at Crate & Barrel in Northbrook, Illinois, United States
Job Description
We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada, we achieve together, drive results and innovate to inspire. Drawn together by a shared passion for our customers and a spirit of fun, we deliver high-quality home furnishings that are expertly designed, responsibly sourced and bring beauty and function to people’s homes. From the day we opened our first store in Chicago in 1962 to the digital innovations that engage millions of customers today, our iconic brand is over 60 years in the making-and our story is still unfolding.
We’re here for it. We think you should be too . We’re looking for a driven professional with an inclusive mindset to join our team as the Senior Corporate Counsel, Contracts . This is a hybrid position based out of our Northbrook, IL corporate office. A day in the life as a Senior Corporate Counsel, Contracts…+ Oversee, manage and continuously improve contract review and approval process to facilitate efficient contract flow and organized record keeping; develop and provide training to associates on the contract review and approval process as needed
+ Manage the Company’s contract approval and repository tool
+ Review, draft and negotiate contracts and other legal arrangements and instruments, either directly or with outside counsel, in close collaboration with internal clients to achieve favorable and appropriate terms for the Company while mitigating risk
+ Possess a sufficient level of expertise in the business operations and relevant systems, policies and procedures of the Company in order to deliver swift, sound and tailored legal advice on assigned functional areas and other subject matters as applicable
+ Manage outside counsel relationships to ensure that the Company is receiving high-quality legal services at cost-effective rates
+ Represent the Company’s legal function within the retail industry and the broader business community, including participation in industry trade groups and in legal associations, as appropriate
+ Participate in continuing legal education opportunities as required to maintain a valid law license and be a member in good standing in at least one U.S. state bar, and to remain current on legal issues applicable to the responsibilities of the position
+ Perform other duties and complete projects and assignments as assigned
What you’ll bring to the table…+ Excellent reading and written language (English), communication and interpersonal skills
+ Ability to work well as part of a team and with a wide array of individuals and levels, roles and personalities
+ Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
+ Exemplary ethics and professionalism
+ Ability to handle tight deadlines, changing priorities, multiple and simultaneous issues of immediate concern and high stress situations and effectively prioritize
+ Strong analytical and risk management skills
+ Ability to weigh legal risks and opportunities against business goals and priorities
+ Practical problem solver
+ Understand technology and communication resources relevant to the position
We’d love to hear from you if you have…+ 7+ years experience in private practice or corporate legal department setting, including direct experience negotiating and drafting contracts
+ Prior experience with contract management tools a plus
+ J.D. from an accredited law school
+ Member in good standing of at least one U.S. state bar
#li-hybridEuromarket Designs, Inc., which does business as Crate and Barrel and CB2, will be referred to as “the Company”. The Company is deeply committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact the location you are applying to here and ask to speak with a manager regarding the nature of your request. The Company is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital, parental, veteran or military status, unfavorable military discharge, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. The Company 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 US. State / City Compliance: The Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
