Senior Counsel

The Senior Counsel will support and assist Assistant General Counsel with day-to-day legal work in support of the Catalyst Brand business.

• Provide legal and strategic advice and counsel to internal clients and legal colleagues on a range of employment issues, including, compensation and benefits, performance management, reorganizations, accommodations and leaves of absence, wage and hour law, contingent workforce, and ethics issues.
• Assist with legal research and strategy regarding employment litigation, in support of the litigation team members. Handle attorney demand letters, administrative charges, and oversee outside counsel on same, where applicable.
• Drive and support on cross-functional projects to improve our employment policies and practices to ensure compliance with business objectives and federal, state and local laws.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, partnership agreements, BAAs, and confidentiality agreements.
• Review and update contract templates and user terms in light of legal developments and the evolution of the company’s operations.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including finance, procurement, privacy and security and operations, to support business objectives through effective vendor contract review and management.
• Review advertising and promotional materials across all forms of content to monitor for marketing and regulatory issues.
• Proactively identify and assess potential legal and/or reputational risk in support of business partners and recommend practical, creative solutions that balance legal risk with business impact.
• Assist on overall transition from Penney Op Co to Catalyst Brands; additional generalist legal responsibilities

Core Competencies & Accomplishments:

• At least 3-5 years of relevant experience

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Salary : $126,750 - $195,000