JOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIESThe Counsel is a seasoned, commercially minded attorney with a generalist background and, preferably, industry experience. The role is responsible for providing reliable, practical legal counsel to Company leaders on a broad range of issues across the business. While you will be joining a team of attorneys at POET, you will need to be a self-starter who can work independently.
This is an on-site role located in
Sioux Falls, SD.Responsibilities include:
- Identifying potential legal issues, and counsel and advise the Company on the appropriate course of action on a wide range of legal matters impacting the Company;
- Responding to issues as they arise in matters affecting the day-to-day business operations;
- Building relationships with business and legal professionals throughout the Company in a professional, collegial and collaborative manner;
- Drafting, reviewing, revising and negotiating contracts and transactions with customers and other third parties;
- Drafting complex legal documents;
- Developing training materials and providing training on relevant topics to colleagues;
- Ensuring the Company's compliance with legal policies and state and federal laws and regulations;
- Supporting the Company's human resources function; and
- Working closely with and managing outside counsel as needed.
- Since we're all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skills may be put to a lot of other uses!
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS - A law degree from an ABA-accredited law school and admission to the bar in at least one state.
- 10+ years' experience in law firm and, preferably, in-house environments, with generalist background;
- Must possess commercial mindedness, and ability to understand the business and to act as a member of the commercial team;
- Experience negotiating and drafting a variety of complex commercial contracts, including marketing agreements, distribution and supply agreements and licensing agreements;
- Experience handling documentation of complex legal transactions;
- Experience with labor and employment law preferred;
- Relevant industry experience preferred;
- Excellent writing and negotiating skills;
- Professionalism with the ability to build credibility, trust and respect; and
- Ability to juggle and prioritize multiple tasks, to meet deadlines, to balance business and legal issues for the maximum benefit of the Company and to think on your feet.
A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE- Impeccable moral and ethical integrity;
- Self-motivation and ready to "hit the ground running" with a proactive approach and the demonstrated ability to independently see projects through from inception to completion;
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive issues, and to professionally balance urgency and decisiveness with patience and compassion;
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to all levels of management, staff, outside counsel and business partners;
- Demonstrated understanding of business;Ability to approach obstacles proactively and look for creative solutions to further business needs;
- Ability to work in a collaborative environment with a strong dedication to providing prompt, excellent client service;
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment handling multiple simultaneous projects with minimal supervision.
- Analytical ability and strong attention to detail; and
- Upholds and furthers POET's culture and values.
WORK ENVIRONMENT - Occasional travel is required, with some overnight stays.
- This position operates in an office environment working at a personal computer where you may sit or stand.
BENEFITSFor eligible team members- Comprehensive benefits package: Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution
- Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonuses and Bi-Annual Incentive Bonuses
- Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions
- 401K with company match
- Paid time off and paid holidays - 40 hours available on day ONE!
- Paid Parental Leave
OTHER PERKSFor eligible team members- A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person - mentally, physically, and spiritually
- Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements
- Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements
- Discounted home and auto insurance
