In-House
Bridgewater, NJ
Litigation - General (consumer) Attorney in Bridgewater, NJ
Attorney
Min 10 yrs required
No
Assistant General Counsel
Job Title: Assistant General Counsel
Job Responsibilities:
The Assistant General Counsel at the company is tasked with leading the litigation efforts to protect corporate assets and enhance the company’s reputation. Key responsibilities include:
- Conduct early assessments of all threatened and pending litigation.
- Develop and implement litigation and case resolution strategies.
- Select and manage outside legal counsel actively.
- Ensure consistency in litigation management and implement the Group litigation strategy.
- Advise the Finance team on accurate financial reporting of litigation risks and expenditures.
- Counsel C-suite executives on critical litigation-related decisions.
- Collaborate with Media and Government Relations teams to mitigate reputational risks.
- Work closely with business lawyers and other legal specialists, including employment, regulatory, and intellectual property specialists.
- Collaborate with legal colleagues at the parent company in Vevey, Switzerland.
- Direct and supervise e-discovery efforts.
- Review and edit legal briefs and motions.
- Manage and deploy litigation paralegals.
- Track and optimize litigation spend and utilize IT tools for cost-effectiveness.
Education and Experience Information:
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- Current bar membership.
- 10+ years of experience in litigation.
- Strong background in all facets of litigation, including depositions, hearings, and trials.
Skills:
- Courageous, business-savvy attorney with a solutions-oriented mindset.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to gain trust and work with all organizational levels.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills for complex issue communication.
- Demonstrated collaboration skills with multiple stakeholders and team members.
- Experience in conducting live and online trainings on digital media and online business activities.
- High level of analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent project management skills.
- Detail-oriented with a strong ability to achieve results and exhibit superior initiative.
Salary Information:
The approximate pay range for the Assistant General Counsel position is $240,000 to $290,000 base. This pay range is a good faith estimate at the time of posting and final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location. The company offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefits packages may vary depending on the position.
Additional Information:
The company emphasizes an inclusive workplace and welcomes veterans, separated service members, and individuals with disabilities. The company is an equal employment opportunity employer, considering all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Special accommodations are available for the recruitment process, and this position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
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Jun 25, 2025
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