Assistant General Counsel

Exela Technologies; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and wellness plans

Paid time off

401(k) retirement savings plan

Job summary

A leading business process automation firm is seeking an Assistant General Counsel to provide support for commercial transactions, corporate compliance, and litigation. The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctorate and 3 to 4 years of experience in corporate law. Responsibilities include drafting contracts, assisting with SEC reporting, and collaborating with various departments to address legal issues. This role offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3 to 4 years of legal practice, preferably in a reputable law firm.
• Experience in corporate transactional practice and SEC reporting requirements.
• Competency in drafting and negotiating a broad range of contracts.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate commercial contracts with clients and vendors.
• Support SEC reporting requirements and manage corporate records.
• Assist with mergers, acquisitions, and general corporate governance.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Exceptional integrity

Clear communication skills

Strategic thinking

Ability to adapt

Education

Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school

Tools

Word processing software

Spreadsheet applications

Database software

Communication software

Job description

Exela is a business process automation (BPA) leader, leveraging a global footprint and proprietary technology to provide digital transformation solutions enhancing quality, productivity, and end-user experience. With decades of expertise operating mission-critical processes, Exela serves a growing roster of more than 4,000 customers throughout 50 countries, including over 60% of the Fortune 100.

We offer comprehensive health and wellness plans, including medical, dental and vision coverage for eligible employees and family members; paid time off; and commuter benefits. In addition, supplemental income protection including short term insurance coverage is available. We also offer a 401(k)-retirement savings plan to assist eligible employees in saving for their retirement.

Exela seeks job applicants from all walks of life and backgrounds including, but not limited to, those who are transitioning military members, veterans, reservists, National Guard members, military spouses and their family members. Individuals will be considered no matter their military rank or specialty.

We are seeking a versatile Assistant General Counsel who will serve as a key member of our legal team. The ideal candidate will be a corporate generalist attorney with expertise in supporting various legal functions, including commercial transactions, corporate securities, compliance programs, and litigation.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a diverse range of commercial contracts with clients and vendors, including master service agreements, NDAs, and strategic sourcing agreements.
• Provide support for SEC reporting requirements, manage corporate records, and assist with general corporate governance matters.
• Assist with mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and other growth-oriented transactions.
• Collaborate with various departments including accounting, finance, tax, treasury, investor relations, communications, and HR to provide legal advice and guidance on various matters and potential disputes.
• Handle demand letters, conduct related investigations, draft litigation hold letters, assist with HR complaints and lawsuits, manage litigation with outside counsel, and actively participate in depositions, settlement conferences, and mediation.
• Evaluate and address compliance needs, identify legal issues and risks, and support legal compliance across the company's operations.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school and licensed to practice law in at least one state.
• 3 to 4 years of legal practice, preferably in a reputable law firm, with experience in corporate transactional practice, commercial transactions, contract drafting, SEC reporting requirements, and corporate compliance.
• Strong work ethic with the ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently under deadline pressure.
• Exceptional integrity, sound business judgment, clear communication skills, and strategic thinking.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, multicultural organization.
• Superior verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Competency in drafting and negotiating a broad range of contracts with a willingness to learn and adapt to new areas of law.
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, database, and communication software applications.
• Executive presence with the ability to quickly earn respect and trust from team members and business units.
• Ability to work in an office setting with occasional travel as required.

Exela is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equality opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, gender/sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.