Corporate Counsel - Aerospace

Larson Maddox; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 138,900 - 191,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A global conglomerate is seeking a Corporate Counsel to join their legal team in Florida. This role includes drafting commercial contracts, managing litigation, and ensuring import/export compliance. The ideal candidate has a JD, is licensed in the U.S., and has over 6 years of legal experience. The role offers competitive benefits including medical insurance, a 401(k), and a full-time contract.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant legal experience, preferably in-house with a manufacturing company.
• Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Strong knowledge of global trade compliance.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Manage litigation and coordinate with external counsel.
• Advise on global trade compliance and conduct training.

Skills

Legal drafting and negotiation

Litigation management

Compliance expertise

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent legal degree

Job description

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Our client is a global conglomerate company out of Florida looking to identify it's first US-based Corporate Counsel to join their global legal team. This role will focus on a wide variety, including: commercial contracts, litigation, compliance, and managing cross-functional relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Contracts

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including supply, distribution, manufacturing, and service contracts.
• Provide legal support for procurement, operations, and supply chain teams.
• Advise on contract risks, mitigation strategies, and compliance with internal policies and applicable laws.

Litigation Management

• Manage and oversee litigation, arbitration, and pre-litigation disputes globally.
• Coordinate with external counsel and internal stakeholders to develop litigation strategies.
• Monitor legal trends and risks that may impact the company's operations.

Import/Export Compliance

• Advise on global trade compliance, including customs regulations, export controls, and sanctions.
• Support internal audits and investigations related to trade compliance.
• Develop and implement training and policies to ensure adherence to international trade laws.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent legal degree from an accredited institution.
• Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction or equivalent international qualification.
• 6+ years of relevant legal experience, preferably with in-house experience with a manufacturing company.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, Defense and Space Manufacturing, and Machinery Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

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401(k)

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