Associate General Counsel, Sikich
The midpoint of the salary range for this role is $215,000
Technology-enabled professional services
Be an early applicant
Technology-enabled professional services
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
The midpoint of the salary range for this role is $215,000
1001+ employees
Company mission
To provide insights and transformative services to help strengthen every dimension of a business.
Role
Who you are
- Do you want to work with other skilled practitioners and serve clients in a way that makes a difference?
- Are you seeking a supportive environment backed by a deep and extensive set of skillsets?
- Are you ready to make an impact and be acknowledged for your contributions? If you answered yes to these questions, we see a mutually beneficial and gratifying relationship on the horizon!
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
- Must be admitted, active, and in good standing with the Illinois state bar or eligible for admission as Registered In-House Counsel
- Seven (7) plus years of corporate/transactional law firm or in-house experience (professional services organization experience preferred) and commercial contract negotiation; including drafting or reviewing complex engagement agreements, identifying relevant issues, e.g., liability limitations, indemnification, etc. and manage negotiation escalation and resolutions
- Substantive experience with litigation, arbitration, mediation, investigations, settlement; drafting, reviewing, negotiating, revising agreements; client advising
- Comprehensive knowledge of Federal Rules of Evidence, and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, preferred
- Experienced with handling privacy matters, preferred
- Demonstrated experience in managing complex legal issues and leading projects with cross-functional teams
- Expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, as well as handling mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts in a clear and business-oriented manner; confidently articulate and negotiate with sophisticated counterparties to defend company positions to achieve timely, successful outcomes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on business acumen and practical solutions; ability to contribute to the organization’s long-term goals by aligning legal strategy with business objectives
- Proficient at building strong relationships across all levels of the organization and working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
- Exceptional attention to detail, with strong organizational and time-management skills to manage multiple projects effectively
- Servant Leader – You are hyper focused on engaging employees, fostering their development, and building a positive culture
- Solutions Focused – You see opportunities in every business problem and can develop, articulate, and implement solutions
- Collaboration – You are a relationship builder across all levels of the organization and across all business units
- Instills Trust - You do what you say, and you follow through on commitments, you act with integrity, you are consistent and are perceived as credible
- Impact & Influence Thinking – You gain support for ideas, proposals, and solutions, and get others to act, with or without formal authority, to advance initiatives/objectives
What the job involves
- The position of Associate General Counsel (AGC) will be responsible for providing strategic and operational support to senior leadership across various legal matters
- The AGC will work closely with internal stakeholders, including executive management, and will be responsible for advising on complex legal issues, managing outside counsel, and helping to shape the company's legal strategy
- Provide high-quality, strategic legal advice to senior management on a range of legal issues such as corporate governance, regulatory compliance, employment, intellectual property, etc
- Identify and assess potential legal risks, providing proactive guidance to mitigate these risks while advancing business objectives
- Oversee the drafting, negotiation, and review of high-value and complex contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to ensure the company’s interests are protected
- Manage and oversee resolution of legal disputes, including contract disputes, employment matters, and intellectual property issues; work with outside counsel as necessary, to protect the company’s interests and achieve favorable outcomes
- Handle day-to-day issues such as responses to subpoenas, third-party demands, and ethics inquiries
- Assist in the company’s compliance efforts by ensuring adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards; provide training and guidance to internal teams to maintain compliance
- Assist in company governance matters, such as maintaining company records and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations
- Develop and implement legal policies, procedures, and best practices to improve efficiency and mitigate legal risks across the organization
- Provide leadership to junior attorneys and support staff within the legal department; foster a culture of professional growth and development
- Work cross-functionally with other departments, including Finance, HR, Operations, etc. to provide legal guidance on business initiatives, product launches, and company policies
- Oversee and manage relationships with outside counsel to ensure efficient and cost-effective service delivery
Our take
Sikich is a global firm specialising in technology-enabled professional services. Offering a vast variety of CPA services from audit and assurance to cybersecurity, its customer base has grown dramatically since founding in 1982 and it now hosts a diverse roster of clients.
Looking to consistently address it's clients business challenges and opportunities, the company has been recognised over the years, notably as a Best of the Best Firm by Inside Public Accounting. It has also has experienced significant revenue growth and completed several strategic acquisitions.
The recent addition of CLA's federal government practice to this roster strengthens Sikich's position in government services, and expands its footprint in critical markets such as Washington, DC. Looking forward, it is poised to continue its growth trajectory, leveraging its expertise and innovative approach to drive success for clients worldwide.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
Company
Company benefits
- Flexible work arrangements
- Health, dental, vision, life & accident/death/disability insurance options
- HSA employer contribution
- Nine (9) paid holidays annually
- A robust paid Parental Bonding Leave program covering birth, adoption and foster children
- 401(k) with employer contributions
- CPA bonus with four (4) paid exam days & four (4) paid study days
- Tuition reimbursement
- Generous employee referral bonus program
- Client referral bonus program
- Pet insurance
- FORCE – Sikich community volunteer program enabling each team member to use up to four hours of paid time annually to volunteer and make a difference in their local communities
Company HQ
Chicago Loop, Chicago, IL
Leadership
Christopher Geier
(CEO, not founder)Previously the Founder and CEO of GEI Capital & Advisor, and a Member of the Board Of Directors for Barrington 220 School District.
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