Hybrid Senior Commercial Counsel — Strategy & Deals

Welch's; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 210,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive culture

Hybrid work model

Paid time off and holidays

Paid volunteer time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plan

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Welch's is seeking an Associate General Counsel to serve as a senior, independent contributor advising business leaders across the company on corporate, commercial, regulatory, and compliance matters.

You'll structure and negotiate complex commercial agreements, translate legal risk into actionable options, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align legal strategy with business priorities while protecting the company.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree and active bar membership in good standing.
• At least ten years of progressively responsible legal experience.
• Substantial experience independently drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Experience at a large law firm and/or as corporate in-house counsel strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead drafting and negotiation of material commercial agreements with suppliers, licensees, distributors, contract manufacturers, and other strategic business partners.
• Advise leaders on corporate, regulatory, and compliance matters across the organization.
• Manage litigation and other disputes with external counsel and align strategy with business objectives.
• Develop policies, training, tools, and preventive guidance to strengthen legal compliance.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Strategic advisory

Risk assessment

Cross-functional collaboration

Commercial law

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Active bar membership

Job description

Welch's is seeking an Associate General Counsel to serve as a senior, independent contributor advising business leaders across the company on corporate, commercial, regulatory, and compliance matters.

You'll structure and negotiate complex commercial agreements, translate legal risk into actionable options, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align legal strategy with business priorities while protecting the company.