Senior Director, Associate Counsel in Egg Harbor Township, NJ at Spencer's

Job Description

Overview

We are authentic, professional providers of fun, focused on building a Great Place To Work For All by staying true to our mission: 'Life's a Party, We're Makin' It Fun!' and 'So Much Fun It's Scary!'

At Spencer's and Spirit Halloween, we do the right thing always-integrity, fairness, respect, and transparency are our foundation. You will find our culture to be inclusive, passionate, resilient, and one that values differences and embraces all.

One Team / One Goal

We are leaders and owners of our business success. Whether it's developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing technology solutions, our teams understand the value of working collaboratively to embrace change through innovation, curiosity, and thoughtfulness.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Flexible work environment
• Career advancement
• Competitive base salary
• Bonus opportunity
• Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holiday pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life and AD&D insurance
• 401k with a company match
• 30% merchandise discount

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for the review of all commercial contract agreements (including, but not limited to licensing agreements, software agreements, marketing, vendor service agreements, etc.). The position shall report to the General Counsel and shall assist the General Counsel in managing the legal affairs of the company.

• Review, draft, negotiate and revise commercial contracting agreements generated by departments with the company's home office.  Manage company's contract database of active and pending agreements.
• Provide counsel/guidance to the General Counsel and the subject business department(s) regarding the economic and operational impact of pending agreements under review, clarification of economic terms and general business issues.
• Maintain the corporate books and records for the company and its affiliates.
• Assist the General Counsel in commercial transactions and intellectual property matters, including trademark, patent and copyright searches, registrations and infringement issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree; Juris Doctor; Member of the New Jersey Bar
• Seven or more years of experience with commercial contracting and licensing
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software. This includes Microsoft Office Programs.
• Ability to negotiate effectively.
• Ability to manage and supervise other counsel.
• Ability to manage contract database.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.
• Analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of general legal principles and practices, including corporate, employment, licensing, contract and commercial law.
• Licensed to practice law.