What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Counsel position at Jereh North America Group?
Job Summary:
We are seeking a motivated, meticulous and conscientious Corporate Counsel to join our growing legal team. The successful candidate will play a key supporting role in managing our contract review process and providing foundational legal support for various business operations. The legal council is a detail-oriented professional with solid experience in contract review who is eager to develop their skills and gain exposure to corporate, commercial and regulatory matters in a dynamic, international strategic environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough review, drafting, and analysis of a variety of contracts, including but not limited to non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), sales agreements, vendor contracts, and standard commercial terms.
- Assist in managing the contract lifecycle from initial request through negotiation, execution, and filing.
- Identify potential legal, compliance, and business risks within contractual documents and provide clear, concise summaries and recommendations.
- Support the maintenance and organization of the contract management system and legal files.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Meticulous attention to detail and a conscientious work ethic with a commitment to high-quality output.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain legal concepts clearly to non-legal colleagues.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- High degree of professional integrity and discretion.
Minimum Requirements:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law schoool.
- Admission to the bar in good standing in Texas.
- 10 years of relevant legal experience, with a demonstrated focus on contract review, analysis, drafting and negotiation.
Preferred Requirements:
- Familiarity with U.S. – China cross-border business iss
- ues.Mandarin Chinese language ability.
- Law firm or in-house experieence.
- Oil and Gas experience.
- Experience working with multicultural teams or international companies.