General Counsel Jobs in Westport, CT

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.

1-15 of 33 Jobs

Senior Counsel

  • Purchase, NY (20 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Purchase, NY (20 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 13 hours ago

Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, were helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can...

Senior Counsel - Distribution Counsel (BD/RIA/Insurance)

  • Harrison, NY (22 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Harrison, NY (22 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 3 days ago

These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications...

Senior Counsel Digital Technology- Commercial

  • Norwalk, CT (5 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Norwalk, CT (5 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Summary** The Senior Commercial Counsel for Digital Technology/Information Technology (DT/IT) procurement provides ongoing legal advice and support to business leaders across the organization of...

Senior Counsel, M&A

  • White Plains, NY (23 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • White Plains, NY (23 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Senior Counsel, M&A Senior Counsel, M&A remote type Hybrid locations White Plains, New York Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Washington D.C., District of Columbia Charlotte, North Carolina time type Full...

Senior Counsel, ITC

  • Norwalk, CT (5 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Norwalk, CT (5 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Summary** Lawyers and non-lawyers providing leadership and oversight to business operations to assure adherence to all aspects of internal company and external regulatory compliance. Insures...

Senior Counsel, Privacy, AI and Data Responsibility

  • Harrison, NY (22 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Harrison, NY (22 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can...

Senior Counsel

  • Stamford, CT (11 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (11 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 7 days ago

transactions with respect to employment matters Review and revise domestic and international employment policies Analyze and advise on compensation matters including exempt status and pay equity Provide...

Senior Counsel, Data Ventures

  • White Plains, NY (23 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 13 days ago
  • White Plains, NY (23 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 13 days ago

... Imagine a position that allows you to apply your trusted legal expertise while working alongside the worlds largest retailer. Imagine an opportunity where your knowledge takes you beyond the...

Associate Counsel - NY

  • Melville, NY (24 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 14 days ago
  • Melville, NY (24 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 14 days ago

experience in insurance defense and/or personal injury Juris Doctor degree REQUIRED Admission to the New York Bar REQUIRED Must be licensed in good standing to practice law in New York and meet and...

Associate Counsel, Marketing & Regulatory

  • Stamford, CT (11 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 15 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (11 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 15 days ago

With millions of diners, tens of thousands of restaurants, and 23+ years of experience, OpenTable, part of Booking Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: BKNG), is an industry leader with a unique insight into...

Remote Work

Senior Counsel, Open Banking

  • Harrison, NY (22 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 18 days ago
  • Harrison, NY (22 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 18 days ago

Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can...

Director, Senior Counsel

  • Stamford, CT (11 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 18 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (11 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 18 days ago

Doctor from an accredited law school; active membership to State Bar in which attorney practices + **Experience:** 7+ years experience in employment-related litigation defense and advising corporate...

Senior Counsel, Claim

  • Melville, NY (24 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 18 days ago
  • Melville, NY (24 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 18 days ago

a caseload of higher exposure cases and more complex litigation matters and deliver optimal results for Travelers' insured customers....

Director, Senior Counsel

  • Harrison, NY (22 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 19 days ago
  • Harrison, NY (22 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 19 days ago

Qualifications: Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited US law school. Minimum of 10 years of experience in privacy, data protection, cybersecurity, or a related field....

Senior Counsel, Global Privacy, AI & Data Responsibility

  • Purchase, NY (20 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 19 days ago
  • Purchase, NY (20 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 19 days ago

Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can...

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Westport, CT

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Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Westport, CT offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
73.6%
Bachelor's Degree
13.3%
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 Westport, CT
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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