General Counsel Jobs in Camden, NJ

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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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Associate Staff Counsel

Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB degree from an accredited law school....

Sr Counsel - Commercial

  • Berwyn, PA (19 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Berwyn, PA (19 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago

What your background should look like Qualifications: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction....

Senior Counsel, Corporate Governance

  • Malvern, PA (23 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Malvern, PA (23 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

To support our growing and evolving set of business lines, we are seeking a skilled and collaborative corporate governance lawyer to join our Legal team. This role will provide legal advice and...

Senior Counsel - Corporate and Subsidiary Governance

  • Cherry Hill, NJ (5 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ (5 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

The role works closely with the General Counsel, the Office of the CEO and other senior executives and with the Corporate Secretary's Office of the parent company and provides an opportunity for exposure...

AVP, Sr. Counsel, Life & Annuities

  • Radnor, PA (17 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Radnor, PA (17 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 6 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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Chief Counsel - Americas and Global Health Benefits

  • Philadelphia, PA (2 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (2 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Qualifications Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and an active license to practice law; 15+ years of legal experience in positions of increasing responsibility, with a minimum of 10 years in...

Wealth Management and Broker Dealer Attorney - Vice President, Assistant General Counsel

  • Philadelphia, PA (2 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (2 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

NY $199,500.00-$275,000.00; Chicago,IL $183,350.00-$242,000.00; Jersey City,NJ $199,500.00-$275,000.00 As a Wealth Management Financial Products and Regulatory Attorney - Vice President, Assistant General...

Senior Counsel (Privacy)

  • Blue Bell, PA (18 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Blue Bell, PA (18 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

law, mergers and acquisitions, contracts, antitrust, employee benefits, intellectual property and litigation Preferred None LICENSES or CERTIFICATIONS Required License to practice law in the Commonwealth...

Senior Counsel - Corporate

  • West Deptford, NJ (8 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • West Deptford, NJ (8 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver...

SAP Sr. Legal Counsel, Intellectual Property

  • Newtown Square, PA (17 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Newtown Square, PA (17 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

You will be responsible for drafting and reviewing IP policies and coordinating with other stakeholders such as Corporate Law and Tax....

VP Assistant General Counsel

  • Burlington, NJ (18 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Burlington, NJ (18 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 17 days ago

Position Overview** VP Assistant General Counsel **A Day In The Life** VP Assistant General Counsel **Pay Range** $200,000.00 - $275,000.00 **Posting Number** R0026 **Location** New Jersey-Burlington...

Insurance and Wealth Management Attorney - Executive Director, Assistant General Counsel

  • Philadelphia, PA (2 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (2 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

As Insurance Attorney: Executive Director, Assistant General Counsel within our Wealth Management Legal team, you will provide critical leadership on legal guidance related to annuities, life insurance...

Associate Senior Counsel-Procurement Law

  • Philadelphia, PA (2 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 27 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (2 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 27 days ago

The position will work closely with Legal, Compliance, and business colleagues and will report directly to the Associate Chief Counsel Enterprise Corporate Law....

Dir Assoc General Counsel

  • Blue Bell, PA (18 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 28 days ago
  • Blue Bell, PA (18 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 28 days ago

Advises management on litigation strategy and execution. Performs all requires SOX and other regulatory compliance functions related to litigation....

Vice President, Legal - General Counsel

  • Philadelphia, PA (2 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (2 miles from Camden, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary: The General Counsel will be responsible for the management and coordination of all legal matters of the Company....

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Camden, NJ

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Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Camden, NJ 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 Camden, NJ
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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