Associate Corporate Counsel

Watsco; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Watsco, headquartered in Coconut Grove, Florida, is seeking an Associate Corporate Counsel. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement with three days in office and flexible options for the right candidate.

The position involves drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide array of commercial agreements, including SaaS, vendor, marketing and confidentiality contracts, as well as supporting contract management and policy development.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and assist in the negotiation of commercial agreements for day‑to‑day operations, including proposals, purchase orders, supplier agreements, consignment agreements, vendor contracts, marketing and revenue share agreements, SaaS contracts, and NDAs.
• Negotiate effectively with internal partners, external clients and other third parties.
• Assist in contract management, tracking amendments/addendums and renewal/termination deadlines.
• Develop, recommend and update standard legal language for internal client use.
• Draft and review terms and conditions, terms of use and privacy policies for e‑commerce sites.
• Assist in corporate filings including annual reports and DBA/fictitious name filings.
• Provide analysis and advice on commercial transactions, data protection/privacy and IP issues.
• Work with the VP of Legal Affairs to identify legal risks and develop pragmatic strategies.
• Collaborate with Risk Management and Compliance to minimize legal exposure.
• Assist outside counsel with filing and maintaining service marks/trademarks and with litigation matters.
• Assist with employment matters and provide guidance to HR on employment agreements and policies.
• Assist and coordinate aspects of commercial real estate transactions and lease reviews.
• Stay updated on legislative and regulatory requirements and recommend policy changes.
• Provide training on a range of legal and compliance topics.

Job description

Associate Corporate Counsel

Position based at Watsco’s headquarters in Coconut Grove, Florida. Hybrid work arrangement, 3 days per week in office. Open to other flexible options for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and assist in the negotiation of a variety of commercial agreements for the company’s day‑to‑day operations, including proposals, purchase orders, supplier agreements, consignment agreements, third‑party vendor contracts, marketing and revenue share agreements, SaaS contracts, and non‑disclosure agreements.
• Negotiate effectively and constructively with internal partners, external clients and other third parties.
• Assist in contract management, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions, tracking amendments/addendums, and renewal/termination deadlines.
• Develop, recommend and update standard or recommended legal language for internal client use.
• Draft and review terms and conditions, terms of use and privacy policies applicable to e‑commerce sites.
• Assist in the preparation of corporate resolutions and filings, including annual reports and DBA/fictitious name filings.
• Provide practical and understandable analysis and advice on various legal issues, including commercial transactions, breach of contract claims, demands for indemnity, data protection/privacy and intellectual property.
• Work closely with the VP of Legal Affairs to anticipate and identify legal risks and to develop pragmatic, business‑oriented legal strategies, processes and solutions.
• Collaborate with Risk Management and Compliance to minimize legal exposure by proactively reviewing existing policies and practices, while considering business objectives and practicalities.
• Assist outside counsel in gathering documentation needed to file and maintain service marks and trademarks.
• Assist outside counsel in the investigation and defense of litigation matters, including gathering relevant documents and information.
• Assist with employment matters as needed and provide legal guidance to HR leaders, including drafting of employment agreements, non‑solicitation agreements, and policies and procedures.
• Assist and coordinate aspects of commercial real‑estate transactions; draft and review leases and lease amendments as needed with business‑unit real‑estate teams.
• Stay abreast of new legislative and regulatory requirements applicable to the business and recommend changes to policies and processes, as appropriate.
• Provide training on a range of legal and compliance matters.