Assistant Corporate Counsel – Transactions
About The Position
The Assistant Corporate Counsel – Transactions will join Expeditors' Corporate Legal Department and provide practical, business-focused legal support for the Company's global operations. Reporting to the Director, Global Legal Services and Global Data Protection Officer, this position advises on a broad range of commercial contracting, privacy, government contracting, and corporate governance matters. The role offers exposure to diverse legal issues affecting a publicly traded Fortune 500 company operating in more than 100 countries. Working closely with business leaders, operational teams, and colleagues throughout the Legal Department, the successful candidate will help the Company achieve its objectives while appropriately managing legal risk. While the primary focus will be supporting the Transactions Team, the role also provides opportunities to contribute to cross-functional initiatives and other legal practice areas as business needs require. Unique Aspects: The position offers a unique opportunity to provide critical in-house legal support on complex and unique contracts in the privacy and U.S. government contracting realms as the Company’s needs expand in these strategic areas. This position is not limited to contract drafting. It requires a lawyer who can serve as a trusted business partner, build relationships across the organization, communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, and provide practical advice in areas ranging from commercial transactions to privacy and government contracting. Subject matter expertise and technical legal skills are important; the ability to collaborate, exercise sound judgment, and influence positive outcomes is essential.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor, Bachelor of Laws, or equivalent degree.
- Licensed or authorized to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction and in good standing.
- Approximately 4 - 7 years of combined legal experience in a law firm, in-house legal department, government agency, judicial clerkship, and/or comparable legal environment.
- Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements.
- Experience working directly with business clients and stakeholders.
- Strong analytical, research, drafting, and negotiation skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Sound business judgment and the ability to balance legal risk with commercial objectives.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated ability to quickly learn unfamiliar legal, regulatory, and business subject matters and translate complex issues into practical, risk-based business advice.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities and adapt to changing business needs.
Nice To Haves
- Exposure to privacy, data protection, government contracting, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, or other complex regulated legal environments preferred.
- Experience supporting international business operations or addressing cross-border legal issues preferred.
- In-house experience supporting a multinational organization is beneficial but not required.
- Fluency in one or more foreign languages is an asset but not required.
Responsibilities
- Draft, review, revise, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements supporting Expeditors' global business.
- Support business development opportunities through review of customer requirements, RFPs, proposals, and related contractual documentation.
- Partner with sales, account management, product, finance, risk management, compliance, cybersecurity, and operational teams to provide practical legal guidance.
- Identify legal and commercial risks and develop practical, business-oriented solutions.
- Provide legal support on privacy and data protection matters, including contractual data protection requirements and cross-border data transfer issues.
- Review and advise on government, defense, and other regulated-industry contracts.
- Assist with corporate governance matters and related legal support activities
- Conduct legal research and develop practical guidance, templates, playbooks, and other resources that help business teams navigate legal requirements and manage risk effectively.
- Manage relationships with outside counsel and other legal service providers as appropriate.
- Contribute to Legal Department initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
- Provide effective cross-functional support inside and outside the Legal Department.
Benefits
- Paid Vacation (first year prorated based off month of hire then eligible for 15 days)
- Holidays (10); Flexible Days (2);
- Paid Sick Time (accrual rate of 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours paid)
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Coverage;
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave (additional eligibility criteria)
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)
- Commuter Benefit
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Learning & Development Program; Educational Assistance and Reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
