Summary:
Company: Coca-Cola
Job Title: Senior Director, Legal Counsel, Customer – North America
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Salary: $199,800 – $243,000
Experience: Minimum 7 years in law practice
The Senior Director, Legal Counsel, Customer – North America will be responsible for drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements with the company's restaurant and retail customers. They will also provide legal counsel on various contract, commercial, and marketing matters to support the company's growth agenda and protect its interests. This position will report to the Vice President, Senior Counsel – Global & . Customer and will work closely with legal colleagues and business clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft and negotiate complex customer agreements with Foodservice/On-Premise and Retail customers
- Provide legal advice and support in areas such as corporate/commercial, procurement, marketing, antitrust, and litigation
- Identify potential legal risks and provide solutions to mitigate them
- Collaborate with colleagues on the Global & . Customer Legal Team and the entire Legal Function
- Communicate with leadership on matters of significant importance
- Develop and implement processes to enhance efficiency and support for customer contracting
- Indirectly manage and review the work of other legal professionals
- Train and educate business associates
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Accredited US Law degree or equivalent
- Qualified to practice law in Georgia or other appropriate US jurisdiction
- Minimum 7 years of experience in law practice, preferably in complex commercial transactions
- Experience from excellent law firm and/or large in-house department
- Ability to lead and collaborate with diverse, high-performing teams and manage complex projects
- Availability for occasional travel within the United States and internationally
Position Details:
- Location: Atlanta, Georgia
- Hybrid work schedule – 3 days per week in person and 2 days virtual
- Individual contributor role – no direct reports
What We Can Offer You:
- Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging
- Global network and opportunities for growth and development
- Agile work environment with a focus on innovation and continuous learning
Pay Range: $199,800 – $243,000
The base pay offered may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of benefits is also offered, dependent on the position.
Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage: 30
The annual incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for the role, indicating performance at target.
Our Purpose and Growth Culture:
At Coca-Cola, we are committed to creating an inclusive culture that is rooted in our purpose of refreshing the world and making a difference. We embrace a growth mindset and believe in continuous learning and improvement. Our focus on behaviors such as curiosity, empowerment, inclusivity, and agility has helped us thrive for over 130 years.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
