Legal Counsel, U.S. Commercial Operations Job at Circle K (Charlotte)

Director, Legal Commercial Operations (U.S.) (Strategic Transactions)

Circle K's business engages in complex, high-stakes commercial relationships—all...

Location

United States of America , Charlotte

Salary:

Not provided

Circle K

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

JD or equivalent from an accredited institution and admission to at least one US state bar
10+ years of experience, with a minimum of 7 years leading teams and/or functions (in-house and law firm)
Deep experience negotiating complex, high-value agreements with major counterparties, large CPGs, suppliers, manufacturers, wholesalers/distributors, logistics companies, restaurant franchisors, technology companies, and enterprise customers
Proven ability to navigate ambiguity, balance risk and growth, and operate effectively in fast-moving, commercial environments
Experience in retail, consumer, or multi-site operating businesses strongly preferred
Demonstrated credibility with senior business leaders and executives
Pragmatic, business-oriented legal advisor with a strong risk-based mindset
Collaborative partner who can drive alignment across legal, finance, compliance, strategy, and operational teams
Deep knowledge of anti-trust and anti-corruption laws and compliance
Comfortable advising on a broad and shifting array of retail legal issues, including the enthusiasm to counsel on new and trending areas of law

Job Responsibility

Provide legal support for Operations and Commercial Optimization, Operational Excellence, Merchandise and Category Management, Food Service and Restaurants, Category Intelligence and Enablement, Technology, and Sourcing and Supply Chain functions
Lead legal support for a broad portfolio of sophisticated commercial agreements including, but not limited to, strategic alliances and joint ventures
key customer contracts
supply chain
private label sourcing, manufacturing and distribution
Structure, negotiate, and draft complex agreements that balance commercial objectives with legal and operational risk
Manage junior attorneys in their support of day-to-day contracting needs of the named functions
Develop contract templates, standards, and negotiation playbooks, as well as self-service tools
Design and provide relevant training to business stakeholders
Identify and mitigate FTC and state-level regulatory and antitrust risk related to pricing, competition, and trade practices, and other risks inherent in the subject matter areas

What we offer

Competitive Salary
Complete benefits packages (medical, dental, deferred compensation plan, employee stock plan, etc.)
People Perks which allows for great discounts on food and fuel
Vacation / PTO time
Work in a collaborative, dynamic and high performing team
Work for a leading, innovative, and growing company in convenience stores operations
Fortune 500 company and a 5-time Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Winner
Tuition reimbursement of $5,000 per year
Learning opportunities to develop new skills and to evolve professionally in a fast-growing company

Fulltime

Director, Legal Commercial Operations (U.S.) (Regulatory Focus)

Location

United States , Charlotte

Salary:

Not provided

Circle K

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

JD or equivalent from an accredited institution and admission to at least one US state bar
10+ years of experience, with a minimum of 7 years leading teams and/or functions (in-house and law firm)
Deep regulatory background in one or more of the following fields: energy/fuel, grocery or convenience retail, environmental compliance, or highly regulated consumer products
Demonstrated experience advising senior executives and influencing business decisions in complex regulatory environments
Strong judgment, executive presence, and the ability to operate independently at a senior level
Experience interfacing with regulators and managing audits and enforcement actions
Pragmatic, business‑oriented legal advisor with a strong risk‑based mindset
Collaborative partner who can drive alignment across legal, compliance, and operational teams
Comfortable advising on a broad and shifting array of retail legal issues, including the enthusiasm to counsel on new and trending areas of law and regulation
Ability to work comfortably while processes and systems are being established

