Corporate Counsel (Experienced Level Professional)

Corporate Counsel (Experienced Level Professional)

Michelin is hiring!

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THE OPPORTUNITY
Michelin North America, Inc. has an opening for Corporate Counsel with a transactional and commercial law focus who will provide legal advice and guidance to internal business clients, as well as assess and implement strategies to proactively reduce legal risks. The ideal candidate will learn details of business operations and associated business strategies and apply their legal skills and experience to support achievement of business objectives while minimizing legal risk and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Commitment to excellence and the ability to deal tactfully and professionally with all levels of internal and external partners, company management and external legal counsel are qualities that will drive success in this role. This role is in a fast-paced environment and will require that you be able to handle multiple tasks and rapidly prioritize same based upon dynamic and evolving needs. 

This opportunity is at our corporate headquarters in Greenville, SC.  Greenville is situated just about halfway between Charlotte, North Carolina and Atlanta, Georgia. Greenville's friendly, thriving downtown and surrounding areas are full of year-round activities for all ages. From one-of-a-kind shops, boutiques and art galleries to museums, tours, and many outdoor activities.  This campus features a cafeteria, credit union, trademark store and health center.  Our 1,400 corporate employees take pride in thinking globally to support the diverse US and Canadian workforce while also acting locally to uplift and improve our local upstate communities. We are driven to be the employer of choice for people looking for a career with respect and purpose. Come join our team!

WHAT WILL YOU DO
•    Work closely with internal business teams to negotiate and draft commercial contracts.
•    Perform and/or handle all levels of legal research and analysis in conjunction with development of business strategies and policies affecting suppliers, customers and/or end users of Michelin products and services.
•    Report to senior Law Department and company management on important issues and topics.
•    Develop, implement, and maintain internal systems that promote effective, relevant and efficient legal services to internal business partners.
•    Provide legal advice and training to employees within the company on commercial and/or compliance topics.

WHAT WILL YOU BRING
•    Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited institution. Admission to and good standing in any state bar or DC bar.
•    5+ years’ experience with transactional and/or commercial legal work.
o    Specific experience with antitrust law and/or complex M&A transactions a plus. 
•    Proven success cultivating strong client and business partner relationships. 
•    Specific experience analyzing legal implications of various corporate, compliance, commercial and/or contractual matters, and a strong ability to identify legal issues and provide advice and counsel on same.
•    Excellent drafting and contract negotiation skills.
•    Ability to work in transverse team settings, drive legal strategies, and appropriately communicate information and advice logically and effectively.
•    Ability to prioritize a busy and diverse workload, proactively identify and assess potential legal issues, and seek external input when appropriate.  
•    Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office® Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ability to learn other software systems.
 

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As the leading mobility company, we work with tires, around tires and beyond tires to enable Motion for Life. Dedicated to enhancing our clients’ mobility and sustainability, Michelin designs and distributes the most suitable tires, services and solutions for our customers’ needs. Michelin provides digital services, maps and guides to help enrich trips and travels and make them unique experiences. Bringing our expertise to new markets, we invest in high-technology materials, 3D printing and hydrogen, to serve a wide a variety of industries—from aerospace to biotech. Headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, Michelin North America has approximately 23,000 employees and operates 34 production facilities in the United States and Canada.

MICHELIN® tires have been ranked the #1 Tire Brand across major categories and segments by industry experts and consumers alike. For nearly three decades we’ve been recognized for our achievements in Customer Satisfaction, Performance, Durability, Technology and Innovation.

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