What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant General Counsel position at Winnebago?
Do you want to join a growing and innovative organization? Winnebago Industries is seeking an Assistant General Counsel based at our Eden Prairie, MN location. The Assistant General Counsel will play a critical part for the legal department by working closely with leadership and the Winnebago Industries legal team to deliver full scope legal support that is aligned with the company’s strategic business goals and objectives.Day to Day of the Role : Provide strategic legal counsel regarding opportunities and risks on a variety of growth initiatives including corporate transactions, mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, equity investments, financing arrangements and other complex transactional and corporate matters.Advising senior management and the Board of Directors on a range of issues, including strategic transactions, corporate governance and US securities matters.Work closely with business teams to support management of employment matters.Serve as an accountable, strategic business partner to business leaders, providing actionable advice that can be swiftly incorporated into risk-based, commercial decisions.Assist in the development of processes / procedures, tools, resources and capabilities; support continuous improvement of the legal department’s standard work, knowledge management and processes.Perform special projects and support continuous improvement of legal department standard work, knowledge management and process.Monitor and improve controls and procedures to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.When appropriate, identify and effectively manage external legal firms with a value-conscious approach.Travel to other Winnebago Industries locations will be required.Education & Experience : Law degree and license to practice law.JD from an ABA-approved law school and active member in good standing of the bar.Minimum of 7 years of corporate experience in law firm or corporate legal department.Proven experience in successfully managing outside counsel on complex corporate transactions.Strong working knowledge of U.S. Securities laws, reporting requirements and corporate governance working on behalf of a publicly traded company.Strong academic credentials.Experience working in a complex, matrixed environment.By fostering innovation, igniting growth, promoting well-being and connecting with purpose, we cultivate the passion and pride that make both work and play extraordinary. Greatness is in your NATURE.This posting includes a range of the salary across a geographical market. The base pay for this position ranges from $180,000 / year in our lowest geographic market up to $230,000 / year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Dependent on the position other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits. For more information, please visit https : / / www.winnebagoind.com / careers / total-rewards .#J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary : $180,000 - $230,000
