Senior In-House Counsel, Commercial Contracts

11 MasterBrand Cabinets; Beachwood (OH); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

MasterBrand Cabinets in Beachwood, OH, seeks an in-house Counsel, Commercial Contracts to review, draft, and negotiate a broad range of agreements, supporting sales, distribution, and partnerships. The role requires JD, state-bar admission, and at least 7 years of experience handling complex commercial transactions.

You will partner with cross-functional teams, develop templates, and advise on risk, compliance, and business objectives while maintaining organized contract records and managing

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active state bar membership.
• 7+ years of relevant legal experience in-house or at a law firm.
• Proven track record negotiating and closing complex commercial transactions.
• Strong understanding of contract law and regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and contract management tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead negotiation, drafting, and review of a wide range of complex commercial agreements (sales, agency, distribution, NDAs).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align contract terms with business objectives and mitigate risks.
• Provide practical legal guidance on contract interpretation, rights, and obligations.
• Develop and implement legal templates, processes, and best practices for efficient negotiations.
• Maintain organized contract records and manage external counsel as needed.
• Support dispute resolution related to contracts and advise on regulatory compliance.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Contract drafting

Legal research

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Excel

Contract management software

Job description

MasterBrand Cabinets in Beachwood, OH, seeks an in-house Counsel, Commercial Contracts to review, draft, and negotiate a broad range of agreements, supporting sales, distribution, and partnerships. The role requires JD, state-bar admission, and at least 7 years of experience handling complex commercial transactions.

You will partner with cross-functional teams, develop templates, and advise on risk, compliance, and business objectives while maintaining organized contract records and managing