Corporate Counsel

Benchmark Human Services-IN•Fort Wayne, IN

26d•Onsite

About The Position

Benchmark Human Services is seeking a Corporate Counsel to work alongside the Chief Legal Officer, providing legal guidance and support across a wide range of matters. The role has primary responsibility for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, leases, and other legal documents, as well as managing the contracting process and supervising a contract specialist. The Corporate Counsel will advise senior leadership and company departments, help ensure compliance with laws and regulations, manage legal risks, and provide counsel on corporate governance, contracts, employment issues, and actual or anticipated litigation. The position is based at Benchmark’s headquarters in Fort Wayne, Indiana, where the successful candidate will collaborate closely with senior leadership. Remote work may be considered, though on-site candidates are preferred. Relocation assistance is available. Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter with their application; it may also be emailed to Lindsey Lee at [email protected].

Requirements

J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
Active membership in good standing of a state bar in a state where the company operates.
At least 4 years of experience in a corporate legal department or law firm.
Strong background or skills in corporate and contract law.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Strong legal drafting and documentation skills.
Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide sound legal advice.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Attention to detail and a meticulous approach to work.
Proficiency with legal research tools and software and the Microsoft Office Suite.
High level of professionalism and ethical standards.

Nice To Haves

Experience in workers’ compensation, real estate law, labor law, or not-for-profit law.
Ability to work at the corporate headquarters in Fort Wayne, Indiana; remote work may be considered, but on-site candidates are preferred.

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, leases, and other legal documents.
Manage the contracting process, including supervising a contract specialist.
Provide legal advice and guidance to senior leadership and other company departments on legal issues and business matters.
Conduct legal research and stay updated on changes in laws that may affect the company.
Develop and implement legal strategies to protect the company’s interests.
Provide legal counsel on issues arising from actual or anticipated lawsuits.
Coordinate with external legal counsel as needed.
Conduct and coordinate research into legal matters as needed.
Represent the company in various legal proceedings.
Prepare legal documents as necessary.
Immediately report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of individuals served to a supervisor.
Comply with standards intended to assure the health and safety of all individuals.