General Counsel Jobs in Cumming, IA

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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Senior Counsel, Co-Branded Credit Card

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 2 days ago

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Counsel to support Cobrand and Small Business Credit Card products as part of the Consumer Lending Division of the Wells Fargo Legal Department....

AVP, Sr. Counsel, Life & Annuities

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 4 days ago

Alternate Locations:** Radnor, PA (Pennsylvania); Charlotte, NC (North Carolina); Fort Wayne, IN (Indiana); Greensboro, NC (North Carolina); Hartford, CT (Connecticut); Work from Home **Work...

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General Counsel

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 9 days ago

General Counsel About Us: The Iowa Utilities Commission (IUC) is a public agency dedicated to ensuring safe, reliable, and reasonably priced utility services for Iowans....

Legal Counsel Contracting & Revenue Cycle Management

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 9 days ago

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first** Humana is seeking a Legal Counsel to support its Home Solutions line of business, including CenterWell Home Health, one of the...

Assistant General Counsel, Regulatory

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 11 days ago

**_Job Summary_** The Assistant General Counsel, Regulatory will be responsible for advising on matters pertaining to laws governing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS); other ingredient, additive...

Senior Counsel, Biopharma Solutions & Strategic Sourcing

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 11 days ago

. + When the business engages in litigation, serves as a primary liaison and expert on the business in support of the Litigation team. + Advises business unit leaders on terms, risks and due diligence...

Assistant General Counsel

  • Johnston, IA (16 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Johnston, IA (16 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 14 days ago

Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa - Johnston Function: Legal Title: Assistant General Counsel - 113732 Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position Your Responsibilities As an Assistant General Counsel...

Associate Counsel

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 23 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 23 days ago

Explore life at Travelers. We have 10 diversity networks, employee-led organizations dedicated to fostering the development and success of our employees. >> Discover diversity and inclusion....

Legal Counsel

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 24 days ago

law, drafting and negotiating national and cross-border agreements + Diversified in-house legal experience is an advantage....

Associate Counsel

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 25 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 25 days ago

As an Associate Counsel with Travelers you'll be responsible for high quality, proactive case handling and will have the opportunity to develop your legal expertise and litigation skills working under...

Deputy General Counsel

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 25 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 25 days ago

Overview Deputy General Counsel Days, Full-time Hybrid - Ability to work from home, with the need to also be on-site in Des Moines, IA The Deputy General Counsel is a member of the Chief Legal Officers...

Senior Legal Counsel

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 26 days ago

. + When the business engages in litigation, serves as a primary liaison and expert on the business in support of the Litigation team. + Advises business unit leaders on terms, risks and due diligence...

Assistant General Counsel - At-Home Solutions

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

The Assistant General Counsel At-Home Solutions will be responsible for providing exceptional legal advice and guidance to Cardinal Healths At-Home Solutions (AHS) business clients, a leading home healthcare...

Senior Counsel

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 30+ 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

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

This full-time position is based at Western Digitals office in Irvine, California, or San Jose, California and will report to the Senior Director, Assistant General Counsel, Contract Management Organization...

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Cumming, IA

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Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Cumming, IA 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 Cumming, IA
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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