Overview
The Junior Legal Counsel provides legal support to the organization’s senior legal, executive and management teams, with a focus on contract review and compliance, employment law, and litigation support within a manufacturing environment. This position assists in ensuring that company operations, policies, and documentation comply with internal policies, applicable laws and regulations, while supporting senior legal leadership and coordinating with outside counsel as needed.
Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day legal support for business operations, with a focus on risk mitigation and compliance through contract review, negotiation, and monitoring.
- Assist in reviewing, drafting, and revising commercial agreements, including master supply agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and tax equity documents.
- Support the development and maintenance of standardized contract templates and document control processes.
- Monitor company operations and documentation to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
- Provide support and guidance on employment law matters, including employee relations documentation, disciplinary actions, terminations, and internal investigations.
- Assist with litigation processes, including document preparation, case organization, and coordination with outside counsel.
- Maintain and organize legal records and contracts in an accurate and accessible manner.
- Conduct legal research and prepare summaries, reports, and recommendations for internal stakeholders.
- Coordinate with external legal counsel and assist with information gathering and case support.
- Support corporate compliance initiatives, including policy development, updates, and internal communications.
- Complete any other tasks as assigned by management.
Required Education/Experience
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.
- Active license to practice law in the United States (Texas preferred).
- Minimum of 5 years of legal experience, with a focus on contract review, compliance, and employment law.
- Prior experience in a manufacturing, supply, or industrial environment required.
Competencies
- Strong knowledge of contract law, employment law, and compliance.
- Ability to identify legal risks and provide practical, business-oriented solutions.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
Work Environment
The work environment for the position includes enclosed offices.
Physical Demands
The physical demands of the position include sitting at a desk for extended periods of time; ability to speak and hear speech and other sounds; ability to enter text or data via keyboard into a computer.
ADA Statement
It is the policy of Imperial Star to comply with all relevant and applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Imperial Star will not discriminate against any qualified associate or job applicant with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person’s physical or mental disability. The Company supports the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities. If any employee believes that accommodation of a disability is necessary to perform the essential functions of a position, the employee must notify the Company of this in writing within a reasonable amount of time after the employee knows or reasonably should have known of the need for accommodation.
Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The equal employment opportunity policy of Imperial Star provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability, or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local law.
At-Will Statement
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment, and Imperial Star may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time.
