Director, In-House Counsel – Supply Chain & ESG

nVent; Minnesota; Hybrid; USD 173,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

nVent seeks an in-house attorney to craft supplier strategies and drive business objectives forward. You will draft, review, and negotiate supply chain agreements and advise on regulatory conformity across domestic and international markets.

You will mentor ISC and Procurement teams, support M&A due diligence related to supply chain assets, and guide compliance with ESG, environmental, health and safety, and real estate topics.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-recognized law school.
• Bar admission in Minnesota or eligibility within 6 months.
• 10+ years of legal experience in-house and/or private practice, with supply chain, procurement, commercial contracting and manufacturing experience preferred.
• Solid knowledge of logistics, procurement procedures, trade regulations, and worldwide supply chain activities.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate supply chain–related agreements (supplier, distribution/logistics, manufacturing, transportation, SLAs, technology/automation).
• Support strategic sourcing and procurement teams in supplier selection and negotiation approach.
• Develop and maintain uniform supply chain legal templates and guides.
• Advise on conformity with domestic and international regulations, including tariffs.
• Identify and mitigate legal and geopolitical risks across the supply chain.
• Manage disputes with suppliers, insurers, logistics providers, and manufacturing partners; support continuity and resilience planning.
• Counsel cross-functional units on supply chain strategy, technology, and sustainability.

Skills

Drafting contracts

Negotiation

Legal counsel

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Education

J.D. from ABA-recognized law school

Bar admission Minnesota or eligible within 6 months

Job description

nVent seeks an in-house attorney to craft supplier strategies and drive business objectives forward. You will draft, review, and negotiate supply chain agreements and advise on regulatory conformity across domestic and international markets.

You will mentor ISC and Procurement teams, support M&A due diligence related to supply chain assets, and guide compliance with ESG, environmental, health and safety, and real estate topics.