Deputy General Counsel - Iowa

Ruan Transportation Management Systems•Des Moines, IA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Deputy General Counsel works on site at Ruan Campus in downtown Des Moines, Iowa. In close working relationship with the VP & General Counsel, this role provides strategic and tactical legal advice and supports its implementation across the company. The Deputy General Counsel oversees and manages litigation through outside counsel and performs or oversees complex legal work, including business transactions, preparation and negotiation of critical contracts, risk management, and regulatory compliance. The position may serve as the VP & General Counsel’s delegate.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
Admission to practice law in Iowa.
At least 10 years of experience managing complex legal activities, including contracts, litigation, and general corporate business activities.
Ability to perform and oversee the work of other attorneys in a corporate setting.
Experience working on corporate governance matters and supporting an executive leadership team.
Ability to direct legal strategy and manage complex litigation.
Ability to commit to Ruan’s value statement by acting with integrity in everything done.
Ability to meet behavioral expectations and perform in alignment with the guiding principles of safety, people, customer, performance, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Participate in corporate governance matters and the definition and development of corporate policies, procedures, and programs, and provide continuing counsel and guidance on general legal matters.
Oversee company litigation, including managing outside counsel, monitoring legal spend, evaluating exposures, and conducting negotiations.
Advise and partner with senior leaders to define settlement strategies when warranted; represent the company at mediations, hearings, and trials as needed.
Serve as a key attorney and advisor on major business transactions and contractual relationships.
Conduct research and provide legal opinions to senior leaders, proactively monitor developments in relevant law, and advise the company accordingly.
Advise on legal aspects of the company’s financing and risk management.
Oversee corporate counsel or other members of the legal staff as assigned by the VP & General Counsel.
Ensure company regulatory compliance.
Perform other job-related duties and special projects as required.