Senior Corporate Counsel — Americas Strategy & Growth

H.B. Fuller Company; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 155,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

H.B. Fuller Company is seeking a pragmatic Senior Business Counsel to serve as a strategic advisor to commercial and functional leaders across the Americas.

You will lead complex legal support, shape contracting practices, and help drive growth, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence in a fast-paced, global environment. Reporting to the Vice President, Assistant General Counsel - Business Counsel, you will collaborate with teams worldwide, manage outside counsel efficiently, and

Qualifications

• J.D. or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Licensed to practice law in at least one jurisdiction.
• Minimum seven years’ legal experience, including business counseling.
• Demonstrated success partnering with cross-functional and global teams.
• Experience advising senior leaders on complex, multi-faceted issues.
• Ability to influence in a matrixed environment and think strategically.
• Comfort with ambiguity and ability balancing legal risk with commercial objectives.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple matters.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead legal advisor for designated business units and leadership teams.
• Advise on a broad range of commercial, operational, and regulatory matters.
• Support business growth initiatives, including joint ventures, acquisitions, integrations, and other strategic projects.
• Shape practical contracting approaches, templates, playbooks, and processes that improve efficiency and client experience.
• Structure, negotiate, and advise on a wide variety of commercial agreements, strategic transactions, and customer and supplier arrangements.
• Collaborate with the Ethics & Compliance team on investigations, policy development, and training.
• Advise on corporate governance and entity management matters.
• Develop and deliver engaging legal training and guidance on relevant topics.
• Manage outside counsel efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Translate complex legal concepts into clear, business-oriented recommendations.
• Proactively provide forward-looking, actionable and risk-based legal advice.

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) or equivalent

Licensed to practice law

Job description

H.B. Fuller Company is seeking a pragmatic Senior Business Counsel to serve as a strategic advisor to commercial and functional leaders across the Americas.

You will lead complex legal support, shape contracting practices, and help drive growth, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence in a fast-paced, global environment. Reporting to the Vice President, Assistant General Counsel - Business Counsel, you will collaborate with teams worldwide, manage outside counsel efficiently, and