General Counsel Jobs in San Diego, CA

A General Counsel, also known as Chief Legal Officer, is the main lawyer that provides legal advice and services to an organization. They oversee and manage all the legal affairs of an organization, which includes setting internal governance policies and managing the impact of external factors. A General Counsel is responsible for business transactions, negotiating and writing contracts, analyzing legal issues related to proposed products, and guiding management on legal matters and issues. They ensure the organization's legality of commercial transactions and operations.

Essential skills for a General Counsel include strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of the business strategy. They should have the ability to communicate complex matters in clear and understandable terms. A law degree and admission to practice law in their jurisdiction are required. Further, they should have substantial legal experience, ideally in a corporate environment. A person may have roles such as an Associate Lawyer, Senior Legal Counsel, or Partner at a law firm before becoming a General Counsel.

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SVP, Associate General Counsel, Chief Privacy Officer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 15 hours ago

The Legal Department at LPL Financial is looking for an attorney to serve as the Chief Privacy Officer (CPO) and Senior Vice President, Associate General Counsel of the firm....

Senior Legal Counsel - Leasing & Property Management

  • San Diego, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 10 days ago

Realty Income aims to be a globally recognized leader in the S&P 100, committed to creating long-term value for all stakeholders. These stakeholders include our dedicated team members, who embody...

Principal Counsel, Employment

  • La Jolla, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • La Jolla, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 13 days ago

This position will report to the Associate General Counsel, Employment. This position is on-site in Madison, WI or San Diego, CA....

Counsel/Sr. Counsel, NBCU News Group

  • San Diego, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 15 days ago

Company Description NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and...

Associate Counsel, California - REMOTE

  • San Diego, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 19 days ago

Doctor degree - Admission to the California Bar and in good standing - Ability to travel as required for trials, hearings, and conferences - Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills, with the...

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Senior Counsel

  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 days ago

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their...

VP, Assistant General Counsel

  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 days ago

Preferences: Juris Doctor degree, with admission in good standing to a State Bar Knowledge of California employment laws and regulations....

Director, Assistant Staff Counsel

  • San Diego, CA
  • 22 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 22 days ago

The Government Employees Insurance Company (GEICO) is a private American auto insurance company with headquarters in Chevy Chase, Maryland. GEICO is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway...

Assistant General Counsel - HR Legal

  • San Diego, CA
  • 23 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 23 days ago

Overview** Come join Intuit as an Assistant General Counsel, HR Legal, Intuit is rapidly growing, not just in numbers, but also in the complexity of our workforce strategy while consistently delivering...

Director, Deputy General Counsel - Enterprise Compliance Officer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 23 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 23 days ago

The Deputy General Counsel, Enterprise Compliance Officer will play a crucial role in developing, implementing, and assessing Intuit's enterprise compliance program....

Executive Assistant - General Counsel [Hybrid]

  • San Diego, CA
  • 27 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 27 days ago

Responsibilities: Calendar management : Scheduling meetings, appointments, and conference calls for the General Counsel....

Staff Counsel Legal Collections

  • San Diego, CA
  • 28 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 28 days ago

The Staff Counsel I manages and resolves the company's collection litigation matters. This role supports corporate compliance with laws and regulations governing debt collection and related...

Associate General Counsel

  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Assist the General Counsel on various legal projects and initiatives. Skills and Qualifications: Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school....

Assistant General Counsel

  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school 3+ years of experience in corporate law, preferably within a corporate legal department or law firm Active bar membership in good standing, with no...

Associate Vice President, Senior Legal Counsel

  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Realty Income aims to be a globally recognized leader in the S&P 100, committed to creating long-term value for all stakeholders. These stakeholders include our dedicated team members, who embody...

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in San Diego, CA

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Highest Education Level

General Counsels in San Diego, CA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
73.5%
Bachelor's Degree
13.4%
Master's Degree
8.0%
Associate's Degree
2.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.4%
High School or GED
1.1%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by General Counsels in San Diego, CA
2-4 years
50.8%
None
15.4%
10+ years
11.8%
Less than 1 year
5.9%
1-2 years
5.8%
6-8 years
5.4%
4-6 years
4.8%


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