Counsel, Employment & Commercial

The Best Teams are Created and Maintained Here.Job SummaryCorporate Counsel – Employment & Commercial role provides commercial transaction, employment law, and litigation support for the company’s legal affairs. The role has particular emphasis on negotiating and reviewing contracts for mergers and acquisitions while providing day-to-day advice and counsel for the Company’s corporate functions (e.g., contracts, marketing, IT, procurement, data security, Intellectual Property) on litigation matters.Duties and Responsibilities:Draft, review, and revise various transactional documents (including NDAs)Assist on due diligence projects with a focus on M&A and private equity transactionsIdentify and relay issues for resolutionDraft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, reviewing and structuring service and equipment purchase agreements as neededProvide legal support for other general business operations, as neededProvide counsel for commercial disputes and litigation on matters arising out of BrightView’s operations, including M&AConduct research and perform task-based projects assignedRespond to subpoenas and correspondenceCounsel clients within the company regarding a broad set of issues and mattersPrimary legal department representative for matters relating to data security, do-not-call databases, etc.Bankruptcy claims Work closely with the Human Resources function at the Regional and Corporate levels on employment, labor law, and contract matters.Thoroughly understand BrightView’s structure, operations, and policies relevant to respective areas of responsibility, and a command of the Employment laws and regulations affecting the Company.Provide employment-related legal counseling, including but not limited to day-to-day employment and immigration-related advice and counsel.Support and manage litigation and administrative charge audits.Interpret laws and regulations and research key legal questions as needed. Education and Experience:Bachelor's degree & Juris Doctor (J.D.) degreeActive license to practice law in at least one U.S. state4-8 years of commercial law and employment law experience, which includes transactional; some litigation familiarity background is a plus. This may include relevant in-house and/or government experiencePrior experience as a transactional attorney (including experience with IT agreements) is valuedWorking knowledge of a broad legal landscape – commercial, IP, real estate, marketing, procurement agreements, and other business transactions; commercial disputesExperience in employment litigation, including preparation and review and/or preparation of pleadings, discovery, and motions.Ability to identify and address complex legal and business issues.Substantial employment law experience, including (but not limited to) Wage and Hour and Discrimination claims.Prior experience with administrative case management including negotiation with the EEOC or state EEO agencies.Excellent verbal and written communications skills.Practice in Pennsylvania (relocation may be considered)Excellent written/oral communications, organizational and interpersonal skillsStrong analytical skillsAcute attention to detail and ability to multi-task in an evolving corporate cultureInitiative with ability to act decisively, work independently, and exercise excellent judgmentComfortable creating structure in a fluid environmentM&A experience requiredPhysical Demands/Requirements:Constant operation of a computer and other office equipment, such as a laptop, a cell phone, and printers/copiersPosition is sedentary; must be able to remain in a stationary position for the majority of timeOperates in an office environment and requires in-person presence (5 days/ week)Ability to maintain, in your possession at all times, required medications to address any known allergic reactions should they occurWork Environment:Work is conducted in a professional office environment, with a collaborative and dynamic team setting and requires in-person presence.BrightView Landscapes, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.This job description is subject to change at any time.BrightView offers a suite or health, wellness, and financial benefits to full-time team members. Benefits offerings for full-time team members include medical, dental, and vision insurance, ancillary and voluntary products, a 401k savings plan with employer contributions, and 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year. Employees may also be eligible to receive paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and/or potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance. A detailed benefits package will be provided during the interview process.It’s Not Just a Team. It’s One BrightView.SummaryLocation: Blue Bell, PennsylvaniaType: Full time