Assistant General Counsel Antitrust and Commercial

Dow Jones • New York, NY

416d • $210,000 - $255,000

About The Position

The Assistant General Counsel - Antitrust and Commercial role at Dow Jones focuses on providing legal expertise in antitrust matters and supporting commercial teams in various contractual issues. This position is integral to ensuring compliance with antitrust laws and regulations while also facilitating the legal aspects of commercial agreements across Dow Jones' B2C businesses. The role involves collaboration with internal stakeholders and external counsel, emphasizing a commitment to ethics and professional responsibility.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the bar.
• At least 5 years of relevant legal experience, with at least 3 years antitrust experience, preferably in a corporate or law firm environment.
• Experience implementing antitrust compliance policies and training programs.
• Interest in handling commercial contracts and negotiations.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A dedication to ethics and professional responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on antitrust matters, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and commercial partnerships.
• Conduct antitrust risk assessments and support antitrust compliance programs.
• Represent the company in antitrust investigations and coordinate with external counsel as needed.
• Monitor and analyze changes in antitrust laws and regulations, both in and outside the United States, and advise on their implications for the company.
• Create training materials and conduct antitrust training for Dow Jones legal and business partners.
• Work with Dow Jones' experienced commercial legal team to develop skills in drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, service contracts, and partnership agreements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure contracts meet business needs and legal requirements.
• Provide legal guidance on contract-related matters and support contract lifecycle management.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans
• Comprehensive Insurance Plans
• Lifestyle programs & Wellness Resources
• Education Benefits
• Family Care Benefits & Caregiving Support
• Commuter Transit Program
• Subscription Discounts
• Employee Referral Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree