What are the responsibilities and job description for the In-House Counsel position at J & J Staffing Resources?
Job Title: Counsel
Location: Moorestown, NJ (on-site, full-time)
Compensation: $140,000-$145,000/yr plus 10% bonus
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Summary:
Our Client is seeking a versatile and highly skilled Corporate Counsel with a strong background in both complex commercial transactions and litigation. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, you will serve as a key legal advisor across all departments, including Commercial, Finance, and Environmental. You must be comfortable working with high autonomy, managing a diverse portfolio that ranges from PMPA franchise agreements and fuel supply logistics to representing the company in court.
Key Responsibilities
- Contract Negotiation: Independently draft, review, and negotiate complex agreements, including PMPA Franchise Agreements, real estate transactions, technology/software licensing, and fuel supply/distribution contracts.
- Litigation Management: Manage all stages of litigation (trial and appellate), including research, pleadings, discovery, depositions, and appearances in court or at arbitrations.
- Corporate Governance: Prepare board minutes, resolutions, and intercompany agreements while maintaining effective corporate governance policies.
- Compliance & Risk: Advise senior leadership on critical legal risks, insurance coverage, and privacy/information security initiatives.
- Departmental Support: Act as a legal partner to Commercial, Maintenance, and Finance teams to ensure timely responses to contractual and regulatory requests.
Qualifications
- Education: JD degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of combined experience as a litigator and in-house corporate counsel.
- Licensure: Active Bar admission in New York AND New Jersey is required. Must have the ability to waive into the Pennsylvania Bar within the first year of employment.
- Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of eDiscovery, intellectual property matters (cease and desist, subpoenas), and privacy compliance.
- Communication: Fluent in English with the ability to distill complex legal concepts for non-legal stakeholders.
- Software: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and advanced legal research tools.
Physical Requirements & Environment
- Ability to work in a professional office environment with a moderate noise level.
- Standard physical demands for an office role, including sitting, standing, and occasional lifting of up to 10 lbs.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Interested? Apply Now: https://www.jjstaff.com/apply-now/
For more information regarding this position or other opportunities contact J & J at: CherryHill@JJStaff.com or 856-751-5050
Why Join J & J?
J & J is a veteran founded and owned company honored by Forbes as one of the nation’s Best Professional Recruiting Firms.
Since 1972 J & J Staffing Resources has specialized in finding great jobs for great people. Every year we place thousands of candidates with thriving local companies. J & J works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download J & J’s Buzz app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Get Started at: www.JJStaff.com.
We Specialize in: Office, Skilled Industrial, Technical/IT, Healthcare, Legal, Accounting & Finance, Academic, Pharmaceutical, & Professional.
Salary : $140,000 - $145,000