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Senior Counsel

Gotion
Posted January 24, 2025

Manteno, Illinois

Electric Vehicles

$200,000 - $250,000

Full Time

Job Description

The Senior Counsel at Gotion Inc. will provide strategic legal support across various practice areas, including contracts, employment law, real estate, and compliance, in a fast-paced manufacturing environment focused on renewable energy and electric vehicle technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including vendor, supplier, and customer contracts.
  • Advise on employment matters, including policies, compliance, and employee relations.
  • Oversee real estate matters, including lease agreements and property acquisitions.
  • Develop and maintain compliance policies and procedures related to laws and regulations.
  • Identify legal risks and provide strategic counsel to mitigate exposure.
  • Support corporate governance initiatives, including maintaining corporate records and regulatory filings.
  • Partner with business units to provide legal guidance on projects and operational needs.
  • Manage and oversee disputes, claims, or litigation matters.

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Active bar membership in at least one U.S. state, with the ability to practice in Illinois or obtain Illinois in-house counsel registration.
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant legal experience in a law firm or in-house counsel role, preferably in a manufacturing, energy, or high-growth environment.
  • Strong expertise in drafting and negotiating contracts and a solid understanding of employment law and property-related legal issues.
  • Proven ability to handle multiple priorities and provide practical, business-focused legal advice in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage external counsel effectively and efficiently.
  • Excellent communication skills with a business-level to near native-level fluency in English written and oral.

Benefits

  • Compensation/salary range: $200k - $250k, plus eligibility for bonus and benefits
  • Work schedule: Full-time
  • Work environment perks: Opportunities in a fast-growing, entrepreneurial environment
  • Any additional benefits: Equal opportunity employer, fostering a diverse workforce and culture of inclusion

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