Legal Counsel, Contracts Manager

TalentBridge

Charlotte (NC)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Supportive, team-oriented environment

Direct access to senior leaders

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Join TalentBridge as a Junior Legal Counsel and advance your legal career while working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. In this role, you will manage commercial contracts and provide strategic legal guidance to internal teams, enhancing your professional growth within an industry-leading organization valued for its teamwork and innovation.

Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
5+ years of experience in commercial contract law.
Active bar membership in relevant jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

Draft, review, negotiate, and manage commercial contracts.
Provide strategic legal guidance to internal business partners.
Support compliance and risk management initiatives.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Corporate governance

Organizational skills

Business acumen

Legal management software proficiency

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

Job Title:Legal Counsel/Contracts Manager
Location: On-site - Charlotte, NC
Salary:$100,000- $150,000/year
Employment Type: Full Time, Exempt

Join an industry-leading organization and make an immediate impact!

We are seeking a driven and collaborative Junior Legal Counsel to join a dynamic legal team in Charlotte, NC. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your legal career while working closely with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

What you’ll do:

Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a wide range of commercial contracts, serving as the primary point of contact throughout the entire process.

Provide strategic legal guidance to internal business partners across various functions.

Support compliance, corporate governance, and risk management initiatives to protect and enhance business operations.

Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to align business objectives with contractual terms.

Maintain and improve contract management systems, ensuring efficient storage, organization, and retrieval.

Monitor contract performance, recommend amendments or renewals, and ensure ongoing compliance with legal and business obligations.

Contribute to continuous improvement efforts in legal processes and operational efficiency.

Support litigation management and dispute resolution, and assist with developing risk mitigation strategies.

What sets this role apart:

High-impact work with direct access to senior leaders and multiple departments.
Exposure to a variety of commercial and corporate legal matters, accelerating professional growth.
Opportunity to build strong partnerships and shape legal processes at an established organization.
Competitive compensation and a supportive, team-oriented environment.

What we’re looking for:

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Active bar membership in the relevant jurisdiction.

5+ years of experience in commercial contract law — corporate or manufacturing industry experience highly preferred.

Strong expertise in contract drafting, negotiation, and corporate governance.

Exceptional organizational skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.

Strong business acumen and ability to communicate clearly with stakeholders at all levels.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and legal management software.

A collaborative, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-functional environment.

Experience in litigation and dispute resolution is a plus.

Ready to advance your legal career and make a real difference?
Apply now and join a team where your expertise and ideas will be valued, and your growth supported.

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