Legal Manager

Boviet Solar; Greenville (NC); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

INOX SOLAR, a solar manufacturing company, seeks a Legal Manager to oversee legal affairs, contract obligations, and regulatory compliance. You will provide practical guidance to executive leadership and collaborate with HR, Finance, Operations, Procurement, and Sales.

The role emphasizes contract management, risk assessment, and negotiation in a manufacturing/industrial environment, with responsibility for visa processes and corporate governance support as needed.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in law or related field; JD preferred.
• Minimum five years in legal roles within corporate or manufacturing settings.
• Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts.

Aufgaben

• Oversee legal compliance, risk management, and policies across the company.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts and vendor agreements.
• Coordinate with HR, Finance, Operations, and external counsel as needed.
• Manage employment-based visa and immigration processes in collaboration with HR.
• Support corporate governance, records, and internal procedures.
• Coordinate litigation matters and manage outside counsel when required.
• Provide practical legal guidance to executive leadership and teams.

Kenntnisse

Contract negotiation

Contract drafting

Regulatory compliance

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Law or related field

JD or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic contract management systems

Jobbeschreibung

LEGAL MANAGER

Company: INOX SOLAR

Department: Legal

Reports To: Executive Leadership

Employment Type: Full-Time

Classification: Exempt

Work Location: Onsite

POSITION SUMMARY

INOX SOLAR is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Legal Manager to oversee legal matters, manage contractual obligations, support regulatory compliance, and minimize legal risks across the organization. This position will provide practical legal guidance to executive leadership and collaborate with Human Resources, Finance, Operations, Procurement, Sales, and other departments to ensure company activities comply with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.

The ideal candidate will have strong contract management, negotiation, risk assessment, and communication skills, preferably with experience in manufacturing, renewable energy, or an industrial environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Legal Compliance and Risk Management

• Monitor applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations affecting company operations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain legal compliance policies and procedures.
• Identify potential legal risks and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Support internal compliance reviews, audits, and investigations.
• Coordinate with external legal counsel on complex legal matters and litigation.
• Maintain accurate legal records, documentation, and compliance reports.

2. Contract Management

• Draft, review, negotiate, and administer commercial agreements, vendor contracts, service agreements, and other business documents.
• Review contractual terms to identify potential risks and protect the company's interests.
• Monitor contract renewals, expiration dates, amendments, and obligations.
• Support negotiations with suppliers, customers, contractors, and business partners.
• Maintain an organized contract management system and ensure appropriate approvals are obtained.

3. Visa and Immigration Management

• Oversee and coordinate the company’s employment-based visa and immigration processes in partnership with Human Resources, hiring managers, and qualified immigration attorneys.
• Coordinate visa sponsorship requests for foreign national employees and prospective hires, subject to company approval and applicable law.
• Track visa classifications, expiration dates, renewal deadlines, petition validity periods, and other immigration-related deadlines.
• Coordinate the preparation, collection, review, and submission of supporting documentation for employment-based visa petitions and extensions.
• Support immigration matters involving applicable visa categories, such as H-1B, L-1, and other employment-based classifications, as appropriate to the company’s workforce.
• Coordinate with immigration counsel regarding visa petitions, amendments, extensions, changes in employment circumstances, and other required filings.
• Work with HR to maintain accurate records of employees’ work authorization documentation and immigration case status, with appropriate access controls and confidentiality.
• Help ensure employment eligibility verification and Form I-9 procedures are completed in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Monitor relevant immigration law and policy changes and communicate potential impacts to executive leadership and HR.
• Assist with immigration compliance reviews, audits, government inquiries, and requests for supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with HR and management when changes in job duties, work location, compensation, reporting structure, or employment status may affect an employee’s immigration status.
• Help establish internal procedures for visa sponsorship approvals, case tracking, document retention, and timely escalation of immigration issues.
• Maintain confidential immigration files and limit access to authorized personnel.
• Coordinate with counsel on immigration-related notices, requests for evidence, denials, and other government communications.

3. Employment and Human Resources Support

• Partner with Human Resources on employment-related legal matters, workplace policies, and employee relations issues.
• Provide guidance on employment agreements, disciplinary documentation, terminations, workplace investigations, and personnel policies.
• Assist with compliance related to wage and hour requirements, workplace safety obligations, equal employment opportunity, and applicable employment laws.
• Coordinate with external employment counsel regarding complex employee relations matters, claims, and disputes.
• Help ensure HR policies and procedures are consistently applied and legally compliant.

4. Corporate Governance and Business Operations

• Support corporate governance activities, including maintaining corporate records, resolutions, and business documentation.
• Assist with preparation and review of corporate policies, internal procedures, and management documents.
• Provide legal support for business initiatives, strategic partnerships, and operational decisions.
• Review confidentiality agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and other documents protecting company information.
• Assist with intellectual property protection, including trademarks, proprietary information, and confidential business materials.

5. Litigation and Dispute Resolution

• Coordinate the management of claims, disputes, legal notices, and litigation matters.
• Work with outside counsel to monitor case developments, deadlines, and legal expenses.
• Assist in gathering documents and information for legal proceedings and investigations.
• Recommend practical strategies to resolve disputes while reducing financial and operational exposure.

6. Regulatory and Industry Compliance

• Monitor regulatory requirements relevant to solar manufacturing, industrial operations, and renewable energy business activities.
• Support compliance with applicable environmental, occupational safety, import/export, and commercial regulations, as relevant to company operations.
• Assist with regulatory inquiries, inspections, audits, and required filings.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to address compliance gaps and implement corrective measures.

7. Executive and Departmental Support

• Provide clear, timely legal advice and recommendations to executive leadership.
• Translate complex legal requirements into practical guidance for non-legal personnel.
• Conduct legal awareness training for managers and employees when needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate business risks and support sound decision-making.
• Prepare reports on legal risks, contract status, compliance matters, and ongoing disputes.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Legal Studies, Business Administration, or a related field, as appropriate to the jurisdiction.
• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent legal qualification preferred.
• Active license to practice law in the applicable U.S. jurisdiction preferred; required if the position will independently provide legal advice or perform activities reserved for licensed attorneys.
• Minimum of five years of relevant legal experience, preferably in a corporate legal department, law firm, manufacturing company, or industrial business.
• Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Working knowledge of U.S. corporate, commercial, employment, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Experience managing outside counsel, legal disputes, and risk mitigation initiatives.
• Experience in manufacturing, solar energy, renewable energy, or international business operations preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong negotiation and contract drafting abilities.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Ability to interpret legal requirements and communicate them clearly to business leaders.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and competing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic contract or document management systems.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external legal professionals.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work primarily in an office and corporate business environment.
• Regular interaction with executive leadership, HR, Finance, Operations, Procurement, Sales, and external legal counsel.
• Occasional travel may be required based on business needs.
• Ability to support time-sensitive legal matters and business initiatives.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

• Timely and effective review and management of contracts.
• Improved legal compliance and reduced exposure to legal risks.
• Effective coordination of litigation, claims, and outside counsel.
• Accurate maintenance of legal records and corporate documentation.
• Effective support of HR and operational compliance matters.
• Clear and practical legal guidance to executive leadership.
• Successful collaboration with departments to support company objectives.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

INOX SOLAR is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.