General Counsel Jobs in Winnetka, 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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Food Policy Sr. Legal Counsel

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 1 hour 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 (14 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 2 hours 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 (7 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (7 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 2 hours 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 (7 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Deerfield, IL (7 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 2 hours 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...

Senior Legal Counsel, Trade Compliance

  • Northfield, IL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Northfield, IL
  • 4 hours ago

Job Summary The Sr Legal Counsel, Trade Compliance provides legal support to Medlines global trade compliance program. Specifically, this individual helps design, implement, and enhance the...

Sr Counsel - Corporate & Commercial Contracts

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 20 hours ago

Aramco energizes the world economy. Aramco occupies a special position in the global energy industry. We are one of the worlds largest producers of hydrocarbon energy and chemicals, with among the...

Sr Counsel - Tax

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 20 hours ago

Aramco energizes the world economy. Aramco occupies a special position in the global energy industry. We are one of the worlds largest producers of hydrocarbon energy and chemicals, with among the...

Associate Counsel

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 1 day ago

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS * Fully remote or hybrid if within office location * Monday - Thursday 7:30AM - 4:30PM, Friday 7:30 - 2:00PM SUMMARY Under the supervision of the Assistant General Counsels, the...

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Legal Counsel - Financing

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Jupiter Power is an energy infrastructure company focused on the development, construction, and operation of energy storage assets in wholesale electricity markets.Formed in 2017, the company is a...

Assistant General Counsel - ComEd Project Development (Hybrid)

  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL (19 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL (19 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Who We Are We're powering a cleaner, brighter future. Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work...

Assistant General Counsel - ComEd Interconnection (Hybrid)

  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL (19 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL (19 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Who We Are We're powering a cleaner, brighter future. Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work...

Associate General Counsel- Data Privacy and Cybersecurity

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 3 days ago

The Associate General Counsel will provide primary legal and leadership support of the Companys Privacy and Cybersecurity Compliance program....

Associate General Counsel

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Nautilus Solar Energy's ("NSE") Associate General Counsel will be responsible for supporting NSE's solar project acquisition, development, EPC negotiations and financing transactions.The Associate General...

Legal Counsel

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Knowledge of legal principles in relation to contract law, marketing/advertising law, data, intellectual property, or data privacy....

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Associate General Counsel, Monetization (AI)

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Winnetka, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Meta is seeking a talented attorney to join our Monetization Legal team and serve as Associate General Counsel, Monetization (AI)....

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Winnetka, IL

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Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Winnetka, 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 Winnetka, 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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