General Counsel Jobs in Northbrook, IL

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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Associate Senior Counsel, Care Delivery/Telehealth- Remote

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

Location: Chicago, US-IL Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Associate Senior Counsel, Care Delivery/Telehealth- Remote Incumbent will be responsible for providing regulatory legal support to...

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Lead Associate Principal, Counsel - Commercial (Contracts)

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

Administer certain policies and procedures for the commercial transactions team, including associated controls....

Associate General Counsel - Technology

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

Anticipated End Date: 2025-07-24 Position Title: Associate General Counsel - Technology Job Description: Associate General Counsel - Technology Location: This role requires associates to be in-office...

Associate Counsel (M&A and Corporate Governance) (Director)

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 23 hours ago

This role requires a strong background in corporate law, M&A transactions, corporate governance, and a keen understanding of business operations....

General Counsel

  • Itasca, IL (13 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Itasca, IL (13 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 1 day ago

TITLE: General Counsel REPORTING RELATIONSHIP : CEO/Executive Vice President POSITION OVERVIEW: Provide comprehensive legal guidance and strategic advice to American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) leadership...

Senior Counsel - Chicago, IL

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Louis, MO, Chicago, IL, or Erlanger, KY) Position Summary and Key goals Reporting to ADMs Associate General Counsel - Regulatory & Environmental Law and working closely with operational and commercial...

Senior Legal Counsel, Trade Compliance

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (10 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (10 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 2 days ago

The Sr Legal Counsel, Trade Compliance provides legal support to Medline's global trade compliance program. Specifically, this individual helps design, implement, and enhance the company's program...

Associate General Counsel, Sanctions Compliance

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Meta seeks a highly motivated team player with a background in and passion for global trade counseling to serve as Associate General Counsel, Sanctions Compliance....

Sr. Director, Regional Counsel

  • Lincolnshire, IL (6 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL (6 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Counsel and Corporate Secretary....

Assistant General Counsel - ComEd (Hybrid)

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Assists more experienced attorneys in representing Exelon with business, legislative, regulatory and project support, and possibly with agency proceedings and/or relevant litigation....

Assistant General Counsel - ComEd Interconnection (Hybrid)

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 3 days ago

business, legislative, regulatory and project support, to assist in resolving disputes between company and interconnection customers, and may assist with disputes, regulatory proceedings and/or relevant litigation...

Food Policy Sr. Legal Counsel

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Position Overview A Fortune 500 consumer packaged goods company is looking to bring in a Senior Counsel in Food Law and Policy to provide legal guidance and strategic direction on food law,...

Senior Legal Counsel New

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Job Responsibilities: Provide primary legal support for a wide variety of commercial transactions (US and international), including drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements: primarily...

Legal Counsel

  • Des Plaines, IL (5 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (5 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 4 days ago

at Prominence Hospitality Group in Des Plaines, Illinois, United States Job Description Draft and negotiate management contracts and ensure the correct implementation of the standard franchise...

Senior Counsel, Legal - Enterprise Connectivity an

  • Deerfield, IL (4 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (4 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 4 days ago

As a member of the Global Business Units Legal group within the Legal Department, you will be part of Vantive's Global Business Units function, reporting directly to the Deputy General Counsel for the...

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Northbrook, IL

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Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Northbrook, IL 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 Northbrook, IL
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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