Assistant General Counsel

At DB Schenker, you are part of a global logistics network that connects the world. A network that allows you to shape your career by encouraging you to contribute and truly make a difference. With more than 76,000 colleagues worldwide, we welcome diversity and thrive on individual backgrounds, perspectives and skills. Together as one team, we are Here to move.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This role will primarily focus on contract review, drafting, negotiation, and providing general legal support across various business units. This person will have a strong foundation in corporate law, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including shipper/carrier and shipper/broker agreement, service contracts, NDAs, licensing agreements, and more
• Provide legal advice and support to internal stakeholders on contract terms, risk mitigation, and compliance
• Assist in the development and implementation of contract management processes and templates
• Conduct legal research and provide guidance on regulatory and compliance matters
• Support the General Counsel in managing legal issues related to corporate governance, employment, and litigation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including procurement, finance, operations, and HR
• Help ensure company policies and procedures comply with applicable laws and regulations
• Maintain organized records of contracts and legal documents
  
  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar
• 2–4 years of relevant legal experience
• Excellent analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• High level of integrity and professionalism
  
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with the Agiloft contract management system
• Familiarity with the U.S. D.O.T. regulations
• In-house legal experience preferred
  
  

Benefits:

• We offer a number of plans for a variety of health care services and supplies, including preventative care, inpatient and outpatient services and prescription drugs.
• The option for separate vision coverage for eye exams, frames, and contact lenses.
• The option for separate dental coverage to cover preventative major and basic dental services.
• The company offers a pre-tax 401(k) contribution plan with a company match.
• We offer direct deposit to all employees.
• On a calendar year basis, the Company pays all employees 6 major holidays, including New Year's Days, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.
  
  

DB Schenker provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.