General Counsel / Chief Legal Officer (CLO)
- Japanese bilingual preferred but not required.
Atlanta, GA
Division: corporate legal department
Classification: Exempt
Salary: DOE
- Hybrid work arrangements are possible.
The company is a leading Japanese enterprise in its industry.
They are seeking an experienced and strategic General Counsel (GC) or Chief Legal Officer (CLO) to oversee and manage all legal matters for the company. As a key member of the executive leadership team, the GC/CLO will be responsible for providing high-level legal advice, guidance, and direction to the business, while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the company’s legal department, providing counsel to senior leadership on a broad range of complex corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters.
- Advise on corporate governance, risk management, and strategic partnerships.
- Oversee all legal aspects of corporate transactions, including negotiating, drafting, and reviewing contracts and agreements.
- Serve as the company’s primary legal representative in dealings with external counsel, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with corporate policies, industry regulations, and legal requirements in all jurisdictions where the company operates.
- Develop and implement corporate legal strategies that align with business objectives and mitigate legal risks.
- Lead internal investigations, dispute resolution, and litigation management.
- Provide guidance on employee-related legal matters, including employment law, labor relations, and executive compensation.
- Manage and mentor a team of legal professionals and support staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
- Report to the VP of Administration and the Board of Directors, providing regular updates on legal and regulatory developments, risks, and opportunities.
Qualifications
- Japanese bilingual skills are preferred but not required.
- J.D. (Juris Doctor) from an accredited law school, and admission to practice law in the U.S.
- Minimum of 10-15 years of legal experience.
- Extensive experience in corporate law, securities, compliance, and governance.
- Proven ability to advise C-suite executives and board members on strategic legal matters.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong leadership abilities, with experience managing a legal team and working cross-functionally within an organization.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while managing multiple priorities.
- In-depth knowledge of industry-specific regulations and legal trends in the manufacturing sector.
ONEPOWER Consulting LLC is an Atlanta-based executive search firm. Our consultation services are informed by years of accumulated recruiting experience and knowledge across a variety of fields and industries. Our expertise is in working with professionals of a niche field or with specialized experience, as well as those who are Japanese-English bilingual. While our current client base consists mostly of foreign-invested manufacturing companies, ONEPOWER is working hard to expand and diversify its existing network. With our head office in Duluth, Georgia, ONEPOWER strives to introduce the best talent to excellent companies nationwide.
ONEPOWER Consulting LLC is an Atlanta-based executive search firm. Our consultation services are informed by years of accumulated recruiting experience and knowledge across a variety of fields and industries. Our expertise is in working with professionals of a niche field or with specialized experience, as well as those who are Japanese-English bilingual. While our current client base consists mostly of foreign-invested manufacturing companies, ONEPOWER is working hard to expand and diversify its existing network. With our head office in Duluth, Georgia, ONEPOWER strives to introduce the best talent to excellent companies nationwide.