Job Responsibility

Act as the strategic legal regulatory and compliance advisor to the Fuel, Environmental, Transportation, Merchandising, and Marketing business functions in their efforts to comply with regulatory requirements
Ensure the embedding of regulatory compliance considerations into contracts, operational processes, product launches, promotions, pricing strategies
Negotiate strategic agreements for Fuel, Environmental, and Transportation functions
Manage junior attorneys on their support of day-to-day contracting needs of the functions
Own regulatory interpretation and policy setting for the U.S. business
translate regulatory requirements into clear, actionable internal standards
Monitor regulatory developments and enforcement trends, including new and emerging regulatory areas
proactively brief leadership on emerging risks and opportunities
Lead regulatory incident response, investigations, and remediation efforts
Interface with regulators, inspectors, and enforcement agencies

What we offer

Competitive Salary
Complete benefits packages (medical, dental, deferred compensation plan, employee stock plan, etc.)
People Perks which allows for great discounts on food and fuel
Vacation / PTO time
Work in a collaborative, dynamic and high performing team
Work for a leading, innovative, and growing company in convenience stores operations
Fortune 500 company and a 5-time Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Winner
Tuition reimbursement of $5,000 per year
Learning opportunities to develop new skills and to evolve professionally in a fast-growing company

Fulltime

Senior Legal Counsel, Commercial

Tines is seeking a proactive, business oriented Senior Legal Counsel, Commercial...

Location

United States

Salary:

185000.00 - 200000.00 USD / Year

Tines

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

J.D. (or equivalent) and active U.S. bar membership in good standing
7+ years of post-qualification experience
Demonstrated experience across the software procurement lifecycle (SaaS and on-prem)
Proven experience negotiating complex technology and professional services contracts with commercial customers, as well as key channel, reseller, and strategic partner agreements
Strong commercial judgment with the ability to balance legal risk and business objectives
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal issues in plain language
Comfortable creating structure, improving processes, and operating independently in the unknown

Job Responsibility

Lead and Negotiate Commercial Transactions: Partner with internal stakeholders to manage commercial contracting across the full deal lifecycle
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements including SaaS subscription agreements, master services agreements (MSAs), professional services agreements, subcontracts, teaming agreements, and channel or reseller arrangements
Support both direct and indirect sales models across public and private sector opportunities
Partner with global Sales teams on enterprise commercial contracts, renewals, and complex customer negotiations
Develop and maintain templates, playbooks, and scalable contracting processes
Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Provide pragmatic legal advice on data protection, privacy, IP, and commercial contracting issues
Build strong, trust-based partnerships with internal stakeholders across go-to-market, security, finance, and product teams
Take ownership of complex, unstructured problems and design practical, business-aligned solutions
Contribute to the continued build-out of the in-house Legal function

What we offer

Competitive salary
Startup equity & extended exercise window
Matching retirement plans
Home office setup
Private healthcare plans
25 days annual leave
Extra company holidays
Generous parental leave programs
Flexibility in how and where you work
Phone and home Internet allowance

Fulltime

Corporate Counsel – Marketing, Operations, & Commercial Support

Location

United States , Bellevue; Overland Park; Herndon

Salary:

123200.00 - 222200.00 USD / Year

T-Mobile

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
Admission to, and good standing with, at least one U.S. state bar
2–4 years of experience as a practicing attorney, including experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal department
Strong legal research, drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise good judgment, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with internal business partners

Job Responsibility

Advising internal clients on legal issues related to consumer-facing products, experiences, initiatives, services, offers, and communications
Supporting a variety of internal client groups, for example: Marketing, Consumer, Business-to-Business, Go-to-Market, Communications, Product, and Digital teams
Providing legal counseling on a broad range of issues implicating consumer protection laws, advertising and marketing practices, contract interpretation, and regulatory compliance
Partnering with business stakeholders to assess legal risk and develop practical, creative solutions that align with business objectives
Developing a working knowledge of T-Mobile’s products, services, and business operations to effectively support internal clients
Collaborating with other members of the Legal team to ensure consistent, practical, high-quality legal advice
Exercising sound judgment and operating independently on day-to-day matters while escalating issues appropriately

What we offer

Annual stock grant
Employee stock purchase plan
401(k)
Free, year-round money coaches
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Up to 12 paid holidays

Fulltime

Real Estate Counsel, Transactions & Legal Operations

The Real Estate Counsel, Transactions & Legal Operations will support GBX Group ...

