Corporate Counsel — Contracts & Compliance (Not-for-Profit)

Benchmark Human Services; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision and dental insurance

Life Insurance

401k plan with company match

Relocation Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Advancement Opportunities

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Benchmark Human Services seeks an experienced Corporate Counsel to join our Fort Wayne, IN headquarters, reporting to the Chief Legal Officer. You will draft, review, and negotiate contracts and leases, provide guidance on governance, employment, and risk, and address a broad range of legal matters to support our mission.

On-site collaboration with senior leadership is essential. You will lead legal initiatives, conduct research on regulatory changes, and coordinate with external counsel as

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing of a state bar of a state in which company operates.
• 4+ years of experience in corporate legal department or law firm.
• Ability to work in Fort Wayne, IN; remote work may be considered but on-site preferred.
• Strong background in corporate and contract law; excellent drafting and communication skills.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Primary responsibility for drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts, leases, and other legal documents.
• Managing the contracting process including supervising contract specialist.
• Providing legal advice and guidance to senior leadership on a wide range of legal issues and business matters.
• Conducting legal research and staying updated on changes in laws that may affect the company.
• Developing and implementing legal strategies to protect the company’s interests.
• Provide legal counsel on issues arising from actual or anticipated lawsuits.
• Coordinate with external legal counsel as needed.
• Conduct and coordinate research into legal matters as needed.
• Represent the company in various legal proceedings.
• Prepare legal documents as necessary.
• Report any suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation of individuals served to supervisor immediately.
• Comply with all standards to assure the health and safety of all individuals.

Skills

Corporate law

Contract law

Legal drafting

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

J.D. degree from an accredited law school

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal research tools

Job description

Benchmark Human Services seeks an experienced Corporate Counsel to join our Fort Wayne, IN headquarters, reporting to the Chief Legal Officer. You will draft, review, and negotiate contracts and leases, provide guidance on governance, employment, and risk, and address a broad range of legal matters to support our mission.

On-site collaboration with senior leadership is essential. You will lead legal initiatives, conduct research on regulatory changes, and coordinate with external counsel as