What are the responsibilities and job description for the In-House Corporate Counsel position at Fuyao Glass Corporation of America?
OVERVIEW :
Fuyao Glass America Inc. (FGA) is searching for an experienced corporate counsel to join its growing in-house team in the Dayton, Ohio area. Fuyao is a worldwide industry leader in the manufacture and distribution of automotive safety glass. FGA’s state-of-the-art 2.1 million square foot facility in Moraine, Ohio employs more than 2,000 workers.
Job Summary：
1. Provide legal advice to leadership, functional departments to ensure compliance and minimize risk
2. Negotiate commercial contracts
3. Manage litigation
EXPERIENCE :
The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of litigation experience at a midsized or large law firm, corporation, or government agency. A broad range of experience is preferred, but experience with manufacturing industries and employment and commercial litigation as well as working in a diverse background is particularly relevant.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :
The candidate will report to and assist FGA’s senior legal team members in the management of litigation, HR matters, agency / administrative issues, contract review, and a variety of other day-to-day legal matters.
Job Functions :
- Prepare and review contracts. Work with functional departments to understand background and critical issues
- Prepare and review contracts such as NDAs, joint development agreements and purchase and sales agreements with 3rd parties
- Provide legal advice. Conduct legal research per the request of functional departments and senior management. Identify high risk areas, conduct general
- legal research and provide legal advice to management to minimize risk
- Manage Litigation. Manage company's involvements in all litigation
- Outside Counsel Management. Engage and manage outside counsels when necessary
- Other duties as assigned
- Nothing in the Position Description restricts management's right to assign or re-assign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time
REQUIREMENTS :
Ability to identify and resolve legal issues and communicate effectively to all levels of the organization. Outstanding legal and business judgment; ability to assess and anticipate risks. Strong work ethic and ability to work independently and in collaboration with other legal team members and stakeholders.
COMPENSATION : Competitive and commensurate with experience.
All Qualified candidates should provide (1) a recent writing sample, (2) CV, and (3) cover letter addressing your qualifications, start date, and salary expectations.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Fuyao Glass America Inc., Core Foundation Competencies including Ethics, Integrity, Values & Trust. Fuyao Glass America Inc. is An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Fuyao Glass America, Inc. is a Drug-Free Workplace.
