Corporate Counsel

Kosmos; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary &

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick &

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Job summary

Kosmos, a national law firm client, seeks a Corporate Counsel to join its Corporate practice in Charlotte. The group represents public and privately owned companies on commercial contracts, mergers and acquisitions, and governance matters.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of corporate in-house experience; M&A is welcome but not required. You will review, draft, and negotiate principal and ancillary agreements, and provide pragmatic counsel in a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of corporate in-house experience.
• M&A experience welcome but not required.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate principal and ancillary agreements related to commercial transactions.
• Provide pragmatic counsel and client-focused guidance in a team environment.

Skills

Corporate in-house experience

M&A experience

Education

Law Degree

Job description

Our client a national law firm, is seeking a Corporate Counsel to join its Corporate practice group in Charlotte. This group represents both public and privately owned companies in a variety of business matters, including commercial contract issues, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate governance counsel.

The ideal candidate will have over three years of corporate in-house experience. While M&A experience is welcome, it is not required. A strong business background and the ability to quickly grasp business concepts are highly valued. This position involves reviewing, drafting, and negotiating principal and ancillary agreements related to supply, purchase, service, transportation, and other commercial transactions. The candidate will be engaged in a wide variety of corporate and commercial projects and will have extensive client contact, providing pragmatic counsel. Candidates should possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, a willingness to ask questions and learn, and a desire to work in a team-oriented environment.

Why is This a Great Opportunity

• Financial Security: Enjoy a Cash Balance Pension Plan (for members) or Flexible Spending Accounts (for non-members), Life Insurance, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance. We also offer Short & Long Term Disability coverage and a Financial Wellness Program to help you plan for the future.
• Work-Life Balance: Take advantage of our Maternal/Paternal Parental Leave policy, generous Holiday and Vacation Pay, and Bereavement Leave. We also prioritize your overall well-being with a Body Wellness Program and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Relocation & Bar Support: We reimburse reasonable relocation expenses and cover bar application and review costs to help make your transition as smooth as possible.

Requirements

• Law Degree
• Eligibility for North Carolina Bar admission is preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in a corporate in house environment

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development