Hybrid Assistant General Counsel – Employment & Contracts

FHLB Des Moines; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco Corporation in Houston, TX seeks an Assistant General Counsel – Employment to provide guidance on employment, contract/transactional, EHS and litigation matters across the global business. The role partners with senior leadership to shape risk strategies and oversees outside counsel for efficient, compliant outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds a Juris Doctorate, with 5+ years of legal experience, strong communications, leadership, and the ability to manage high volumes of employment and

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• 5+ years of legal experience, including practicing and litigating at a law firm or company.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily advice and counsel regarding employment, contracts and regulatory matters.
• Direct and manage strategy for employment and litigation matters.
• Coordinate with outside counsel and cross-functional teams.
• Prepare training materials for internal business clients on strategic legal initiatives.

Skills

Legal experience

Communication skills

Leadership

Client service

Employment matters

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Sysco Corporation in Houston, TX seeks an Assistant General Counsel – Employment to provide guidance on employment, contract/transactional, EHS and litigation matters across the global business. The role partners with senior leadership to shape risk strategies and oversees outside counsel for efficient, compliant outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds a Juris Doctorate, with 5+ years of legal experience, strong communications, leadership, and the ability to manage high volumes of employment and