Senior Counsel - Commercial

Larson Maddox; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturing company in Milwaukee is seeking a Senior Commercial Counsel to support its legal team. This role involves collaborating with the General Counsel on various commercial matters, drafting and negotiating agreements, providing legal guidance, and overseeing intellectual property strategy. The ideal candidate will have at least 6+ years of experience in commercial law, and a strong understanding of contract terms and regulatory compliance. This is a full-time position offering an attractive salary range.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years practicing law as a commercial counsel or attorney.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with General Counsel on commercial matters.
• Draft and review various commercial agreements.
• Advise business units on commercial strategy.
• Provide legal guidance on contracts and compliance.
• Manage trademark and patent matters.

Skills

Commercial law expertise

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Risk mitigation

Job description

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Base pay range

$170,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

Legal Executive Recruitment Consultant for Larson Maddox | Midwest Manufacturing/Transportation

Our client, a rapidly growing global manufacturing company is looking to bring on a Senior Commercial Counsel to work directly with the General Counsel on all commercial matters. This individual will be a key contributor to the company's legal, marketing, sales, and operations teams. A strong candidate will have at least 6 years of experience in commercial law, in either an in‑house or law firm setting.

Job Title: Commercial Counsel

Reports to: General Counsel

Job Description:

• Collaborate closely with the General Counsel and other attorneys on company-wide commercial matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including sales, purchasing, procurement, consulting, licensing, and government subcontractor contracts.
• Work closely with and advise several different business units on commercial strategy & growing the company.
• Develop and implement standardized playbooks, templates, and processes for commercial agreements and legal operations.
• Provide legal guidance on contract terms, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance, including FAR/DFAR requirements.
• Support dispute resolution and litigation readiness, including implementing legal holds and advising on conflict management.
• Oversee and manage trademark and patent matters and contribute to intellectual property strategy and portfolio development.
• Assist with business partner documentation such as licenses, certifications, and regulatory filings.
• Enhance legal operations by developing templates, processes, and training programs for commercial legal matters.
• Collaborate with external counsel as needed.

Requirements:

• Minimum 6+ years practicing law as a commercial counsel/attorney.

Compensation

• 170,000 - 200,000

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries: Chemical Manufacturing