Overview
Legal Counsel, Contracts Manager Jobs in Charlotte, NC at TalentBridge
Title: Legal Counsel, Contracts Manager
Company: TalentBridge
Location: Charlotte, NC
Legal Counsel
As Legal Counsel, you will be a critical part of the in-house legal team, responsible for overseeing commercial contract lifecycle management while minimizing organizational risk. You will support cross-functional stakeholders in contract negotiations, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and litigation support—ensuring business continuity and legal integrity.
Key Responsibilities
• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage commercial contracts through execution
• Act as primary contact for contract terms, issue resolution, and redline management
• Maintain contract database and ensure accurate storage in contract management systems
• Support compliance, governance, and litigation across business functions
• Drive improvements in legal operations, documentation, and risk mitigation
Minimum Qualifications
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active bar membership in a U.S. jurisdiction
• 3+ years’ experience in commercial contract law within corporate or manufacturing environments
• Proficiency in contract negotiation, legal software tools, and stakeholder engagement
Core Tools & Systems
Contract lifecycle management (CLM) platforms · DocuSign or digital signature tools · Microsoft Office Suite · SharePoint · Legal operations systems · Compliance tracking tools · RFP software · Redlining tools · Legal document repositories · ERP systems (SAP/Oracle)
Preferred Skills
• Experience with litigation and dispute resolution
• Background in consumer goods or manufacturing industries
• Familiarity with international contract law or cross-border transactions
Location
Charlotte, NC | Onsite
Compensation & Schedule
• Competitive
• Full-time, exempt
• W2
We are an equal opportunity employer and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.
