Assistant General Counsel

The TemPositions Group of Companies; Ridgefield Park (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

The TemPositions Group of Companies is looking for an Assistant General Counsel to provide strategic legal guidance on commercial transactions, employment issues, and compliance matters. This role requires a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school and 7–10 years of legal experience, preferably in a publicly traded company. The position offers a competitive compensation range of $250,000 – $500,000, depending on experience. Strong organizational skills and the ability to collaborate across functions are essential.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of relevant legal experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal department.
• Prior experience within a publicly traded company is strongly preferred.
• Experience handling commercial contracts and employment‑related matters required.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage commercial agreements.
• Analyze contract terms to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
• Advise business teams on legal and regulatory compliance matters.

Skills

Legal contract negotiation

Employment law compliance

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Admission to New Jersey Bar

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Assistant General Counsel

A growing global technology and services company is seeking an experienced Assistant General Counsel to serve as a key legal partner to the business. This individual will provide strategic and practical legal guidance across commercial transactions, employment matters, compliance initiatives, and regulatory issues in a fast‑paced environment.

Compensation

Compensation: $250,000 – $500,000 total compensation range, dependent on experience and qualifications.

Pay: $150,000.00 - $300,000.00

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a broad range of commercial agreements, including SaaS, licensing, consulting, reseller, services, and platform agreements
• Draft and review employment and labor‑related documents and provide guidance on personnel matters
• Analyze contract terms and special provisions to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies
• Advise business teams on legal and regulatory compliance matters across multiple departments
• Develop, implement, and maintain internal company policies and guidelines
• Conduct legal research and due diligence related to employment law, labor law, intellectual property, privacy, and regulatory compliance
• Support internal and external compliance audits and advise on risk mitigation strategies
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with leadership and business stakeholders on day‑to‑day legal matters

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA‑accredited law school
• Admission to the New Jersey Bar or eligibility for a New Jersey limited in‑house counsel license
• 7–10 years of relevant legal experience in a law firm and/or in‑house legal department
• Prior experience within a publicly traded company is strongly preferred
• Experience handling commercial contracts and employment‑related matters required
• Broad working knowledge of U.S. and international privacy laws and regulations preferred

Desired Strengths

• Ability to independently assess complex legal issues and provide practical business‑oriented solutions
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders across all levels of an organization
• Strong work ethic and sound professional judgment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.