Legal Manager

OYH

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 144,500 - 196,800

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive international compensation

Relocation assistance

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

A building materials company is seeking a seasoned Legal Manager to oversee all legal affairs. This role is crucial for providing strategic legal counsel to support market expansion and ensure compliance with complex federal and state regulations. Candidates should have a JD degree and at least 7 years of legal experience in the manufacturing or construction industry. The position offers competitive compensation and is located in Houston, TX, with opportunities for domestic travel.

Qualifications

Active membership in good standing of a US state bar.
Minimum of 7 years of relevant legal experience.
Direct experience in the manufacturing, construction, or building materials industry is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive legal support for daily operations.
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements.
Monitor and analyze relevant US laws and regulations.
Develop and manage compliance programs and internal controls.
Manage litigation and legal proceedings.
Advise senior management on legal risks and strategic opportunities.

Skills

Strong business acumen

Excellent communication skills

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

We are seeking a seasoned Legal Manager to oversee and manage all legal affairs for our building materials business in the United States. This role is pivotal in providing strategic legal counsel to support market expansion, ensure full compliance with complex federal and state regulations, and mitigate risks associated with commercial operations, ultimately safeguarding the company's assets and reputation in the competitive US market.

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive legal support for daily operations, sales and distribution, marketing claims, procurement, and strategic investments in the US.
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements (e.g., sales, distribution, supply, service, licensing, NDAs) in English, ensuring alignment with company policies and US law.
Monitor, analyze, and advise on relevant US laws and regulations (including product liability, consumer protection, advertising, environmental, trade, and employment laws) impacting the building materials sector.
Develop, implement, and manage robust compliance programs and internal controls.
Manage and oversee litigation, disputes, and other legal proceedings, working efficiently with external counsel.
Advise senior management on legal risks, strategic opportunities, and complex business decisions.
Collaborate with global and regional legal teams to ensure consistency in legal strategy and practices.
Conduct legal training for local business teams to enhance legal awareness and risk prevention capabilities.

Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited US law school and active membership in good standing of a US state bar (any state).
Minimum of 7 years of relevant legal experience, combining law firm and in-house roles. Direct experience in the manufacturing, construction, or building materials industry is highly preferred.
Proven expertise in US commercial law, contract negotiation, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.
Strong business acumen with the ability to provide practical, solution-oriented legal advice.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across cultures and with stakeholders at all levels.
Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to travel domestically within the US as required.

We Offer

A competitive international compensation and benefits package (including relocation assistance if applicable).
The opportunity to play a key role in the strategic growth of our core business in a critical market.
A dynamic and challenging work environment within a global organization.

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