What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Legal Counsel position at Jobleads-US?
Job Summary:
The Associate Counsel will provide legal support as a member of the Corporate Transactions team under the guidance of the Assistant General Counsel. This role involves coordinating and leading cross-functional corporate transactions, providing commercial contract support for Avient's two business segments, and supporting internal corporation transactions for global subsidiaries.
Main Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and lead cross-functional corporate transactions involving finance, accounting, tax, treasury, human resources, commercial, and operations teams
- Provide commercial contract support for Avient's two business segments: Color, Additives, and Inks and Specialty Engineered Materials
- Support internal corporation transactions, including dividends, cash repatriations, capital contributions, intercompany loans, and entity restructuring
- Analyze and summarize legal documents, make suggestions for alterations, and review, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts
- Identify potential legal risks, ensure contract compliance with laws, regulations, and company policies, and provide legal advice to internal stakeholders
- Support dispute resolution and contract enforcement as needed, research complex issues, and write memoranda
Requirements:
- 4 years of relevant experience at a law firm or in-house at a corporation
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
About Avient Corporation:
Avient integrates Environmental Health and Safety (EHS&S) into all aspects of its operations. The company provides specialized and sustainable material solutions that transform customer challenges into opportunities. Avient is committed to innovation, collaboration, employee development, and creating a supportive work environment where associates can grow and succeed while positively impacting the planet and communities served.
