Location
North Carolina
City
Greensboro
Role Type
Permanent
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ITG Brands is the third-largest tobacco company in the USA with offerings of some of the most well-known cigarette, cigar, and e-vapor brands. As a member of the globally recognized Imperial Brands PLC family, we are a forward-thinking partner with operational integrity.
ITG Brands is committed to putting consumers at the center of what we do, while creating an innovative workplace where inclusion, creativity, and bold thinking drive progress. This empowers us to bring our true selves to work, to collaborate more effectively through showing our passion and being confident to bring new ideas to the table.
We are not afraid to seize opportunities and make things happen – both individually and collaboratively. We strive to exceed expectations by seeing things differently and doing things differently. This truly is a place where we all share a challenger mindset which drives our success.
What You Will Do
Provide comprehensive legal support with a primary focus on corporate governance, legal operations, and litigation management. This role partners closely with attorneys, internal stakeholders, and outside counsel to ensure effective governance practices, efficient legal processes, and strong litigation support.
(This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary by the Company)
Corporate Secretary & Governance Support
Support corporate governance activities, including board and committee meeting coordination, preparation of agendas, minutes, resolutions, and materials
Maintain corporate records, minute books, and entity management databases in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
Assist with entity formation, qualifications, annual filings, and corporate record maintenance
Ensure compliance with corporate governance policies and records retention requirements
Litigation Management
Coordinate and support litigation matters, including tracking case status, deadlines, and key deliverables
Partner with outside counsel on discovery, document collection, and production processes
Maintain litigation files, reports, and summaries for internal stakeholders
Prepare monthly litigation reports on case status and billing Legal Operations
Manage legal billing operations, including invoice review, compliance with billing guidelines, adherence to agreed budgets, and vendor communications
Open, track, and maintain legal matters across the department.
Maintain and optimize legal systems, databases, and workflows (e.g., matter management, document management)
Track and report on legal spend, accruals, metrics, and performance insights
Drive process improvements to increase efficiency, consistency, and transparency across legal activities
Partner with attorneys and corporate compliance team to implement compliance initiatives, monitor program activities, and ensure timely completion of required actions.
General Legal Support
Manage administrative duties for legal department, including scheduling and calendar management to track key corporate and litigation deadlines
Support preparation of executive presentations and reporting materials
Coordinate internal and external communications related to legal matters
Draft, review, and coordinate contracts and agreements (e.g., vendor agreements, NDAs, SOWs) for attorney review
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Qualifications
- REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies with 3+ years related corporate governance, legal operations, and/or litigation or High School Diploma / GED with 7 years paralegal/legal assistant/legal operations experience
Must be 21 years of age or older
Knowledge of:
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, & PowerPoint) and Microsoft Teams & SharePoint
Experience using any legal billing software a plus
Skilled in:
Verbal and written communication
Organization
Attention to detail
Problem/situation analysis
Effective time and task management
Multitasking capabilities
Positive collaboration
Flexibility and adaptability
Ability to:
Plan, organize, prioritize, and manage projects or programs
Influence others to accept practices and approaches
Maintain effective working relationships
Demonstrate critical thinking
Work with diverse populations and varying education levels
Receive and communicate information orally and in writing
Prioritize assignments, workload, and manage time accordingly
Work Environment and Physical Demand
Requires light physical effort. Occasionally lifts or moves light objects (under 10 lbs.).
Walks, sits, or stands for prolonged periods.
Requires prolonged machine operation including computer and keyboard equipment as well as use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.
What We Offer
- Competitive benefits package that includes medical/dental/vision/life insurance/disability plans
- Dollar for dollar 401k match up to 6% and 5% annual company contribution
- 15 Company-paid holidays
- Generous paid time off
- Employee recognition and discount programs
- Education assistance
- Employee referral bonus program
- Hybrid workplace – remote / in office
- Summer hours
- Casual dress policy Monday through Friday
Annual Base Salary Range: $57936.00 - $72420.00
Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity. This role may also be eligible for annual bonus or incentive compensation.
Applicant Information
This job description describes the essential functions of the job at the time the job description was created, but it is not an exhaustive list of tasks, duties and responsibilities. In addition, the position may evolve or change over time and such changes may not be reflected in the job description until it is next updated.
Everyone Belongs
ITG Brands and ITG Cigars provides equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you have a concern about discrimination in the application or hiring process or you need an accommodation based on religion, disability or pregnancy in the application or hiring process, please contact us at
[email protected].
