Corporate Lead In-House Counsel (EM7194)

Why join Samsung SDS?

Samsung SDS plays a leading role in the global logistics market with unique logistics services. With its innovative IT technology, SDS developed the integrated logistics solution called “Cello” in 2010, started its logistics business in 2012 and expanded its logistics business with Business Process Outsourcing.

Smart Logistics Division tech-driven innovators shaping the future of global supply chain solutions. Our logistics platform Cello blends cutting-edge IT with real-world logistics, offering smarter, faster, and more reliable services to our clients around the world.

To learn more about Samsung SDS America, Inc. please visit www.CelloLogistics.com.

The Corporate Legal Counsel serves as the Company's primary in-house legal advisor, providing strategic legal guidance to executive leadership while supporting all aspects of the organization's legal, regulatory, and compliance functions. This role partners closely with business leaders to facilitate business growth while minimizing legal and commercial risks.

The successful candidate will lead complex commercial communications, negotiate high-value customer and vendor agreements, oversee litigation and outside counsel, ensure regulatory compliance, and establish best-in-class legal governance across the organization. The ideal candidate combines exceptional legal expertise with strong business acumen and the ability to provide practical, solution-oriented advice in a fast-paced logistics and supply chain environment.

As the legal function continues to grow, this individual will be expected to build, lead, and mentor the internal legal team.

Responsibilities:

Legal Strategy & Corporate Governance

• Develop and execute the Company's legal strategy aligned with business objectives and long-term growth.
• Serve as a trusted legal advisor to executive leadership on strategic initiatives, operational matters, and corporate governance.
• Identify legal risks across the organization and implement proactive risk mitigation strategies.
• Review legal policies, procedures, and governance frameworks to support scalable business operations.
• Manage corporate records, entity governance, state registrations, licenses, and legal documentation.

 Commercial Contracts

• Provide practical legal guidance throughout the contract lifecycle while balancing legal risk with business objectives.
• Develop and maintain standard contract templates and contract management processes.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage complex commercial agreements, including:
• Customer Service Agreements
• Transportation Agreements
• Warehousing Agreements
• Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Agreements
• Freight Forwarding Agreements
• Carrier Agreements
• Vendor and Procurement Contracts
• Technology and SaaS (Software, Cloud-hosted software) Agreements
• Confidentiality Agreements (NDA)
• Real Estate Leases
• Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
• Master Service Agreements (MSA)

Regulatory Compliance

• Monitor regulatory developments and proactively communicate business impacts.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations affecting the logistics and transportation industry.
• Advise business leaders regarding:
• Transportation regulations
• HazMat, DOT and RCRA compliance
• Customs and international trade matters
• Import/Export regulations
• Supply chain compliance
• Data privacy
• Employment laws
• Corporate governance Company Intranet (G-CPMS)

 Litigation & Dispute Resolution

• Manage litigation, arbitration, claims, and regulatory investigations.
• Direct and supervise outside counsel while controlling legal expenses.
• Develop litigation strategies that align with business priorities.
• Resolve commercial disputes through negotiation and alternative dispute resolution whenever appropriate.
• Draft, review, and negotiate the full range of legal documents relating to various claims
• Internal communication with relevant stakeholders and external communication with insurance brokers, carriers, third-party administrators, legal counsel, etc.
• Serve as the Company's subject matter expert by interpreting and advising on applicab