Gentex Corporation

Contracts Attorney

Gentex Corporation • $80K — $95K *
Holland, MI 49423In-Person
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school and state bar member (Michigan preferred).
  • 2+ years of relevant legal experience.
  • In-depth knowledge of employment law, contracts, corporate law, and other specified areas.
  • Strong analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication and business writing skills.

Responsibilities

  • Provide legal support in areas like employment, contracts, and intellectual property.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents according to company standards.
  • Partner with stakeholders to identify legal issues and assess risk.
  • Assist with legal research, due diligence, documentation, and compliance.
  • Monitor legal developments in the assigned practice area and implement updates.
  • Proactively identify legal risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Participate in Legal Department projects and cross-functional initiatives.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Collaborative team environment.
  • Exposure to diverse legal areas and issues.
  • Engagement in cross-functional projects.
Full Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW

The Legal Counsel I provides legal support to the Company by advising internal business partners on day-to-day legal matters within an assigned practice area or business segment. Under the guidance of more senior attorneys, Legal Counsel I applies foundational legal knowledge and an understanding of the Company's business to deliver practical, risk-aware legal advice in support of corporate objectives.

This position requires on-site work at a Gentex facility. This role is not eligible for remote work.

WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Provide legal advice and support within an assigned area of responsibility, which may include employment and labor, benefits and immigration, commercial contracts, intellectual property, privacy, corporate governance, and/or mergers and acquisitions, applying relevant laws and regulations to business activities and decisions.
  • Draft, review, analyze, and negotiate legal documents and materials appropriate to the assigned practice area, such as agreements, policies, transaction documents, or compliance-related materials, in accordance with Company standards.
  • Partner with internal stakeholders to identify legal issues, assess risk, and recommend practical solutions consistent with Company policies, risk tolerance, and business objectives.
  • Support legal matters, transactions, or projects by assisting with due diligence, research, documentation, issue tracking, and coordination with internal teams and outside counsel, as appropriate to the role.
  • Conduct legal research and analysis; monitor legal and regulatory developments relevant to the assigned practice area; and assist with the implementation of legal or compliance updates.
  • Support compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies, including escalation of issues to senior attorneys as appropriate.
  • Contribute to the development, review, and maintenance of legal templates, policies, procedures, and guidance materials relevant to the practice area.
  • Proactively identify potential legal risks and issues and communicate them to senior attorneys or Legal leadership, recommending mitigation strategies where appropriate.
  • Participate in cross-functional initiatives and Legal Department projects, working independently on assigned tasks or collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Other duties as assigned.


HOW YOU'LL DO IT
  • Attention to detail - Ensures information is complete and accurate; follows up with others to ensure that agreements and commitments have been fulfilled.
  • Communicating Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey clear understanding, taking into account the unique needs of different audiences.
  • Personal accountability - Keeps promises and honors commitments, accepts responsibility for one's actions and assumes responsibility when dealing with problems, crises, and issues.
  • Situational adaptability - Demonstrates the flexibility to adapt to changing environments. Adjusts approach to adapt to shifting demands.
  • Project Management - Applying knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to manage and meet project requirements.
  • Maintaining a high level of honesty, integrity and confidentiality with respect to company matters.
  • Complying with all Company policies and procedures, safety regulations, company safety policies and safely perform all duties, including but not limited to, promoting a safe workplace.


WHAT TO BRING
  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school and good standing member of state bar (Michigan preferred).
  • 2+ years of experience practicing law in a relevant subject matter area.
  • In-depth knowledge of one or more substantive area of law, including, but not limited to, employment, contracts, corporate law, securities law, mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property law, and relevant regulatory frameworks, as applicable to the position.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Willingness to travel as needed.
  • Excellent communication, business writing and organizational skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

WHAT WILL HELP
  • Experience supporting an in-house legal department or advising business clients in a corporate, law firm, or regulated industry environment.
  • Exposure to one or more substantive legal areas such as employment and labor, benefits and immigration, commercial contracts, intellectual property and privacy, or mergers and acquisitions.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally, manage competing priorities, and communicate legal concepts clearly to non-legal stakeholders.

About Gentex Corporation

Gentex Corporation is a leading supplier of automotive electronics and related products. We design, develop, and manufacture advanced electronic systems and components for the automotive industry, including automatic-dimming rearview mirrors, smart mirrors, and other advanced driver-assist systems. Our products are used by major automakers around the world, and we are committed to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. We are also a leading supplier of fire protection products, including smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. Gentex Corporation is headquartered in Zeeland, Michigan, and has operations in the United States, Europe, and Asia.
Learn more about Gentex Corporation
Size
4,998 employees
Market Cap
$6.3 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$347.5 million
Founded
1974
5 Year Trend
+0.6%
Revenue
$1.6 billion
NASDAQ
GNTX
* Ladders Estimates

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