Assistant General Counsel (Pro Builder)

Lgelectronics; Englewood Cliffs (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No-cost health benefits for employees and dependents

401(k) retirement savings with immediate vesting

Generous Paid Time Off

Performance-based Short-Term Incentives

Access to mental health resources

Family-oriented benefits

Job summary

Lgelectronics is seeking an Assistant General Counsel to support the Pro Builder business in Englewood Cliffs, NJ. Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating various legal agreements and providing advice on regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate will have a JD degree with 5-7 years of relevant experience, strong project management skills, and in-house legal experience preferred. Compensation ranges from $180,000 to $225,000 USD.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of relevant legal experience in construction or supply agreements.
• Strong project management skills to coordinate stakeholder efforts.
• Capability to manage multiple projects with strict timelines.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate various agreements for the Pro Builder business.
• Advise on legal issues related to product distribution and online sales.
• Support litigation and manage external legal firms as necessary.

Skills

Negotiating construction agreements

Project management

Antitrust advisory

Legal compliance

Litigation management

Communication skills

Education

JD degree

Job description

Company Overview

Step into the innovative world of LG Electronics. As a global leader in technology, LG Electronics is dedicated to creating innovative solutions for a better life. Our brand promise, 'Life's Good', embodies our commitment to ensuring a happier life for all. We have a rich history spanning over six decades and a global presence in over 290 locations. Our diverse portfolio includes Home Appliance Solutions, Media Entertainment Solutions, Vehicle Solutions, and Eco Solutions. Our management philosophy, "Jeong-do Management," embodies our commitment to high ethical standards and transparent operations. Grounded in the principles of 'Customer-Value Creation' and 'People-Oriented Management', these values shape our corporate culture, fostering creativity, diversity, and integrity. At LG, we believe in the power of collective wisdom through an inclusive work environment. Join us and become a part of a company that is shaping the future of technology. At LG, we strive to make Life Good for Everyone.

What we can offer

A crafted employee experience designed to foster professional growth, a focus on health & well-being and an internal community that will set you up for success.

We offer an environment that enables colleagues to demonstrate their capabilities, focus on their work and create value. At LG, you're encouraged to take a creative and individual approach to challenges with strong emphasis placed on performance and skill—and equal, merit-based opportunities across the board. We want our colleagues to grow with our global business. That's why we deliver sure rewards for exceptional performance and offer industry-leading benefits. Come join the team!

The Opportunity

The Assistant General Counsel will provide general legal support for the Pro Builder business of LG Electronics USA (LGEUS) which sells and installs home appliances and other products in new home and other residential construction projects. See https://www.lg.com/us/business/builder. The position will further serve to ensure appropriate controls are in place to mitigate legal risks and provide business legal support for the Pro Builder business.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and support negotiation of various types of complex sales, installation, construction, services, and other agreements, including agreements with home builders, distributors, vendors, and other parties related to the Pro Builder business.
• Advise on antitrust and other legal issues associated with distribution of products and services, online sales tools, and other Pro Builder operations.
• Review and advise on proposed external communications including marketing materials, press releases, external presentations, white papers, remarks, and other materials for Pro Builder.
• Work with risk management staff on insurance coverage obligations.
• Advise on licensing and other regulatory requirements for the Pro Builder business.
• Manage and/or support pre-litigation and litigation disputes, government administrative agency actions, or subpoenas.
• Provide detailed reporting to the involved parties. When necessary, manage outside law firms.
• Generally support LGEUS’ Home Appliance and B2B business teams in the U.S. as needed.

Qualifications

• JD degree, plus at least 5-7 years’ relevant experience.
• Experience negotiating construction and/or supply agreements with residential builders or similar parties.
• Strong execution and project management skills with ability to organize stakeholders from across a global organization on cross-functional projects (e.g., tax, credit, insurance, etc.).
• Negotiation and construction industry experience in general.
• In-house legal experience preferred.
• Advanced organizational skills and the ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects with aggressive time lines.
• Ability to work independently and with accountability within a multinational corporate group.
• Position located in LG Offices in Englewood Cliffs, NJ, Alpharetta, GA, or Lincolnshire IL, with limited travel (10%) sometimes required.
• Applicable New Jersey, Georgia, or Illinois Bar license or ability to promptly obtain in-house counsel license.

Recruiting Range: $180,000 – $225,000 USD

Benefits Offered Full-Time Employees

• No-cost employee premiums for you and your eligible dependents for competitive medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits.
• Auto enrollment with immediate vesting of competitive company matching contributions in a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with several investment options.
• Generous Paid Time Off program that includes company holidays and a combined bank of paid sick and vacation time.
• Performance based Short-Term Incentives (varies by role).
• Access to confidential mental health resources to help you and your loved ones improve your quality of life. Personal fitness goal incentives.
• Family oriented benefits such as paid parental leave and support for families raising children with learning, social, behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.
• Group Rate Life and Disability Insurance.

Benefits Offered Temporary/Contractors

• Eligible for the relevant benefit programs offered through our partner agencies.

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In addition to the above, LG believes that pay transparency is a key part of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our salary ranges take into account many factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skillset, experience, licensure, certifications, internal equity, and other business needs. While we consider geographic pay differentials in final offers, because we operate in many geographies where applicable, the salary range listed may not reflect all geographic differentials applied.