Provides comprehensive legal advice across multiple domains, including contracts, governance, intellectual property, and data privacy and security. Key responsibilities include efficiently managing contract review and counseling tasks, identifying potential risks and opportunities for the organization, and collaborating with clients to develop business‑oriented solutions that mitigate legal risks while maximizing opportunities. The Senior Counsel also oversees pre‑litigation intellectual property matters and implements and supports cost‑reduction strategies.Major ResponsibilitiesCONTRACTS : Manages, prepares and negotiates domestic medium‑to‑high‑risk contracts of varying complexity (including vendor services agreements, sponsorship agreements, connected services agreements, license agreements, IT hardware and software agreements, and the preparation of various forms for use by the business). Regularly provides strategic business counseling and advice to other lines of business and is capable of managing a high volume of contract requests.GOVERNANCE : Manages, prepares, and assists with various domestic and international medium‑to‑high‑risk governance issues of varying complexity (including preparing SOA committee and sub‑committee charters, drafting and maintaining committee minutes, assisting with Executive Committee reporting and preparation of annual Board/Shareholder reporting, licensing, etc.). Assists with the management of matters relating to SOA's organizational structure and governance (including state filings, corporate resolutions, bylaw amendments, etc.) and provides counsel on governance matters relating to Subaru of America, Inc.'s organizational structure and certain affiliates, including complex mergers, acquisitions, and internal restructurings.INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY : Manages pre‑litigation disputes related to trademark and other intellectual property issues and provides legal advice on trademark availability, protection, enforcement, and licensing.DATA PRIVACY AND SECURITY : Reviews contracts containing data privacy and security issues to ensure corporate compliance with applicable regulations and best practices as established by SOA's Data Privacy and Security attorney.Develops and provides training to business team clients on assorted legal topics as needed.Spots issues across multiple lines of business and identifies the requisite subject‑matter expert whose counsel is required.Provides professional and career development guidance to those in the Manager, Counsel role.Serves as backup to other practice areas as needed.Required Skills and Personal QualificationsJuris Doctorate from an ABA‑accredited law school; admission to the bar of at least one state and the New Jersey In‑House Bar.Intermediate to advanced knowledge in the subject areas of work concentration.Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong business judgment, agility, problem‑solving, analytical, organizational, and negotiating skills and a demonstrated ability to achieve results.Relevant experience with demonstrated success in an in‑house legal department, law firm, or government practice.Ability to manage complex issues in a cross‑cultural business environment.Team‑oriented with excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach, able to provide cross‑functional integration.Education / Certification / Experience RequirementsJuris Doctorate from an ABA‑accredited law school, admission to the bar of at least one state, and In‑House bar of New Jersey with at least 8 years of relevant experience.Work EnvironmentOffice Location: Camden, NJ (part of the Greater Philadelphia Area)Hybrid Role: Remote work 2 days per week after 90 days onboardingTravel Required: 5–15%CompensationThe recruiting base salary range for this full‑time position is $163,000–$200,000 per year. Pay within the range is determined by job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The role is bonus‑eligible with a target bonus percentage that enables additional earnings based on performance.Total Rewards & BenefitsMedical, Dental, and Vision plansPension, profit‑sharing, and 401(k) match offerings15 vacation days, 5 floating holidays, 5 sick days, and 9 company holidaysTuition reimbursement program: $15,000 yearly benefitVehicle discount programsLearning & DevelopmentProfessional growth and development opportunitiesDirect partnership with senior leadershipFormal mentorship programLinkedIn Learning license#J-18808-Ljbffr