Location

United States , Cleveland, Ohio

Salary:

150000.00 - 200000.00 USD / Year

GBX Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school required
Admission to the bar of any U.S. jurisdiction required
Licensed to practice law in Ohio
7+ years of transactional legal experience in a law firm or in‑house legal department
Experience with real estate transactions required
Experience managing outside counsel and complex legal matters in a law firm or in-house environment strongly preferred
Strong drafting, analytical, problem‑solving, and negotiating skills
Ability to work collaboratively on cross‑functional teams
Strong initiative and ability to identify issues proactively
Commitment to continuous learning, including adoption and use of legal technology tools

Job Responsibility

Draft, review, and negotiate agreements – leveraging AI tools – supporting real estate acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, construction, property management, and financing transactions
Support title and survey review, zoning and land‑use diligence, environmental review coordination, and general real estate due diligence
Prepare summaries of leases, operating agreements, loan documents, and other materials using AI tools
Draft and negotiate commercial agreements for cross‑functional partners
Assist with legal structuring and documentation related to federal and state historic tax credits, Opportunity Zone investments, and other incentive‑based or public‑private financing structures
Provide practical, business focused legal advice to internal stakeholders
Serve as the primary point of contact for outside counsel across real estate and related legal matters
Evaluate incoming legal requests, assess scope and complexity, and determine whether matters should be handled internally or referred to outside counsel
Manage legal matters from intake through resolution
Oversee outside counsel performance

What we offer

Bonus eligibility

Fulltime

Commercial Real Estate Counsel / Commercial Real Estate Attorney

As a COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE COUNSEL / COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE ATTORNEY on our Ass...

Location

United States , Des Moines

Salary:

130000.00 USD / Year

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school with at least one U.S. state bar
2–3 years of experience in real estate transactions, leasing, or related areas
Resolve complex issues and provide practical business solutions
Motivated by service
Proficient in Excel & document management systems
Demonstrated ability to draft, review, and negotiate complex legal agreements
Knowledge of commercial real estate documentation, leasing structures, and asset management legal considerations
Ability to assess legal risk and provide practical guidance
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Job Responsibility

Draft, review, and negotiate a broad variety of agreements including new leases, amendments, terminations, estoppels, SNDAs, vendor contracts, as well as complex property documents like easements, CCRs, REAs, and service agreements
Manage, resolve tenant disputes, enforcement issues, cure notices, and post-closing documents such as assignments, consents, and transfers
Advise asset management teams on nuanced lease interpretations and enforcement strategies, while coordinating with property managers, brokers, third-party vendors, lenders, title companies, and surveyors
Support legal aspects of condemnation, easements, risk management, and compliance matters impacting diverse assets
Proactively identify and address legal risks, providing clear, business-aligned guidance across multiple teams
Maintain and improve internal legal files, templates, and contract databases, and participate in due diligence for hold-sell decisions
Conduct legal research on wide-ranging issues related to real estate operations, including permitted use, exclusivity, and geographic requirements

What we offer

Benefits package
Bonus
Medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance for contract/temporary professionals
401(k) plan for contract/temporary professionals

Fulltime

Legal Counsel - USA

Work with Storyblok’s dynamic legal team and play a vital role in our day-to-day...

