litigation *Ability to
build and leverage effective business relationships *Ability to prioritize
and manage multiple deadlines *Excellent communication skills with the
ability to influence others *JD
***No relocation*** Preferred: *In-house, corporate legal experience
*Litigation experience related to intellectual property issues (e.g.
copyrights or trademarks) Contact: Submit resume to:
lisa.deshazo@capitalone.com
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