General Counsel

The General Counsel is responsible for translating the company’s vision into actionable legal strategies that support and protect the interests of the company and its portfolio businesses. This is a hands-on role requiring exceptional critical thinking about legal and operational challenges, coupled with the ability to exercise sound judgment in complex situations. We are seeking someone with a proven track record across multiple areas of law, including corporate governance, manufacturing law, distribution agreements, and labor law, while providing legal guidance and risk mitigation strategies.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic counsel on corporate governance, compliance, enterprise risk, litigation, M&A, financing, labor and employment, intellectual property, data privacy, and regulatory issues across all entities and operating businesses.
• Ensure legal perspectives are embedded in strategic planning, operations, and decision-making.
• Collaborate across functions—including Finance, HR, IT, Quality and Compliance, and Global Trade—to ensure comprehensive risk and legal coverage.
• Manage litigation, disputes, and investigations to protect the company’s assets, brand, and reputation.
• Create and oversee policies and practices to safeguard intellectual property, trade, cybersecurity, and data privacy.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts and agreements, including partnership agreements, vendor contracts, supplier contracts, service agreements, employment contracts, non-disclosure agreements, and non-compete clauses.
• Partner with external legal counsel as necessary and represent the company in legal proceedings.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and implement measures to safeguard the company’s interests.
• Serve as legal support on employment law matters, including employee relations, labor disputes, and compliance with employment regulations.
• Champion company values and culture by embedding integrity, compliance, and transparency into daily operations.
• Foster a culture of legal awareness across the organization through training and policy development.
• Stay abreast of legal trends in manufacturing, consumer goods, and wellness sectors to proactively support business growth.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and be licensed to practice law in New York State
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive legal experience, with at least 5 years in a senior in-house counsel role, in manufacturing, consumer products, or a related industry
• Proven track record as a General Counsel or senior legal executive, preferably within a private holding company or similar environment
• Extensive knowledge of corporate, commercial, and regulatory law
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strategic thinker with pragmatic business judgment and strong risk management instinct
• High ethical standards and professional integrity
• Collaborative “business partner” mentality with a low-ego, team-oriented approach

Annual salary starting at $300,000.

The disclosed salary range is commensurate with experience and does not reflect the total compensation package. Our associates have access to other valuable benefits that our Human Resources team is happy to share with candidates during the interview process.