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Junior In-House Counsel

Staffmark Group
Rockaway, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 1/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/31/2025
Job Title: Junior In-House Counsel
Location: Rockaway, NJ
Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Overview:
A global leading company in the consumer electronics industry is seeking a highly motivated and skilled In-House Counsel. The Junior In-House Counsel provides legal support and assistance to various departments within the company.
Assists in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the company's legal and compliance programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Legal Research & Analysis:
*Conduct in-depth legal research on a wide range of legal and regulatory issues impacting the company's business, including:
oAntitrust and Competition Law: Analyze market dynamics, competitor behavior, and potential antitrust risks associated with mergers and acquisitions, pricing strategies, and other business activities.
oConsumer Protection Laws: Research and analyze federal and state consumer protection laws, including the FTC Act, state consumer protection statutes, and advertising regulations. Advise on compliance with regulations related to deceptive or unfair trade practices, product safety, and data security.
oData Privacy and Cybersecurity Laws: Stay abreast of evolving data privacy laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, state privacy laws) and cybersecurity regulations (e.g., NIST Cybersecurity Framework). Conduct risk assessments and advise on data protection measures, incident response protocols, and compliance with applicable regulations.
oIntellectual Property Law: Conduct research on trademark, copyright, patent, and trade secret law. Assist in identifying, protecting, and enforcing the company's intellectual property rights.
oContract Law: Research and analyze contract law principles applicable to various types of agreements, including licensing agreements, service agreements, and distribution agreements.
oEnvironmental Regulations: Research and analyze environmental laws and regulations, including those related to waste disposal, emissions, and environmental impact assessments. Advise on compliance with environmental permits and regulations.
Contract Management & Review:
*Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts, including:
oVendor agreements (e.g., service contracts, supply agreements)
oCustomer agreements (e.g., sales contracts, licensing agreements)
oEmployment agreements (e.g., offer letters, employee handbooks)
oConfidentiality agreements
oNon-disclosure agreements
oIntellectual property licenses
oLeases
oJoint venture agreements
*Maintain and update contract databases, ensuring timely execution, compliance, and renewals.
*Assist in the management of contract disputes and claims.
Compliance:
*Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of company-wide compliance programs.
*Monitor and analyze changes in relevant legislation and regulations.
*Conduct internal compliance audits and investigations.
*Advise on compliance risks and develop mitigation strategies.
*Provide training and guidance to employees on compliance matters, including data privacy, cybersecurity, anti-corruption, and other relevant areas.
Litigation Support:
*Assist in the management and support of litigation matters, including:
oGathering and organizing relevant documents (e.g., emails, contracts, financial records)
oAssisting with discovery requests (e.g., drafting interrogatories, responding to requests for production)
oScheduling and attending depositions and court hearings
oPreparing legal documents for court filings (e.g., pleadings, motions)
oAssisting in the development of litigation strategies.
Other:
*Assist in projects related to internal investigations, due diligence reviews, and corporate governance matters.
*Maintain legal files and databases.
*Schedule meetings and appointments.
*Prepare presentations and reports for internal and external audiences.
*Provide general legal support to other departments within the company.


Qualifications:
* Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
* 1-3 years of relevant legal experience, in-house or at a law firm.
* Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Strong organizational and time-management skills.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
* Experience with legal research databases (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis) strongly preferred.

The base pay range above represents the low and high end of the base compensation range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual base compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, actual experience, and job performance. This job posting is not a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee.

The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for our employees. Based on the details of your position, we provide a variety of benefits to our employees, including medical, dental, and vision plans, pre-tax savings plans, pre-tax parking and commuter plans, supplemental health and welfare plans, a retirement savings plan, an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and paid holidays. Other rewards may include short-term incentives and paid time off.


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About Staffmark

Staffmark is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, mental and physical disability, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, military or veteran status or other non-merit based factors. We will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the application, interviewing and employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, contact your local branch. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer. This policy is applicable to all phases of the employment relationship, including hiring, transfers, promotions, training, terminations, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.

All employees are directed to familiarize themselves with this policy and to act in accordance with it. All decisions with respect to employment matters and other phases of employer-temporary employee relationships will be in keeping with this policy and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.


Staffmark Group is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, mental and physical disability, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, military or veteran status or other non-merit based factors. We will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the application, interviewing and employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, contact us. Pro Staff is an E-Verify employer. This policy is applicable to all phases of the employment relationship, including hiring, transfers, promotions, training, terminations, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.

All employees are directed to familiarize themselves with this policy and to act in accordance with it. All decisions with respect to employment matters and other phases of employer-temporary employee relationships will be in keeping with this policy and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.

 

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