Corporate Counsel

Benchmark Human Services•Fort Wayne, IN

26d•$123,000 - $146,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Corporate Counsel will work alongside the Chief Legal Officer to provide legal guidance and support to the organization on a wide variety of legal matters. This role will have primary responsibility for drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts, leases, and other legal documents. This role also involves ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, managing legal risks, and advising on corporate governance, contracts, and employment issues. Experience in contract, review, drafting and negotiation required. Experience in one or more of the following areas preferred: workers’ compensation, real estate law, labor law, Not-for-profit law. To make the most impact in this role, you will be working on-site at our Fort Wayne, Indiana headquarters, collaborating closely with the company’s senior leadership. We provide relocation assistance.

Requirements

J.D. degree from an accredited law school
Active member in good standing of a state bar of a state in which company operates.
4+ years of experience in corporate legal department or law firm.
Ability to work in corporate headquarters in Fort Wayne, IN preferred. Remote work may be considered but preference will be given to candidates who can work on-site
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 in legal research tools and software and Microsoft Office Suite.
High level of professionalism and ethical standards.

Nice To Haves

Experience in workers’ compensation, real estate law, labor law, Not-for-profit law.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibility for drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts, leases, and other legal documents.
Managing the contracting process including supervising contract specialist.
Providing legal advice and guidance to senior leadership and other company departments on a wide range of legal issues and business matters.
Conducting legal research and staying updated on changes in laws that may affect the company.
Developing and implementing 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.
Report any suspected, abuse, neglect or exploitation of individuals served to supervisor immediately.
Comply with all standards to assure the health and safety of all individuals.