Corporate Counsel

Are you high performing? Do you consider yourself a “contracts guru”? Are you strong at contract law, real estate, insurance, and general business law principles? Would you like to work for a 113-year-old, privately-held, regional company that boasts a strong brand and continued strong growth every year?

Miller Transportation Group seeks an individual to join the organization as Corporate Counsel to assist with the evaluation, preparation, and negotiation of a broad range of business transactions including but not limited to contracts, real estate, insurance, collections, and to participate in other related activities in support of the Business.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities include the following (other duties may be assigned):

• Draft, review, negotiate, and prepare commercial contracts including supply agreements, sales agreements, real estate contracts, and vendor agreements (including information technology contracts) and provide advice to business teams concerning the same.
• Assist with collections and other legal matters relating to Customer defaults.
• Assist with and manage Accidents, litigation, and other related topics around daily business operations.
• Assist and guide HR on its activities and needs.
• Manage all other company legal activities and decide what work would need to be outsourced and what could be handled in-house.
• Provide legal advice on general business topics.
• Conduct internal training and provide legal guidance on compliance issues as necessary.
• Manage external counsel as necessary.
• Assist with the purchasing of Insurance and help manage Company insurance programs.
• Assist with real estate transactions to include all steps needed to purchase and lease facilities.  Responsible for Properties, existing leases, upkeep, and so on.
• Provide other legal support as necessary.

Experience, Competencies, and Education:

• Law degree (Juris Doctor) from an accredited institution is required.
• Admission in good standing to the New Jersey bar is required.
• A Minimum of 8 - 10 years of experience in areas of specific responsibility gained either in a law firm or an in-house environment although candidates with substantially more experience will be considered.
• Experience and skills associated with the transportation industry is a plus.
• Experience working in or closely with a mid-size, privately-held company and working knowledge of the industry issues facing our company is a plus.
• Must have excellent writing and verbal skills and superior organizational skills.
• Must be a team player and have strong interpersonal skills as well as the ability to effectively interact and build relationships with employees at all levels of the business.
• Must be able to work independently, be self-motivated, self-disciplined, and results-oriented with an ability to manage priorities and substantial workflow in a fast-paced work environment with ever changing business and legal objectives. Must be willing to adapt to change and drive change.
• Must possess strong business judgment and the ability to understand and respond to business issues and needs.
• Must have a strong commitment to excellence and high standards of integrity, professionalism, loyalty, honesty, respect, open-mindedness, and business ethics.

Location:

• This role will be based in Lumberton NJ. This role is an in-office position and will likely have a small amount of travel to other Miller facilities and to manage real estate.
• Local candidates are strongly preferred although relocation support may be offered to the right candidate.

Language and Computer Skills:

• Must have strong command of the English language in both verbal and written communications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Adobe is desired.

Training Requirements:

• Complete all necessary training as required by assigned department and position.
• Participate in and follow all company initiatives.

Miscellaneous:

• Normal office environment conditions apply to this role. Must be able to sit and work at a computer keyboard for extended periods of time.
• The use of personal protective equipment may be required when at a Miller shop.
• All employees are required to apply ergonomic principles to all job tasks.
• Within our truck shops, employees may be exposed to noise, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting.

We Have:

• Competitive Compensation: $150,000 - 200,000 Range (all inclusive)
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance with HRA, HSA, and FSA options
• 401(k) with a company provided match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Employee Discounts and an Employee Assistance Program

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position, and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and/or skills required.  It does not prescribe or restrict work that may be assigned.  Furthermore, this does not establish a contract for employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

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