Legal Counsel / In-House Attorney- bilingual Korean
Cesna Recruitment•Teaneck, NJ
About The Position
We are seeking a detail-oriented and business-minded In-House Legal Counsel to support our U.S. operations. This role will be based at our U.S. headquarters (a New York corporation located in New Jersey) and will manage a wide range of legal and compliance matters across our U.S. and Canadian operations, working closely with internal business teams and HQ in Korea to manage legal risks and ensure compliance with U.S. and international laws relevant to global trade and commerce.
Requirements
- Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (J.D. degree from an accredited U.S. law school preferred)
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant legal experience in a law firm or in-house legal department
- Strong understanding of U.S. regulatory requirements (customs, trade, corporate law)
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work cross-functionally and across time zones with HQ in Korea
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in Korean and English preferred (not required, but highly advantageous)
- Experience in the international trade, commercial transactions, corporate compliance or logistics sectors
- Previous in-house experience with a Korean or global trading company
Responsibilities
- Legal Advisory & Compliance
- Contract Review & Negotiation
- Dispute Resolution & Risk Management
- Corporate & Governance Matters
- Regional Office Support
- Bilingual Support & HQ Coordination (Preferred)
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance
- 401K
- PTO
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
