Corporate Counsel

HP Hood•Lynnfield, MA

8d•$165,000 - $185,000•Onsite

About The Position

Corporate Counsel will work within HP Hood’s Law Department at its Corporate Headquarters in Lynnfield, Massachusetts, consulting and collaborating with business units. The attorney will advise on advertising, marketing, promotions, product claims, and labeling for Hood’s brands; draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements; and advise on commercial transactions and compliance matters. The role also provides legal support to cross-functional projects based on business needs. It is suited to a practical, business-minded lawyer who can work independently in a fast-moving environment.

Requirements

Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
At least 8 years of relevant experience, ideally in both law firm and in-house roles.
Licensed and in good standing to practice law in Massachusetts.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across business teams.
Expertise in advertising and marketing law and significant experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
Ability to evaluate claim substantiation and translate legal requirements into practical guidance for marketing teams.
Expertise in general contracts law.
Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
Strong commercial judgment and ability to identify, prioritize, and communicate legal risk.
Strong communication and analytical skills.
Ability to set priorities, act efficiently, and respond to competing demands.

Nice To Haves

Experience in some combination of advertising, data privacy, or information security.
Experience with food labeling, FDA regulatory matters, data privacy, or information security.

Responsibilities

Advise on advertising, marketing, promotions, product claims, labeling, and related regulatory compliance matters.
Review consumer-facing materials across traditional, digital, social media, influencer, and e-commerce channels; assess legal risk; and provide practical guidance to business stakeholders.
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, including NDAs, purchasing, professional services, sponsorship, licensing, SaaS, and technology agreements.
Provide legal support and advice regarding corporate matters and transactions.
Manage projects involving legal compliance matters such as data privacy.
Work with senior management and employees at all levels of the organization.
Provide legal support on general corporate matters and perform additional legal and cross-functional projects based on business needs.