Strategic Corporate Counsel: Commercial & Compliance

The Kendall Group

Grand Rapids (MI)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 165,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

The Kendall Group is seeking a Corporate Counsel to join our in-house legal team. This generalist role supports commercial transactions, corporate governance, and policy development across our eight divisions and 75+ locations.

You will work closely with business leaders to deliver practical, business-focused legal guidance and risk management. Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of relevant experience, a JD from an ABA-accredited school, and a track record advising on contracts, procurement, real

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school, licensed to practice law in at least one state
  • Experience counseling business leaders on commercial matters, contract negotiations, procurement, real estate, and corporate policies

Responsibilities

  • Partner with business leaders to support business objectives and provide practical legal guidance on a broad range of legal and compliance matters
  • Draft, review, negotiate, and interpret a variety of commercial agreements (customer, vendor, confidentiality, service agreements)
  • Support corporate governance, policies, and training initiatives
  • Identify legal risks and recommend practical, business-aligned solutions
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including HR, Finance, Operations, Sales, Safety, IT, and Supply Chain

Skills

Business Insight
Decision Quality
Manages Complexity
Balances Stakeholders
Interpersonal Savvy
Communicates Effectively
Collaborates
Courage
Drives Results
Instills Trust
Ensures Accountability
Resourcefulness
Action Oriented

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Microsoft Word
MS Office

Job description

The Kendall Group is seeking a Corporate Counsel to join our in-house legal team. This generalist role supports commercial transactions, corporate governance, and policy development across our eight divisions and 75+ locations.

You will work closely with business leaders to deliver practical, business-focused legal guidance and risk management. Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of relevant experience, a JD from an ABA-accredited school, and a track record advising on contracts, procurement, real

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