General Counsel Jobs in Middletown, 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.

1-15 of 55 Jobs

Senior Counsel- Legal & Wealth Management

  • Jersey City, NJ (22 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (22 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

SENIOR COUNSEL- LEGAL & WEALTH MANGEMENT WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY? Senior Counsel will provide general regulatory and transactional support to the Bank and its wealth management operations and...

Associate Staff Counsel

  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

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

Associate General Counsel

  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

The Associate General Counsel will be a generalist and will report to the BDS General Counsel....

Senior Counsel- Legal & Wealth Management

  • Jersey City, NJ (22 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (22 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

SENIOR COUNSEL- LEGAL & WEALTH MANGEMENT WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY? Senior Counsel will provide general regulatory and transactional support to the Bank and its wealth management operations and...

Assistant General Counsel

  • Newark, NJ (23 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (23 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Education/Experience: Bachelor degree is required and requires Juris Doctor from accredited law school....

Vice President, General Counsel

  • Bowling Green, NY (21 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bowling Green, NY (21 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

The majority of NFF loan closings and documentation are prepared in-house by the General Counsel team....

Remote Work

Senior Legal Counsel

  • Hoboken, NJ (24 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Hoboken, NJ (24 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Wat als jij een cruciale rol kon spelen in het vormgeven van het juridische landschap van de projecten van Equans? Voor het juridische team van Equans zoeken we een Senior Legal Counsel voor onze...

Legal Counsel, Privacy

  • New York City, NY (22 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • New York City, NY (22 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

This position will report to our Director & Assistant General Counsel, Privacy....

Sr. Counsel - Digital Wallet and Payments

  • New York City, NY (22 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • New York City, NY (22 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

transactions....

Counsel/General Counsel - Vacancy ID# 190872

  • New York City, NY (22 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • New York City, NY (22 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

The General Counsel manages all litigation involving the Department and serves as the DOS Ethics Officer....

Remote Work

Associate Director & Senior Counsel, Equity Derivatives

  • Hoboken, NJ (24 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Hoboken, NJ (24 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Job Description What is the opportunity? As Senior Counsel in RBC's US Capital Markets Law Group, you will provide legal coverage for several business lines within US Global Equities and Global...

Associate Counsel - Brooklyn, NY (Remote)

  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 12 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...

Remote Work

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

  • Jersey City, NJ (22 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (22 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 17 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...

Assistant General Counsel

  • Jersey City, NJ (22 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (22 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

Handle other legal matters or ad-hoc projects as requested by the Managing Director and Deputy General Counsel....

Associate Director, Legal Counsel, GBM Legal

  • New York City, NY (22 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • New York City, NY (22 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

Requisition ID: 219710 Salary Range: 170,000.00 - 224,700.00 Please note that the Salary Range shown is a guideline only. Salary offered may vary based on factors, including, but not limited to,...

Demographic Data for Middletown, NJ

Moving to Middletown, NJ? Find some basic demographic data about Middletown, NJ below.


Local
National
28,169
541
Medium

General Counsel Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireLegal curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Counseling and Psychotherapy Theory
Learn about the theories of counseling and psychotherapy on human change through an easy-to-understand overview. Counseling and Psychotherapy Studies seeks to understand and clarify our minds...
Counseling Practice and Research
Learn about the stages and processes of counseling, counseling techniques, and interesting and up-to-date research methods. Counseling and Psychotherapy Studies seeks to understand and clarify our...
General Paediatrics: Essentials for New Doctors
Establish your position in the world of general paediatrics, a crucial field ensuring the health and safety of young patients. This rigorous three-week course is designed for new doctors and...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Middletown, NJ

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLegal research efforts.

Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Middletown, 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 Middletown, 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%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



General Counsel Related Career Advice Articles

Lawyer and paralegal review files in preparation for client meeting.
The Case of Paralegal vs. Legal Assistant

Paralegals and legal assistants provide valuable law office support, but what's the difference between the two roles? Read on to learn about each position's duties and responsibilities.

Read article »
Closeup of several law books on a shelf
7 Exciting Practice Areas for Young Lawyers

Completing law school and passing the bar are incredible accomplishments on their own, but then what? Find out which practice areas and specialties have bright outlooks and attractive earning potential.

Read article »