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
Location : Milwaukee, WI | 3 Days In-Office, 2 Remote
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