Charlotte-Based US General Counsel — Retail Expansion

Page Executive; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 170,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

On-site role in Charlotte, NC

Generous PTO

Job summary

Page Executive is recruiting the first US General Counsel for a leading global retailer expanding into the US market. The role is based at the Charlotte, North Carolina headquarters, working closely with local leadership and globally aligned legal counterparts.

The ideal candidate will hold a Juris Doctor and be in good standing with a US state bar, with deep experience in retail leasing, contracts, and multi-state employment matters. An international-brand background is preferred.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor and US state bar in good standing.
• Strong preference for experience in the retail industry or similar sector with leasing, construction/store fit-out, and multi-state employment matters.
• Experience with an international brand and collaboration with senior stakeholders worldwide is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to the company and senior leadership on business and compliance matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, leases, and other documents to protect interests.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws in the retail industry.
• Manage external counsel relationships.
• Develop strategies to mitigate legal risks.
• Represent the company in legal proceedings and negotiations.
• Oversee corporate governance and maintain proper legal documentation.
• Provide training and guidance on legal matters and company policies.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Prioritization

Stress management

Education

Juris Doctor + US state bar in good standing

Job description

Page Executive is recruiting the first US General Counsel for a leading global retailer expanding into the US market. The role is based at the Charlotte, North Carolina headquarters, working closely with local leadership and globally aligned legal counterparts.

The ideal candidate will hold a Juris Doctor and be in good standing with a US state bar, with deep experience in retail leasing, contracts, and multi-state employment matters. An international-brand background is preferred.