Leviton Manufacturing

Corporate Counsel

Leviton Manufacturing$100K — $150K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents.
  • Creative problem-solving and significant latitude in decision-making.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Self-starter with a strong business acumen and sense of urgency.
  • Competence in addressing sensitive inquiries or complaints.
  • Proficiency in a second language, ideally Spanish or Mandarin.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and review varied contracts including commercial, real estate, compliance, licensing, and employment documents.
  • Provide corporate governance advice and help prepare policies.
  • Assist with due diligence for company acquisitions.
  • Participate in staff meetings and contribute to the legal department's effectiveness.
  • Develop an understanding of the company's overall business strategy.
  • Anticipate and manage legal risks to protect the company.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401K plans with employer-matching contributions.
  • Tuition reimbursement program.
  • Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
  • Volunteer time off policy.
Full Job Description
Overview

This position is for a transactional attorney with strong commercial and some corporate law background. The position will report to the Associate General Counsel and will be primarily responsible for the preparation, negotiation and control of most corporate contracts; assist with some compliance matters; and support the company's mergers and acquisition activity, including managing and conducting due diligence, contract review and negotiation and conducting closings, as necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Prepares and/or reviews contracts involving various substantive areas of law: including, but not limited to, commercial, real estate, compliance, licensing and employment documents.
  • Provides corporate governance advice to the organization, including preparation of policies.
  • Assist in the company's acquisition activity (primarily due diligence)
  • Enhance the effectiveness of the legal department through the participation in staff meetings, training, and the positive interaction with internal and external clients
  • Understanding of the company's business strategy
  • Responsible for foreseeing and protecting the company against legal risks


Qualifications

  • Must be able to read, analyze and interpret complex documents
  • Must possessa wide degree of creativity and latitude
  • Must have good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Must be a self-starter with a good business sense and a sense of urgency, honesty and fairness
  • Must have the ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints
  • Second Language, Spanish and / or Mandarin is a plus


Education & Experience

  • Must be a graduate of an accredited law school
  • Must be admitted to the New York state bar
  • 4 to 6 years of experience in a corporate or law firm setting
  • Must have experience with a variety of contract types (e.g. commercial, real estate, and distributor/rep)


Travel

  • Less than 5%


What We Offer

Comprehensive benefits include:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs
  • 401K plans with employer-matching contributions
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • PTO
  • Paid holidays
  • Volunteer time off

For more information about benefits, please go to: https://careers.leviton.com/benefits

Salary Range

$100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

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About Leviton Manufacturing

Leviton Manufacturing is a leading manufacturer of electrical wiring devices, lighting controls, and network solutions. The company was founded in 1906 and is headquartered in Melville, New York. Leviton's products are used in various industries, including residential, commercial, and industrial. The company has manufacturing facilities in the United States, Mexico, and China. Leviton is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. The company has received numerous awards for its products and services.
Learn more about Leviton Manufacturing
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1906

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