Corporate Counsel, Commercial & Marketing (10+ Years)

Job Description

Job Description

Corporate Counsel, Commercial & Marketing (10+ Years)

Lexington, KY | Full-Time | Hybrid (4 days in office preferred)

Own the legal function for major business channels and marketing, and build the contracting processes that help a commercial team scale.

In association with a reputable global manufacturer, Protem Legal is pleased to present a Corporate Counsel role covering commercial and marketing work.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• End-to-end ownership of assigned business segments
• Marketing, advertising and promotions work alongside commercial deals
• Lead contract lifecycle management strategy
• Manage and develop a direct report

About the Role

You'll be the primary legal owner for several North American business segments and their channel partners, structuring distribution, supply and partnership agreements. You'll also oversee marketing and advertising legal work, including sponsorships, promotions and sweepstakes, and drive the company's contract lifecycle management program.

What You'll Do

• Negotiate and structure distribution, supply and strategic partnership agreements
• Advise on distributor models and channel strategy
• Approve marketing campaigns, sponsorships, promotions and sweepstakes
• Set contracting standards, templates and governance
• Lead adoption of CLM tools and processes
• Coach a direct report and mentor junior team members

What We're Looking For

• J.D. and an active license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• 10–15 years of relevant legal experience
• Ability to manage complex commercial matters independently

Helpful Experience

• Advertising and promotions law experience
• CLM implementation experience

Work Environment

Based in Lexington in a hybrid arrangement. Local candidates able to work in office four days a week are preferred.

Compensation

Pay will be discussed during the interview process and is based on qualifications and experience.

How to Apply

If you want to own the legal side of the business you support, apply confidentially through Protem Legal. We'll contact you before anything is shared with the company.