Who we are…and what we offer: Be part of the world’s most successful, purpose-led business. Work with brands that are well-loved around the world, that improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We promote innovation, big and small, to make our business win and grow; and we believe in business as a force for good. Unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas and disrupt processes; use your energy to make this happen. Our brilliant business leaders and colleagues provide mentorship and inspiration, so you can be at your best. Every day, nine out of ten Indian households use our products to feel good, look good and get more out of life – giving us a unique opportunity to build a brighter future. Every individual here can bring their purpose to life through their work. Join us and you’ll be surrounded by inspiring leaders and supportive peers. Among them, you’ll channel your purpose, bring fresh ideas to the table, and simply be you. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we’ll work to help you become a better you. Unilever is looking for an experienced Corporate & Commercial transactions lawyer to join its North America legal team in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey . Who You Are and What You'll Do Reporting to the General Counsel of North America, the Senior Counsel, Corporate & Commercial Transactions, will partner with a dynamic group of legal colleagues across our business units and global corporate center. As the lead for the US market, this attorney will manage a broad range of corporate, commercial and real estate matters providing legal advice and transactional support to Customer Development, Procurement, Operations and Data & Analytics teams.
Draft, review and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts including service, supply, manufacturing, equipment finance, leases, consulting, construction, warehouse, distribution, vendor and sales agreements; digital and physical couponing and promotions, data purchase/license and related SaaS vehicles for data analytics ;
Work cross-functionally on projects throughout the procurement and operations organization, providing sound guidance and negotiating commercial deals as needed to meet critical business objectives;
Manage real estate transaction processes (acquisitions, dispositions) from inception to closing, including drafting and negotiation of transaction documents, legal due diligence, and management of outside counsel, as necessary;
Support the asset management team with lease administration, lease amendments and extensions;
Provide accurate, reasoned, and concise legal advice to business teams without undue reliance on outside counsel;
Work with functional partners and other legal team members in developing, improving, and implementing contracting guidelines, processes, and business training;
Stay abreast of relevant and emerging trends in the law.
What You'll Need to Succeed
Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
Admission in good standing to practice law in at least one U.S. state, and eligible to practice as in-house counsel in the State of New Jersey
6+ years of general corporate and transactional experience acquired in a law firm, with some in-house experience preferred.
Experience with Licensing & Sponsorship a plus
In-house experience in the CPG Industry a plus
Strong work ethic and “hands on” mentality, take ownership of work product
Strong oral communication, interpersonal, drafting and negotiation skills
Excellent business judgment and ability to assess legal risk while also thinking strategically and providing practical, business-oriented advice.
Commitment to continuous learning
High Energy Level.
Pay: The pay range for this position is $138,900 to $208,300. Unilever takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs.Bonus: This position is bonus eligible.Long-Term Incentive (LTI): This position is LTI eligible.Benefits: Unilever employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits. Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.Unilever is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive our business results and create a better future every day for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, credit check and DMV check. If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected] . Please note: This email is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses. Job Category: Legal, Legales, LégalJob Type: Legal CounselIndustry: UnileverExperiencedProfessionals