Strategic Legal Advisor for Cold Chain Logistics

3 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States NewCold Full time

We are one of the fastest growing companies, with continued expansion across the world. We currently operate on three continents, including Europe, Australia, and North America, with over 3,000 employees. With our North American operations quickly growing, we are currently looking for a Strategic Legal Advisor for Cold Chain Logistics in the Chicago area, with a proven track record in international projects, to join our global legal team.

About Us

NewCold is a service provider in cold chain logistics with a focus on the development and operation of highly automated cold storage facilities. We use the latest technology that empowers our people to handle food responsibly and guarantee food safety in a sustainable way.

Job Description

The Strategic Legal Advisor for Cold Chain Logistics assists the business with advice on all legal matters that arise within NewCold's operations, with a focus on corporate and commercial contracting. The incumbent will be involved in and advise on a broad range of local and international business, commercial and legal issues, including contract preparation, review, and negotiation, as well as commercial transactions and legal risk management.

Responsibilities
  • Providing counsel on a wide range of legal matters
  • Coordinating with internal and external legal experts
  • Advising on commercial transactions
  • Guarding against potential legal risks

The Strategic Legal Advisor for Cold Chain Logistics will also support the management of the corporate structure of NewCold in the U.S. and Canada, advise senior management on compliance with laws and regulations, and act as a liaison between NewCold North America and NewCold Headquarters in Breda, Netherlands.

Requirements
  • A Juris Doctorate degree with top academic credentials
  • Minimum 10 years of experience
  • At least 2 years of experience working in an international capacity
  • Licensed to practice in Illinois or able to obtain a license to practice law in Illinois

The ideal candidate should have exceptional drafting skills, extensive knowledge of contract law and contract negotiations, and experience in real estate, technology, IT, and/or the construction sector.

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, a dynamic and international work environment, and the opportunity to work with a young and powerful company in the field of logistic services. If you are interested in this vacancy and would like to apply, please make sure to leave your CV in English. Suitable candidates will be invited for a first interview with the hiring manager, followed by a second interview with a wider group of NewCold team members.

$120,000 - $150,000 per year



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