Legal Director

Major, Lindsey & Africa; New York (NY); On-site; USD 170,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food and beverage industry is seeking a skilled transactional attorney as Legal Director. This role involves supporting the Sales and Marketing teams while contributing to the mission of making nutritious food accessible. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in transactional law and will play a key role in the company's innovative legal strategies.

Benefits

30% bonus target

Potential for equity

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of law firm or in-house experience with emphasis on transactions.

Responsibilities

• Support Sales and Marketing teams for Chobani and La Colombe brands.
• Contribute to the success of a dynamic and innovative company.

Skills

Transactional Law

Commercial Awareness

Job description

Overview:

Chobani is seeking a skilled transactional attorney to join its Legal team as Legal Director, supporting the Sales and Marketing teams for the Chobani and La Colombe brands. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a commercially oriented lawyer to contribute to the success of a dynamic and innovative company in the food and beverage industry. The role will report to the Associate General Counsel for Sales and Commercial and also directly support the Associate General Counsel responsible for Marketing and Creative.

Company:

Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating its communities and making the world a healthier place. In short: making good food for all. In support of this mission, Chobani is a purpose-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and has been since its founding in 2005 by Hamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S. The Company manufactures yogurt, oat milk, and creamers – Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand, made with natural ingredients without artificial preservatives. Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world – putting humanity first in everything it does. The company’s philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to its communities and beyond: working to eradicate child hunger, supporting immigrants, refugees and underrepresented people, honoring veterans, and protecting the planet.

Experience:

5-7+ years of law firm or a combination of law firm and in-house experience with an emphasis on transactions.

Location:

New York City, NY.

Compensation:

$170k-185k base, 30% bonus target, and potential for equity.

Bar:

Candidate must be a member in good standing in New York or any other state of the United States or the District of Columbia.