Senior Corporate Counsel

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• Full-Time
• Benefits OfferedDental, Life, Medical, Paid Time Off, Retirement, Vision
• Compensation$125,000 to $225,000 per year

We are on a mission to shape the future of the cannabis industry by creating leading marijuana-based therapies for patients and developing premium products for legalized adult recreational use. We are one of the largest and fastest growing multi-state, vertically integrated cannabis operators in North America. We're on a roll and are just getting started! It's a Joint Effort!We believe that How We Work Together Matters. Our priority is to assemble a team that believes not just in what we do but how and why we do it. Our most successful team members know that being of service to our patients, our customers, and each other is what separates us from other organizations. Our continued success is dependent upon bringing together the brightest minds in business with best-in-class cultivation and elevated patient and customer experiences, so we continue to set the standard for the industry. Sound like weed be a good fit? Here's where you come in. We are looking for an experienced and highly skilled attorney to serve as our Senior Corporate Counsel - Commercial Transactions for our Northeast Business Unit. This role will serve as the primary general counsel for all legal issues for the Northeast Business Unit; responsible for providing legal advice and support on a variety of corporate legal matters, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, financings, litigation, intellectual property, and general corporate matters. In this role, you will report directly to the Chief Legal Officer, be a member of the Legal Leadership Team, and work directly with business leaders across the Northeast.Where you'll be planted:The ideal candidate will be located within the Northeast region. This role will work primarily remote, with the ability to travel to our various Northeast locations (New Jersey, Maryland, Pennsylvania) up to 20% of the time as needed.To be blunt, this role is about:

• Serving as the primary general counsel to The company's Northeast Business Unit.
• Proactively identifying, assessing, and managing legal risks associated with the Northeast's business activities.
• Negotiating and drafting a variety of complex commercial agreements, including partnerships, joint ventures, licensing, supply, and service agreements.
• Overseeing the work of outside counsel and provide strategic direction on litigation matters.
• Advising on a broad range of legal issues impacting the company, including corporate governance, securities laws, regulatory compliance, commercial contracts, intellectual property, employment law, and data privacy.
• Assisting with the development and implementation of policies and procedures for continuous improvement and efficiencies designed to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Staying abreast of legal developments that could impact the company's business, and proactively recommend changes to company policies and procedures as needed.
• Assisting with expansion of internal controls in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Where we're high on...We value diverse skillsets, talents, and experiences. To be successful in this role we know you'll need:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to a state bar
• 10+ years of experience as an attorney, with at least 5 years in a corporate legal department or large national law firm
• Experience providing advice on a broad range of legal issues, including general corporate, commercial contracts, M&A, compliance, litigation, and regulatory compliance
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience working in-house for a publicly traded company
• Commercial contracts experience
• Experience with SEC filings and reporting requirements
• Cannabis industry experience
• Familiarity with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act

Benefits (full-time employees eligible)

• The salary range for this position is $125,000 - 225,000 not including bonuses
• Employee Discount (all employees eligible)
• Paid Time Off
• Health, vision, and dental insurance (with telehealth option)
• 401k with 4% company matching (100% vested immediately)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability

$175,000 - $225,000 a yearThis salary range takes into consideration many factors including but not limited to each individual's experience and educational background.*** Background Check Requirement ***As a condition of employment, a complete background investigation will be conducted based on the rules of the specific State in which the employee is hired. Typically, the state investigative process includes a state and federal background check.EEO StatementAt The company employees and applicants are evaluated based on their qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. The company is committed to assuring equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants.The company's an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy or related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, to include gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and gender identity, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and coworkers.DisclaimerThis job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The list of job responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and the like is not exhaustive, rather it is illustrative of the current essential functions required for the position.This organization participates in E-Verify.This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. E-Verify Works for Everyone For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS.Esta Organizacion Participa en E-Verify.Este empleador participa en E-Verify y proporcionara al gobierno federal la informacion de su Formulario I-9 para confirmar que usted esta autorizado para trabajar en los EE.UU.. Si E-Verify no puede confirmar que usted esta autorizado para trabajar, este empleador esta requerido a darle instrucciones por escrito y una oportunidad de contactar al Departamento de Seguridad Nacional (DHS) o a la Administracion del Seguro Social (SSA) para que pueda empezar a resolver el problema antes de que el empleador pueda tomar cualquier accion en su contra, incluyendo la terminacion de su empleo. Los empleadores solo pueden utilizar E-Verify una vez que usted haya aceptado una oferta de trabajo y completado el Formulario I-9. Para mas informacion sobre E-Verify, o si usted cree que su empleador ha violado sus responsabilidades de E-Verify, por favor contacte a

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $189,645.00 - $225,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Relocate:

• Remote: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Remote