Randstad is recruiting a General Counsel for a manufacturing company in North Las Vegas. This executive role serves as the primary legal architect and strategic advisor, focusing on balancing global compliance with business growth. Compensation $185,000 - $215,000+, 20% bonus
Multi-State Regulatory Compliance
- Monitor & ensure compliance with varying state laws regarding employment, environmental regulations &product liability
- Oversee workplace safety legalities (OSHA) & environmental impact standards (EPA) across all jurisdictions
- Develop & implement internal governance policies to mitigate operational & financial risk
Commercial Contracts
- Draft, review & negotiate high-value agreements, including equipment leases, raw material procurement & distribution contracts for multi-state manufacturing operations
- Manage international trade compliance and logistics-related legalities
- Manages the legal lifecycle of major accounts negotiating MSAs and SLAs with global retail leaders to drive revenue while safeguarding against liability
Corporate Governance
- Maintain corporate records, resolutions & ensuring adherence to bylaws
- Advise on legal aspects of financing, business structures & legal entities
- Serve as the lead legal advisor on major business transactions, M&A, divestitures & plant expansions
- Serve as the primary Corporate Secretary to the Board of Directors, orchestrating the preparation of materials, managing resolutions & providing expert guidance on fiduciary duties & corporate bylaws
Labor & Employment
- Partner with HR to navigate complex multi-state labor laws, including wage/hour laws, non-compete agreements, and workers' compensation.
Litigation & External Counsel Management
- Oversee all pending litigation (labor disputes, contract breaches, etc.)
- Manage the selection, retention & evaluation of outside counsel, ensuring cost-effectiveness & specialized expertise.
