Senior Counsel, Commercial

Graphic Packaging International, LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 189,000 - 253,000; Full time

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International, LLC is seeking a Senior Counsel, Commercial in Atlanta, GA to partner with business leaders on structuring, negotiating, and executing complex commercial agreements. The role emphasizes risk-based legal advice and regulatory alignment in a fast-paced corporate environment.

The position requires 6–12 years of experience in general commercial transactions, Georgia licensure, and strong drafting and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from accredited law school; licensed to practice in Georgia.
• 6–12 years of experience in general commercial transactions; in-house or law firm background.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal advice on commercial activities to internal stakeholders, including executives, operations, and sales.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts and NDAs.
• Manage dispute resolution and commercial litigation as needed.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards across the organization.
• Collaborate with business leaders to structure partnerships and key agreements.
• Support expansion into new markets and ESG initiatives when relevant.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Juris Doctor

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Job description

Senior Counsel, Commercial

Atlanta, GA

At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Senior Counsel, Commercial will report to Graphic Packaging’s Assistant General Counsel. This role is ideal for an attorney who thrives in a fast‑paced corporate environment, enjoys partnering closely with business leaders, and brings strong judgment to a wide range of commercial matters. Experience or interest in sustainability, environmental compliance, or ESG initiatives is a significant plus.

You will serve as a trusted advisor across the organization, helping structure, negotiate, and execute commercial agreements, while ensuring the company’s operations align with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards.

This is an on‑site role requiring presence in the office at least four days per week to support close collaboration with internal stakeholders..

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Job functions include but are not limited to the following.

• Must work within and adhere to the company’s Code of Conduct and Core Values of Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Relationships and Teamwork
• Work onsite a minimum of four (4) days per week
• Serve as strategic advisor providing clear, actionable, risk-based legal advice associated with commercial activities to internal stakeholders, including the executive leadership team, operations, and sales
• Draft, review and negotiate commercial sales agreements, non-disclosure agreements, strategic partnership agreements, and other agreements as required by the assigned business unit(s)
• Oversee and manage dispute resolution including commercial claims and litigation
• Oversee and manage various legal resources as needed to address identified issues
• Work independently, organize, and accurately prioritize work, be detail-oriented, understand when urgency is required and use good judgment in varied situations
• Take direction and accept supervision with a willingness to be flexible with time and adjust to a changing work environment
• Demonstrate a willingness to expand legal responsibilities into other areas of law, and take on additional administrative responsibilities and assignments
• Other duties as assigned

BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE:

• 6-12 years of legal experience in a law firm or in-house with an emphasis on general commercial transactions
• Environmental law and/or sustainability regulations experience not required but is a plus.

EDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE:

• Juris Doctor from accredited law school with strong academic credentials
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in the State of Georgia

SKILLS:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-evolving work environment
• Ability to balance legal and business risks
• Open to working outside of comfort zone, learning new areas of the law, and embracing new challenges
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to clearly convey practical legal advice to internal business stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills
• Positive attitude

Disclaimer

The candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Graphic Packaging retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Pay Range

$189,400.00 - $252,600.00

Graphic Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal, state provincial and local laws with respect to the recruitment and hiring process. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and hiring process free from discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Should you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email [e-mail] .