Senior Legal Executive

2 weeks ago


Los Angeles, California, United States Aspire Bakeries Full time

Aspire Bakeries is a prominent North American baking enterprise renowned for its specialty frozen baked goods. With a legacy formed from leading bakery brands, our innovative product range includes breads, artisan breads, buns, cookies, donuts, muffins, and pastries from cherished names like La Brea Bakery, Otis Spunkmeyer, and Oakrun Farm Bakery. Operating 13 bakeries across North America, we are dedicated to fostering innovation, anticipating consumer trends and flavors, and surpassing our customers' expectations. Aspire Bakeries upholds the values of Integrity, Ownership, Customer Focus, Creativity, and Care to ensure we deliver on People Safety, Food Safety, Quality, and Collaboration.

The Aspire Bakeries Legal Department is on the lookout for a seasoned and driven Director - Associate General Counsel to provide essential support and strategic thought partnership to the General Counsel at the Company’s corporate headquarters. This position reports directly to the General Counsel and will play a pivotal role in addressing a diverse array of legal matters for Aspire Bakeries' operations throughout the United States and Canada. In collaboration with the General Counsel, the AGC's primary emphasis will be on real estate, commercial/IT contracts, and marketing/privacy compliance, alongside other ad hoc assignments and daily legal responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver legal counsel and cross-functional support to internal stakeholders, with a primary focus on real estate, commercial, marketing, and privacy law, to align with the Company's business goals.
  • Oversee and manage Aspire Bakeries's real estate portfolio, including monitoring relevant deadlines and negotiating complex commercial leases.
  • Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of agreements, particularly in manufacturing/sales, procurement, and IT services.
  • Provide legal advice and assistance to the Company's marketing division.
  • Maintain expertise in privacy matters and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Conduct legal research and analysis on intricate issues as directed by the General Counsel.
  • Assist in the formulation and execution of policies and procedures to guarantee legal and regulatory compliance across the organization.
  • Manage and supervise external counsel and legal service providers as necessary.
  • Offer support and oversight for M&A activities when required.
  • Promote a culture of integrity and legal compliance throughout the organization.
  • Stay informed on regulatory changes within and outside the company, as well as best practices in compliance management.
  • Provide strategic partnership to the General Counsel in enhancing the Legal Department and elevating its profile both internally and externally.
  • Assist with special projects as necessary.

Qualifications:

  • Member of the California State Bar in good standing.
  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
  • A minimum of 7+ years of experience in a nationally recognized law firm or in-house legal department.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment, effectively managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
  • Solid verbal and written communication skills, with the capacity to convey complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders effectively.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and stakeholder management capabilities to facilitate collaboration within cross-functional teams.
  • Comfort in taking ownership of various projects and seeing them through from a legal perspective.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and presentation skills, including PowerPoint.

Salary Range: $140,000 - $220,000

Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contributions of each Team Member. The final determination of a successful candidate's starting salary will depend on various factors, including location, shift, education, skills, and experience within the job or industry. The pay scale listed for this position generally applies to candidates who meet the specified qualifications and requirements outlined in this job description. Additional compensation may be available for candidates who exceed these qualifications. We offer a competitive compensation package that acknowledges your experience, credentials, and education, alongside a comprehensive benefits program to meet your needs. Aspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.


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