Corporate Counsel (Newport News VA or Atlanta GA)

Where do people love what they do, and being great at what they do?

At Swisslog, that’s where! Our teams are the heart of a world-leading Robotics company that’s harnessing the power of technology to shape the future of intralogistics. The result? We’re transforming performance and efficiency for customers across the globe, giving them the vital edge in their markets.

The Corporate Counsel Provides contract and legal support to warehouse automation company. Support includes, but is not limited to: contract review (comments, drafting and negotiating), legal research and writing, report preparation, presentation preparation, sales training, compliance consulting, corporate governance, insurance management, litigation management, lien and construction compliance and administration, bond administration, and general legal advisory services. This is an essential and key position within the legal department with high visibility to all facets of the organization.

Make an impact

• Review, advise, and negotiate contract terms daily with internal and external stakeholders to limit Swisslog liability, create clarity, preserve rights, and maximize efficiency.
• Advise regarding commercial compliance policies.
• Identify and analyze project risks and opportunities and educate project manager workforce on legal risk and risk mitigation in project sales, delivery, and customer support.
• Advise and mentor sales functions in the business,
• Review and standardize customer, vendor and other supply chain contracts as assigned by VP, Legal.
• Manage external counsel and e-discovery in litigation and litigation business strategy, as needed.
• Preserve Swisslog rights under contracts and ensure proper notices are provided. Educate workforce on development of evidence to support claims against project subcontractors and owners.
• Manages regional tasks related to liens, bonds, guarantees, and comfort letters.
• Manages legal reporting systems and works with legal staff on state specific licensing requirements.
• Assist with management of corporate governance.
• Develop training materials and courses.
• Manage insurance claims as necessary.
• Maintains a clean and professional appearance at all times and promotes a positive image of the Swisslog Organization.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with all levels of staff and management, and, as needed with client leadership and personnel. Understand and anticipate departmental needs and corporate matters; delivers high quality service and results.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.
  

What you need to succeed

Essential:

• Law Degree
• Law license in Virginia, Georgia, Ohio or one of 50 states with eligibility to be admitted in Virginia or Georgia
• Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, preferably in warehouse automation and construction.
• Excellence in English.
• Proficient Microsoft Office365 software skills.
• Comfortable working in technical engineering focused environment.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills including the ability to present and train
• Excellent time management and general organizational skills
• Experience supporting multiple levels of management
• Strong attention to detail, ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to work in an unsupervised environment
• Highly motivated self-starter

Desirable but not Essential:

• Corporate governance and reporting experience, intellectual property experience.
• Experience working in a corporate legal department, as a contract specialist, or similar function.
• Experience working in a construction and/or software related industry.
• Spanish language skills may be useful but are not necessary.
  

Our promise to you

Swisslog is a world of opportunity for people who can deliver a game changing mission: driving the future of intralogistics, by shaping an era of robotic and data-driven automated solutions that create exceptional customer value.

Join us on this journey and you’ll be part of a global enterprise that’s proud of its Swiss roots - and hugely excited by the worldwide opportunities open to everyone in the Swisslog family. So come and realize your potential, in a team that’s united by passion and driven by the OneSwisslog team spirit.

About Swisslog

Swisslog is shaping the future of intralogistics. As part of the KUKA Group, we work on the latest technologies that are reimagining the world of logistics. We’re a team of 2,900 experts from 50 countries, serving some of the world's largest and most exciting brands. Together, we’re implementing smart and innovative approaches - including flexible robot-based and data-driven automation solutions that are transforming the supply chain. So join our team and share your unique perspective.

Join the journey!

If you think a career with Swisslog could be what you are looking for, we´d love to hear from you.

We´re looking forward to receiving your application!

Note for United States job postings (EEO statement):
Swisslog is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.