Senior Legal Specialist

Mars; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pet food industry is seeking a Senior Legal Specialist to join their global Legal Team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in contract management and legal research, as well as strong communication skills. This role offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Annual bonus eligibility

401k with company matching

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Continuing education assistance

Free bag of premium pet food each month

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree is required.
• Must have at least 8-10 years of experience as a paralegal.
• US paralegal certification strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and revise various contracts and legal materials.
• Conduct legal research on corporate, sales, and employment matters.
• Prepare and review documentation for litigation and disputes.

Skills

Action Planning

Analytical Processes

Data Collection and Analysis

Verbal Communication

Writing Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Job Description:

Changing the World, One Kibble at a Time

Champion Petfoods is expanding! We are excited to announce we are looking for a Senior Legal Specialist to join our rapidly growing company.

Job Level:

Technical Leadership-T2

Job Description:

Changing the World, One Kibble at a Time

Champion Petfoods is expanding! We are excited to announce we are looking for a Senior Legal Specialist to join our rapidly growing company.

Champion Petfoods is an award-winning pet food crafter with a reputation of trust spanning 35+ years. From our humble beginnings, founded in a small town in Alberta, Canada, Champion – with its ORIJEN and ACANA brands – is a key player in the global premium pet food industry. Our purpose, To Earn Pet Lover Trust Every Day so Pets Thrive for a Lifetime, provides the foundation for our highest aspirations as a company. Being a partner to the communities that surround us – and the environment that sustains us – are top priorities.

We would love to hear from you if you are passionate about personal and professional growth and see yourself as a key player contributing to our continued success as an award-winning company.

Here’s The Scoop - Summary

The Senior Legal Specialist will report to the global Associate General Counsel – Champion Petfoods. The Senior Legal Specialist will serve as an integral part of the global Champion Petfoods Legal Team, with a significant focus on the U.S., and will be required to identify legal, policy, procedural or other issues related to his/her area of expertise and either resolve them successfully or bring them to the attention of the appropriate attorney. They will also assist with efficient and effective work procedures and processes and work directly with business partners across the organization on behalf of the Legal Team.

What a Typical Day Looks Like

• Draft, review and revise various contracts and other legal materials, including: Non-Disclosure Agreements, Partner and Vendor Agreements, Sales and Purchase Agreements, brand marketing materials, promotional, contest, and sweepstakes rules and terms and conditions and logistics agreements, among others, while working under supervision of an attorney;
• Further develop and update the Legal SharePoint Business Self-Service site, including managing the repository of contract templates and assisting in creating and updating new templates as needed.
• Maintain corporate records and approvals in Blueprint for the affiliated companies and maintain; document controls, retention and implement standardized processes;
• Coordinate the third-party due diligence process in partnership with Mars Compliance;
• Prepare and review documentation for litigation and disputes; assist attorneys with information gathering and interviewing internal associates on various subject matters; maintain records of active pre- and active litigation matters and results;
• Conduct legal research on corporate, sales, advertising, employment, charitable organization contractual matters, and statutory/regulatory developments;
• Interact with outside counsel in connection with litigation including discovery issues, document recovery, and litigation status;
• Draft, review and revise legal presentations, training materials, and other legal documents;
• Respond to calls and email regarding a variety of legal questions and other matters; screen and prioritize phone messages, email and other correspondence;
• Identify, escalate or resolve routine issues and concerns appropriately; and
• Provide first-pass review of new labeling artwork and other marketing materials.
  
  

What You'll Bring

• A Bachelor's Degree is required.
• Must have at least 8-10 years of experience as a paralegal in-house or at a major law firm.
• US paralegal certification strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in the food or consumer product industry preferred.
• High-level working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel and Power Point, Internet research capability.
• Ability to learn and master additional computerized programs as needed.
• Willingness to obtain job related continuing education as needed.
  
  

What can you expect from Champion?

• Safety: A strong commitment to ensure all people are provided with a safe, healthy and respectful environment.
• Earnings: $100,000-$145,000 annual salary, annual bonus eligibility, and 401k with company matching.
• Industry Competitive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision and employee assistance programs to meet your individual or family needs.
• Continuing Education: In house & online learning & development, as well as an education assistance program.
• Quality: a dedication to uphold the highest standards of authenticity, nutritional integrity, and food safety, to earn the trust of Pet Lovers everywhere.
• Other Perks: Free bag of premium pet food each month.
  
  

What are you waiting for? Join the pack!

Come as you are.

We value diversity in all forms and know the power it can bring. Workplace equality allows for creative ideas to bloom, diverse points of views to be heard, and increases overall happiness. That sounds pretty good to us.

Champion is an equal opportunity employer. Regardless of your race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, or any other creed, you are wanted here.

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Skills:

Action Planning, Analytical Processes, Analyze Alternatives and Recommend Solutions, Data Collection and Analysis, Data Control, Planning and Organizing, Policy and Procedures, Policy and Regulation, Verbal Communication, Writing Skills

Competencies:

Communicates Effectively, Courage, Decision Quality, Instills Trust, Manages Complexity, Nimble Learning, Optimizes Work Processes, Persuades, Strategic Mindset

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between the range listed above, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, if eligible, including variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Eligibility for these additional elements depend on the position offered and the employee’s work schedule (i.e., part-time schedule, store associate). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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