In House Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced In House Counsel to support a wide range of legal matters for the organization in Maryland Heights, Missouri. This position focuses on advising business stakeholders, preparing and reviewing commercial agreements, and helping the company operate within applicable legal and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage risk while supporting practical business objectives.

Responsibilities:
• Provide legal guidance on commercial matters and partner with internal teams to support day-to-day business operations.
• Prepare, review, and revise a variety of contracts to help protect company interests and align agreements with business goals.
• Lead contract discussions with customers, vendors, and other external parties to reach balanced and effective terms.
• Advise on corporate legal issues, including governance considerations and general business law matters.
• Support compliance efforts by interpreting legal obligations and recommending actions to address regulatory requirements.
• Assess legal and operational risk related to contracts, policies, and business activities, and propose practical mitigation strategies.
• Manage dispute-related matters by coordinating legal strategy, evaluating exposure, and supporting resolution efforts when conflicts arise.
• Provide counsel on employment-related legal issues and help ensure workplace practices are consistent with applicable laws.• Active license to practice law and ability to serve in an in-house legal capacity.
• Demonstrated experience handling commercial contracts, including drafting, review, and negotiation.
• Strong knowledge of corporate law, compliance, and regulatory obligations affecting business operations.
• Ability to identify legal risk and provide clear, business-oriented recommendations for risk reduction.
• Experience supporting dispute resolution matters, commercial litigation, or related legal proceedings.
• Working knowledge of employment law and its application within a corporate environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.