General Counsel

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General Counsel
Duties: Serves as the chief legal officer for the company. Ensures that company operates within the law at all times, offer counsel on a variety of legal issues, serve as an effective guardian of the organization, facilitates business development, and manages outside counsel. Management and mitigation of the impact of external factors to limit risk exposure is critical for this position. Oversight of environmental and HR departments and manages a number of projects for other departments. Responsible for oversight of corporate governance and advice regarding the prudence of defending lawsuits and prosecuting. Drafts commercial, employment, confidentiality, and vendor contracts, manages patents and trademarks, and drafts and preserves business records such as minutes of meetings and resolutions. To ensure success the General Counsel will have sound knowledge and understanding of applicable laws and regulations, and the ability to make prudent legal decisions. Being a team player with outstanding advocacy and people skills is a must for this position. Accomplishes this through a respectful, constructive and energetic style, guided by Core Values, strategic objectives and Servant Leadership. Serve as a member of the management team. Represents the highest standard of professional conduct when interacting with suppliers and customers. Adopts culture and core values. Supervise HR Manager. Ensure compliance with regulatory matters. Engage in legal review of disciplinary matters; coach on investigations and actions. Participate in wage and bonus review (globally). Oversee engagement of advisors and brokers, including review and negotiation of terms of engagement. Direct and consult on insurance and 401K matters and engagements. Direct audits and engagement with state agencies. General employee consultation as required regarding personnel matters. Assist with problem solving as issues arise. Direct outside legal counsel. Assist UK and Indonesian HR Managers with non-routine issues. Engage with BOLI as required. Draft and review policies. Draft and review job descriptions. Provide expert and strategic legal advice to management. Evaluate and weigh multiple inputs and impacts of any decision or course of action. Anticipate issues and estimate risks strategically. Base decision-making processes on ethics and integrity. Create associations of trust and respect with key stakeholders. Establish credibility throughout the organization in order to be an effective listener and problem solver of people issues. Direct US Environmental department regarding regulatory compliance and special projects. Engage consultants as required (environmental audit, safety compliance, groundwater consultants). Direct outside counsel. Engage with EPA, ODEQ and OROSHA regarding inspections, compliance, and any violation issue that arises. Consult with safety manager regarding SAIF, compliance, and priorities. Work with team to develop proactive measures regarding EHS programs. Lead compliance work regarding new legislation. Monitor permit compliance matters. Review and assist with preparation of applications. Assist with UK environmental compliance matters - review and comment on reports and interface with EA as necessary. Lead REACH authorization process including providing compliance direction for monitoring programs and engagement of advisors. Direct supervision of US Environmental Manager. Direct UK groundwater program. Monitor monthly solvent consumption at US and UK plants. Draft and review contracts, including sales, supply, purchase, NDAs, Material Analysis, licenses, government grants, general T&Cs, etc. Monitor patent application process. Participate in annual Audit as required (e.g. legal audit letters, interviews, provision of minutes and contracts). Develop, implement, and consult on compliance programs (e.g. FCPA, GDPR, UK Anti-Slavery, etc.). Monitor for law changes in US, UK, Singapore and Indonesia. Direct Corp Secretary activities in the US, Singapore and Indonesia. Interact with Sales team regarding training and compliance issues. Assist with import/export issues. Direct outside counsel. Work closing with CFO regarding the intersection of financial and legal matters. Negotiate contracts. Develop relationships with critical business partners. Draft board minutes. Direct local, state and federal lobbying activities. Assist with standardization activities. Set internal governance policies and manage the impact of external factors. Identify proactive solutions that will eliminate or mitigate risks. Attract, develop, direct, motivate and drive performance from team. Participate in strategic planning and execution to enhance profitability, productivity and efficiency throughout the company’s operations. Collaborate with the management team to develop and implement plans for the operational infrastructure of systems, processes, and personnel designed to accommodate growth objectives. Foster a success-oriented, accountable environment within the company.. Deal with complex, significant matters that cut across legal and related areas. Provides advice and counsel on employee matters, company and governmental rules, regulations, and procedures, and need for compliance. Develops and maintains proper business relationship with all stakeholders. Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations. Direct and lead legal diligence. Review and draft agreements. Assist with positive PR opportunities. Manager Videographer regarding social media and community engagement. Direct training video projects. Assist with Website development. Direct relationship with outside PR consultants. Participate in trade associations (OBI & OMC). Engage with local chambers of commerce and elected officials.

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