Junior Corporate Counsel – US Contracts & Compliance

Beiersdorf Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO policy

Parental Leave

Wellness program

401k match

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Beiersdorf is seeking a Junior Corporate Counsel to join the North America Legal team, based in the New York metropolitan area with Stamford, CT commutable. You will partner with stakeholders to lead legal and compliance initiatives in the United States.

This role supports commercial functions, drafts and negotiates contracts, ensures regulatory compliance, and collaborates with global teams. Travel up to 25% is expected.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Member in good standing of a U.S. State Bar with ability to practice in Connecticut or eligible for In-House Counsel Bar.
• 1-3 years of experience as Legal Counsel or in a similar role in a multinational corporation.
• Specialized knowledge of marketing law and business law topics preferred.
• Able to spot legal issues across areas and provide actionable counsel.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel to local and global commercial functions, including marketing teams.
• Review marketing materials for compliance with FTC, FDA, NAD, and MOCRA.
• Draft and negotiate a high volume of commercial contracts and templates.
• Support IP, brand protection, and content clearance in the U.S.
• Assist with M&A contracts and post-merger data transfers.
• Maintain contract lifecycle management databases and document routing.
• Train colleagues on legal policies and tracks/compliance.
• Travel up to 25% as required.

Skills

J.D. Degree

US Bar admission

In-house experience

Marketing law

Contract drafting

Negotiation

PowerPoint

Communication skills

Travel 25%

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Beiersdorf is seeking a Junior Corporate Counsel to join the North America Legal team, based in the New York metropolitan area with Stamford, CT commutable. You will partner with stakeholders to lead legal and compliance initiatives in the United States.

This role supports commercial functions, drafts and negotiates contracts, ensures regulatory compliance, and collaborates with global teams. Travel up to 25% is expected.