Overview
Associate Corporate Counsel (Litigation and Servicing) Jobs in Phoenix, AZ at Upgrade
Description
The Assistant General Counsel will be responsible for working with General Counsel to provide oversight and leadership of all legal aspects of the business, including legal advice in support of strategic corporate initiatives and other complex transactions; directing the strategy and agenda of one or more functions within the Legal Department; drafting and negotiating a variety of agreements; assisting the General Counsel with managing internal and external legal resources.
Your Role:
Oversee legal department processes such as contract review and corporate records
Draft and negotiate various documents relating to a variety of transactions
Draft consulting agreements, confidentiality agreements, and vendor agreements
Provide legal advice, guidance and support to various internal business units on corporate transactions and contracting matters
Review and revise employee handbooks and other employer policies
Provide legal counsel and guidance on all aspects of federal and state employment laws and regulations
Ability to research and provide information on various legal issues
Liaise with outside counsel on litigation matters
Counsel executive team
Oversee and lead the work of their associates
Other tasks as assigned
Qualifications
Juris Doctor or LLB degree
Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
8+ years of experience in a corporate legal role
Knowledge and experience in auto finance is preferred
Litigation experience is a plus
Effective negotiation, communication and drafting skills
Proven ability to lead and execute all facets of complex transactions including preliminary advice, structuring, due diligence, negotiating, drafting, closing, integration and post closing conflict resolution, service agreements, sales contracts, purchase agreements and other agreements.
Experience in managing litigation matters and close interactions with outside counsel preferred
Excellent communication and presentation skills
High level of professionalism
Title: Associate Corporate Counsel (Litigation and Servicing)
Company: Upgrade
Location: Phoenix, AZ
