What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate In-House Counsel - Entry Level position at Europastry?
Description
Do you want to join a growing company with a proven track record for success and growth? Europastry, a family business founded in Barcelona in 1987 by Pere Galles with locations worldwide! The bakery business is our passion and this is your opportunity to be a member of our team.
We are searching for a motivated & experienced Associate In-House Counsel
The In-House Associate Attorney will assist in providing comprehensive legal advice to the company, ensuring compliance with regulations, and mitigating risks. You will collaborate with various departments and play a key role in supporting legal strategies that protect and promote the company's interests. This is a great opportunity for a recent law graduate or junior attorney looking to build their career in corporate law.
Key Responsibilities :
- Legal Strategy : Assist in developing and implementing the company's legal strategy to align with business objectives.
- Contracts : Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts, including customer agreements, vendor contracts, and employment agreements.
- Risk Management : Identify potential legal risks and advise on strategies to mitigate them. Assist in implementing risk management practices.
- Compliance : Support the company's compliance with local, state, and federal laws, as well as industry regulations. Ensure the company operates in alignment with legal requirements.
- Training : Develop and deliver training programs on key legal topics to employees, ensuring awareness and understanding of relevant laws and policies.
- Communication : Act as a liaison between the company and external parties such as legal authorities, regulators, and other third parties. Work closely with senior management and other departments on legal matters.
- Outside Counsel : Assist in coordinating with external legal counsel for specialized matters or litigation, ensuring that the company's interests are well represented.
- Legal Proceedings : Represent the company in legal proceedings, hearings, and negotiations when needed, under the supervision of senior counsel.
- Budget Management : Support in the development and management of the legal department's budget.
Qualifications :
What can Europastry offer to you?