General Counsel

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

Ellsworth Adhesives specs in materials in each of those products!

Ellsworth Corporation, a global, industry leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and adhesive manufacturer currently has a General Counsel opportunity at Ellsworth Adhesives located in Germantown, WI.

Are you a seasoned legal professional passionate about leading all global aspects of the company’s legal affairs? Come join our growing team as General Counsel!

Ellsworth Corporation is a family-run company that has had continuous growth for over 45 years. We are an industry-leading global distributor, manufacturer, and packager of adhesives used by cell phone, medical device, space/aerospace, and electric vehicle industries! Click here to see our state-of-the-art facility and distribution center and learn more about our business, and here to find out more about the industries we serve, and here to learn about our consumer and manufacturing divisions.

RESPONSIBILITIES (Below are some of your main responsibilities):

• Plans and directs all aspects globally for the company’s legal affairs and ensures all business policies and activities are managed correctly and in compliance with current laws
• Reviews changes to law and regulations and advises leadership about any impact to the business
• Provides guidance and counsel to leadership on business transactions and initiatives
• Oversees the preparation and review of filings, applications, registrations and other legal documents
• Assists or represents the company in business negotiations, including merger and acquisitions
• Leads the company and all businesses globally in all litigation matters, including defense and prosecution
• Ensures that all company communications, contracts, documents, filings and press releases comply with legal policy and procedures
• Oversees real estate lease negotiations
• Provides oversight of regulatory compliance for industry standards such as AS9120, ISO certifications, etc.
• Develops strategic legal guidance to support the company's global operations: Oversees legal matters in international affairs, ensuring compliance with laws across jurisdictions.
• Oversees import and export controls compliance
• Assesses and manages legal risks associated with the company’s business activities, providing proactive advice to mitigate potential liabilities.
• Collaborates with the Board of Directors and executive leadership on governance policy issues and ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Engages and coordinates with outside counsel as needed
• Performs full range of people-management responsibilities, including interviewing, hiring, disciplinary actions, performance management, compensation decisions, coaching and development 

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

• 10+ years Legal Dept leadership role in a global company or equivalent
• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school required, MBA or other advanced degree preferred
• Requires admittance to a state bar

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Holds integrity paramount to all, followed closely by customer service, quality, collaboration, teamwork, drive, compliance, hard work, discipline, accountability and continuous improvement   
• Expert communication skills, including up, down, across, within and outside the organization 
• Ability to build strong internal relationships inside the company, together with cultivating an external network outside the company  
• Commitment to personal growth and development – including both team and self  
• Uses influence to stretch the thinking within the business, in pursuit of profitable and predictable growth initiatives and strategies 
• Adept at collaborating with global leaders to build and implement an organization’s global vision, mission, values, strategies and objectives
• Supports a culture of ethical behavior and legal compliance throughout the organization.

TRAVEL

Domestic and/or International up to 50% 

Ellsworth Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, pregnancy, genetics, or any other legally protected status.  If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation for any part of our employment process, please follow the instructions on our Accessibility Accommodation for Applicants page of our Careers website.

Ellsworth Corporation is an industry leading global corporation, we specialize in the distribution, manufacturing and custom packaging of adhesives, specialty chemicals and dispensing equipment.  We stand apart from the competition by going above and beyond high quality products. We offer expert assistance, valuable services, decades of experience, and a host of resources to ensure we're providing the best possible solution for our customers’ applications.

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