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What do a cell phone in your pocket, a spaceship, and an electric vehicle have in common?

Ellsworth Adhesives specs in materials for each of those products!

Ellsworth Corporation, a global, industry-leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and an adhesive manufacturer, currently has an Associate Counsel opportunity at Ellsworth Adhesives. The hiring team is open to hiring across Associate to Senior level based on your experience and expertise.

Are you passionate about legal matters and how you can help your corporation navigate them? Are you excited about a chance to build out processes? Come and join our team at Ellsworth!

You will report to the General Counsel & Corporate Secretary and support the Corporate Services Departments and other Departments by assisting with a variety of corporate legal matters, including governance, contracts, and compliance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in preparing and maintaining corporate governance documents, including resolutions, charters, and meeting materials for the Board of Directors
• Supports the drafting and review of corporate agreements and policies, including compensation and benefits related documents
• Supports the management of legal entity records and assists with filings, registrations, and applications to maintain compliance across jurisdictions
• Participates in the review and drafting of contracts for Finance, HR, IT, Marketing, and other functions, including Non-Disclosure Agreements, professional services agreements, and data processing agreements
• Contributes to real estate and facilities by supporting lease reviews, contract preparation, and transaction documentation
• Other related duties assigned

PERKS & BENEFITS

As an industry leader, we offer a competitive wage, bonus plan, and a comprehensive benefit package which includes Health, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Flexible Spending, 401(k), Employee Assistance, Paid Time Off and Holidays, Wellness Program, Social Events, Community Involvement and much more! Click Here for a summary of Employee Benefits.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1+ years of related legal experience. In-house legal experience as a corporate attorney at a chemical, technology, or aerospace company preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree and Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted, active, and in good standing with the State Bar of Wisconsin (or with another state bar and registered, or eligible to register, as in-house counsel with the State Bar of Wisconsin).
• Citizenship (ITAR - International Traffic in Arms Regulations).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to exercise sound and practical business judgment.
• Able to apply risk-based thinking while multitasking and working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to establish strong relationships with all levels of management and leaders to influence with or without direct authority.
• Demonstrated ability to earn respect through communication, professionalism, and presence.
• Occasional travel for work and/or training in North America.

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