General Counsel

Addison Group; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k))

Career Growth Opportunities

Direct Access to Hiring Managers

Professional Support with Resume Guidance and Interview Preparation

Job summary

Addison Group is seeking an experienced legal professional to serve as the organization's primary legal advisor in Carol Stream, Illinois. The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and significant experience in corporate law and litigation management.

This role involves advising executive leadership, ensuring compliance with laws, and managing litigation matters. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive legal experience, including significant corporate and litigation experience.
• Ability to influence and advise senior leadership.
• Established network of external legal resources and subject matter experts.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the organization's primary legal advisor.
• Assess legal risk and advise executive leadership.
• Manage and oversee all litigation matters.

Skills

Legal Judgment

Litigation Management

Corporate Governance

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Risk Management

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Job description

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and active license to practice law.
• 10+ years of progressive legal experience, including significant corporate and litigation experience.
• Prior experience serving as General Counsel, Associate General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, or senior in-house legal counsel preferred.
• Strong litigation management experience with the ability to assess risk and determine appropriate legal strategies.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, distribution, transportation, or other operationally complex organizations preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently and provide sound legal judgment with minimal oversight.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance, contracts, employment law, regulatory compliance, and risk management.
• Established network of external legal resources and subject matter experts.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Executive presence with the ability to influence and advise senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the organization's primary legal advisor, providing practical guidance on legal, regulatory, and business matters.
• Assess legal risk and advise executive leadership on potential implications, allowing business leaders to make informed decisions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Manage and oversee all litigation matters, including evaluating when disputes should be litigated versus resolved through negotiation or settlement.
• Partner with and manage outside counsel, leveraging specialized expertise as needed.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, contracts, and legal documents.
• Advise leadership on employment law, corporate governance, risk management, compliance, and operational matters.
• Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and legal frameworks that protect the organization while supporting business objectives.
• Monitor changes in legislation and regulatory requirements and provide recommendations to mitigate risk.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to support strategic initiatives, acquisitions, operational decisions, and business growth.

Why choose Addison Group?

• Competitive Pay: We negotiate high salaries using US Bureau of Labor Statistics data
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and bonus opportunities
• Career Growth: Many Addison Group opportunities lead to long-term and permanent employment
• Direct Access: Connect directly with hiring managers at leading organizations
• Flexibility & Options: Multiple opportunities tailored to your career goals and location preferences
• Professional Support: Resume guidance, interview preparation, and offer negotiation assistance

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.