Corporate Counsel

Color Street and Innovative Cosmetic Concepts•Totowa, NJ

About The Position

At Color Street and Innovative Cosmetic Concepts, we believe one brilliant idea can change everything. Our revolutionary, patented, real nail polish strips and ever-expanding line of premium beauty products empower beauty lovers around the globe and inspire our community of Independent Stylists to express themselves in full color! The Corporate Counsel / General Counsel will serve as the primary legal advisor to the company, providing practical, business-oriented legal guidance across commercial contracts, corporate governance, risk management, and regulatory matters. This role partners closely with executive leadership, operations, sales, and finance to support the company’s growth while mitigating legal exposure in a fast paced environment.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
5+ years of relevant legal experience, preferably within manufacturing, industrial, or supply-chain-driven organizations.
Strong experience in commercial contract drafting, negotiation, and contract lifecycle management.
Ability to operate independently as the primary legal resource for the organization.
Experience with intellectual property matters (trademarks, copyrights; patents a plus).
Exposure to real estate and facilities-related legal matters.
Prior in-house counsel experience.

Nice To Haves

Korean language proficiency (spoken and written) strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Drafting and reviewing corporate contracts, agreements, and legal documents, while maintaining standards and templates to support scalability
Providing legal advice on corporate governance and regulatory compliance
Advising on legal risks and liabilities associated with various business deals
Representing the company in legal proceedings, including court cases and arbitration
Ensuring compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and standards
Overseeing internal policies and ensuring they adhere to legal guidelines in conjunction with department leaders.
Liaising with outside legal counsel on complex matters
Collaborating with other departments to provide legal insights on business strategies
Staying updated on changes in laws and regulations that may impact the company
Handling intellectual property issues, including patents and trademarks
Processing Real Estate transactions, including review of purchase and sale agreements
Developing and implementing legal strategies to protect the company's interests