Location

United States

Salary:

Not provided

Storyblok

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Law Degree and Bar Admission to at least one jurisdiction in the U.S.
3+ years of experience with a primary focus on drafting, redlining, and negotiating sales contracts. SaaS or fast-paced tech experience providing in-house support to enterprise sales teams is strongly preferred.
Prior negotiation experience with complex corporate agreements
Strong understanding of commercial contracting with deep expertise in sales contracts and legal processes
Broad and in-depth specialized knowledge of AMER legal framework plus some knowledge of EMEA and APAC topics would be preferred
Excellent English language skills
Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, with high attention to detail and the ability to manage a high volume of contracts under tight deadlines
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with internal stakeholders including sales, finance, HR, and product teams
Interested in learning fast and participating in a wide variety of legal projects
Skilled in providing concise legal advice to business teams

Job Responsibility

Draft, redline, negotiate, and own SaaS enterprise sales contracts as the primary focus of this role—including MSA, GTC/ToS, NDA, DPA, and other legal agreements—enabling the AMER sales team to close deals efficiently and with legal confidence
Advise on legal principles relating to data privacy, IP, information security, and corporate risk mitigation
Review and negotiate partnership agreements with our partners in AMER
Assist (globally) with review and negotiation of procurement and marketing contracts as needed
Be part of HR related projects & provide support for certain U.S. employment and labor law topics
Draft, review, and maintain company-wide policies in accordance with applicable legal requirements and organisational governance standards
Monitor and assess developments in applicable laws and regulations, advising the business on emerging legal risks and required adaptations to agreements, policies, or operational practices
Support in providing legal advice on new product initiatives & feature launches
Provide comprehensive legal training to different teams (e.g. prepare and structure the information for training)
Own the end-to-end delivery of cross-functional legal projects across multiple business regions, ensuring coherent alignment with applicable regulatory frameworks, local counsel, and key business stakeholders

What we offer

Monthly remote work stipend (home internet costs, electricity)
Home office equipment package right at the start (laptop, keyboard, monitor…)
Home office equipment upgrade (furniture, ear plugs …) or membership to a local co-working space after your onboarding
Sick leave benefit, parental leave and 25 days of annual leave plus your local national holidays
Personal development fund for courses, books, conferences, and material
VSOP (Virtual Stock Option Plan)
The annual international team-building trip, quarterly and monthly online get-togethers
flexible schedules

Fulltime

Commercial Counsel - Partnerships

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Counsel - Channel Partnerships & Allian...

Location

United States , New York

Salary:

Not provided

ElevenLabs

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

J.D. and active membership in at least one U.S. State Bar (NY preferred)
7+ years of relevant post-qualification legal experience (in-house experience in technology or SaaS strongly preferred)
Proven track record drafting and negotiating complex technology and partnership agreements—ISV, SI, reseller, channel, marketplace, OEM/embedded, and strategic alliance arrangements
Strong knowledge of enterprise software licensing, SaaS, data protection, and intellectual property
Experience designing and launching channel partner, reseller, or marketplace programs from the ground up
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills
Comfort in fast-paced environments with shifting priorities and tight deadlines

Job Responsibility

Own end-to-end legal strategy and execution for ElevenLabs’ partnership ecosystem, including ISV and platform integration agreements, systems integrator and consulting partnerships, channel partner programs, reseller and distribution arrangements, marketplace agreements, embedded and OEM-style arrangements, and strategic alliance structures
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, with a primary focus on Partnerships deals and enterprise customer contracts
Serve as the primary legal partner to ElevenLabs’ Partnerships team, providing strategic counsel that balances risk management with speed-to-market and aggressive growth objectives
Design, maintain, and continuously improve scalable partnership templates, playbooks, approval workflows, and contracting infrastructure that enable the business to evaluate and execute deals efficiently
Provide clear, pragmatic, and commercially focused legal advice to cross-functional teams, tailoring advice to enable responsible growth and innovation
Contribute to scaling the Legal Team’s commercial function, fostering a collaborative, solutions-oriented team culture
Build scalable legal infrastructure for global partner motions, including reseller frameworks, marketplace terms, partner program agreements, approval workflows, and operational playbooks

What we offer

Innovative culture
Growth paths
Learning & development (annual discretionary stipend)
Social travel (annual discretionary stipend)
Annual company offsite
Co-working (monthly co-working stipend)

Fulltime

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