Corporate Counsel

Chicago Regular MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable.
Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods.
External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.
If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, join us! YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE We are looking for a Corporate Counsel in 401 N Michigan Ave, Suite 1400, Chicago, IL 60611 USA.
Your mission will be to: Purpose (Objective): This position is responsible for providing key legal and compliance counsel to the company’s North American business operations as well as managing critical, high-visibility projects within the larger global organization by collaborating with a dynamic team and leveraging collective expertise.
Main activities: Commercial Contracts: Review, draft, negotiate, and/or provide counsel on a variety of commercial contracts, including master service agreements, standalone service agreements, statements of work, SaaS agreements, and non-disclosure agreements.
Build out playbooks, resources, and related guidelines to empower internal stakeholders.
Corporate Governance: Review, update, and/or maintain corporate governance documentation for North American entities, and other regions as needed, including formation documents, equity/capital share structure, corporate minutes, current listing of officers, directors, managers, and shareholder agreements; and manage and coordinate all annual and other corporate registrations and filings for North America, and other regions as needed.
Compliance: Draft and update various compliance policies, provide strategic advice on evolving regulatory landscape in areas such as data privacy, lead trainings on compliance initiatives, and manage the company’s document retention policy.
Mergers and Acquisitions: Support the company’s business development in acquisition and divestiture transactions through the provision of strategic assessments, legal due diligence, and post-close integration support.
Insurance: Assist in the procurement and management of the company’s North American commercial property and casualty insurance programs by compiling information for the company’s annual renewal, managing claims, and educating the business on insurance coverages.
Project Work: Collaborate with various groups throughout the global organization, including finance, tax, quality, operations, purchasing and sales, to develop policies, ensure compliance, and improve the quality of the company’s services.
Communication: Internal Interlocutors: Frequent contact with personnel within regional and global business units is required to obtain and provide legal information.
External Interlocutors: Contact with customers, vendors, law firms and others that may be in a contractual relationships with the Company is necessary.
Occasional contact with government officials may be required by this position.
YOUR PROFILE Knowledge: Profile: This position requires strong knowledge of contract law and legal processes, and a minimum of two years of applicable experience as a practicing attorney.
The incumbent must have a JD and be in good standing with the Illinois or another state bar.
Required skills: Strong written and oral communication skills are necessary to provide clear communication in complex situations.
The individual must be detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills and be able to manage multiple transactions in a fast-paced and fluid environment.
The ability to work independently (with minimal direction and supervision) and take initiative are crucial.
Management: This position receives general direction from the Associate General Counsel of North America and assists the Associate General Counsel of North America in providing guidance to the other members of the legal team, including from time to time, legal interns.
The supervision includes prioritizing tasks, reviewing work, and acting as a mentor for the interns.
Work Environment: This position works in an office environment in which surroundings are usually comfortable and pleasant.
The usual work hours are 40 hours a week; however, longer hours are often required when working on special projects.
Early morning or late evening meetings may be necessary to accommodate global participants.
The position can expect light travel to other company locations or to meet with external business partners.
Manual dexterity is necessary to operate a computer and the person in this position can expect extended time spent in a sitting position.
WHY JOIN US? Because you would contribute to an inspiring Public Health purpose, supported by long-term and visionary shareholders.
Because you would have an impact on our strategic pillars that build on 50 years of experience and expertise.
Because you would be part of a community of an enthusiastic and skilled group of people who love co-building together and serving a purpose bigger than them.
Because you would be welcome as you are, in a diverse and open-minded environment that is rich in our singularities and differences.
Because you would grow in an international group of more than 8200 fantastic team members, with plenty of opportunities to learn and share.
Ready for the journey?