Corporate Counsel

Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions - External•Durham, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions is seeking a Corporate Counsel to operate out of the corporate headquarters in Research Triangle Park, NC. This position reports directly to the Deputy General Counsel. The primary responsibilities include managing corporate governance for the company’s foreign subsidiaries, maintaining and advising employees about the company’s delegation of authority, and assisting with matters for the Finance, Treasury, and Tax departments. The role will also support operations in Latin America by drafting and negotiating contracts with customers and business partners and advising on local laws. The TGCS Legal Department consists of generalists who work collaboratively. Each lawyer supports multiple functional areas and senior executives, and they work together to solve problems and achieve company objectives. Responsibilities may include various contracts, employment matters, litigation management, international corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate Degree
3-5 years of legal experience.
Licensed to practice law in North Carolina
Ability to work well with others (clients and colleagues should seek their advice and follow it)
Ability to gather relevant facts, understand applicable law, and determine an appropriate course of action
Ability to analyze issues well
Ability to exercise sound judgment
Ability to provide practical advice
Ability to recognize and resolve problems
Recognition of when they should seek assistance from more senior lawyers
Ability to perform administrative responsibilities, including managing projects within a budget
Given the global responsibilities of the role, this person will need to be available via phone and email during off hours.
Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and to work collaboratively as part of a team in a busy, fast-paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Confidence in dealing with charismatic clients.

Nice To Haves

Corporate governance experience is highly preferred
Experience negotiating contracts

Responsibilities

Manage Subsidiary Governance (board meeting preparation, statutory filings, powers of attorney, etc)
Maintain the company’s Delegation of Authority and advise employees about it.
Draft and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, primarily related to the sale of technology products and the procurement of related services.
Assist the Deputy General Counsel with matters for the Procurement, Human Resources, Finance, Treasury, and Tax departments.
Respond to requests from auditors (internal and external)
Resolve adversarial matters
Perform other related duties as assigned