Corporate Counsel

Jack Link's Protein Snacks

Location
Minnesota-Minneapolis
Description
<div id="jobDescriptionText" class="jobsearch-jobDescriptionText" dir="ltr"><div> Company Description <p><br> When it comes to being wild, we know a thing or two. We're not afraid of trying something new or the hard work it takes to make it happen. It's in our DNA. We've turned a family recipe into a new snacking category. And the wilderness into the #1 meat snack brand in America, that's still proudly family owned and operated.</p> <p> We're a company built by innovators, and are driven to not only satisfy your hunger, but to also feed your journey – whether that journey is on the road, on the run, at the campground, at the playground, in the office or in the moment. It’s a journey we share with you. It’s the journey forward of our people, of our communities, of our category…with a reverence for quality and an irreverence for the status quo.</p> <p> At Jack Link's Protein Snacks, we see every moment of every day as an opportunity to move forward, to forge new ground. To realize our vision of becoming the World’s #1 Protein Snacking Company. We never give up. You never give up. Together, we keep going. Are you wild enough to join us?</p> <p> Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack brand in America. Family-owned and operated with headquarters in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s Protein Snacks also has a large corporate hub in Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. The company’s house of brands is made up of over 4,000 passionate team members, across 11 countries, who share an uncompromising commitment to delivering awesome products and feeding the journey of those who move things forward. The Jack Link’s Protein Snacks portfolio of brands includes, Jack Link’s, Lorissa’s Kitchen, Wild River, Golden Island, Matador, BiFi and Peperami.</p> </div> <br> <div> Job Description <p><br> Jack Link’s is looking for another lawyer! We are growing our team and are looking for a fun, high-energy attorney with an interest in engaging in a breadth of legal areas and a passion for creative legal problem solving. As Corporate Counsel, you will partner closely with our awesome business leaders and will have the opportunity to gain exposure to exciting areas of our business. We are a fast-paced company looking for an exceptional lawyer who is down-to-earth and who has a great sense of humor. We make real products and need real people!</p> <p> The position will report to the General Counsel and will lead cross-functional teams with responsibility in various areas, including labor and employment, marketing, compliance, commercial contracts, and international law. This position will have broad exposure to the business and will generally support the company’s fast-paced growth by engaging with Marketing, HR, and Sales teams to facilitate the company’s ongoing success.</p> <p> We are looking for a team player and someone looking to make an immediate impact, who loves to translate legal concepts into practical, business-oriented solutions.</p> <p><b> Principal Responsibilities</b></p> <ul> <li> Provide general support to the Sales and Marketing teams, leveraging your experience to tackle ad hoc legal issues of great importance to the company</li> <li> Provide labor and employment advice and services to business leaders and HR</li> <li> Champion employment related documents, policies, and processes</li> <li> Manage various litigation matters involving the company, including employment and commercial disputes</li> <li> Provide strategic direction and management of company compliance issues</li> <li> Assist in corporate governance issues and corporate policy development</li> <li> Assist in managing the Company’s brand portfolio and enforcement activities</li> <li> Manage outside counsel, including international counsel, as required</li> </ul> </div> <br> <div> Qualifications <p><b><br> Education And Experience Requirements</b></p> <ul> <li> Law degree from a competitive, accredited university</li> <li> 3-8 years in a law firm or corporate legal environment</li> <li> Previous in-house or Am Law 100 law firm experience strongly preferred</li> <li> An interest in organization building, legal process development, and corporate strategy</li> </ul> <br> Additional Information <p><b><br> Equal Employment Opportunity Employer</b><br> Jack Link's is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.</p> <p> All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.</p> </div></div>
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Practice Areas
Corporate, Labor & Employment
Experience
3 to 8 years
Employer Type
In-House