General Counsel Jobs in Mount Laurel, 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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Assistant General Counsel - Mergers and Acquisitions

  • Conshohocken, PA (22 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Conshohocken, PA (22 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago

Working knowledge of corporate law, including anti-trust laws and regulatory agency procedures (e.g., FTC)....

Director of Compliance and Privacy and Associate Counsel

  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications: Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school with a strong academic record....

Senior Counsel - Data Governance, Privacy, and Cybersecurity

  • West Deptford, NJ (18 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Deptford, NJ (18 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

This role will report to the Assistant General Counsel - Data Governance, Privacy, and Cybersecurity and will collaborate with other legal, business, and functional teams across the enterprise.While...

Senior Counsel - Data Governance, Privacy, and Cybersecurity

  • Conshohocken, PA (22 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Conshohocken, PA (22 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

This role will report to the Assistant General Counsel - Data Governance, Privacy, and Cybersecurity and will collaborate with other legal, business, and functional teams across the enterprise....

Assistant General Counsel Strategic Enterprise Sales

  • Trenton, NJ (20 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (20 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

**The Role** Reporting to the VP/Deputy General Counsel, this role is responsible for managing and handling legal support for one or more regions within Lumen's Strategic Enterprise sales channel....

Senior Counsel - Public Finance

  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We...

Senior Counsel

  • Blue Bell, PA (23 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Blue Bell, PA (23 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 7 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 - Technology, Security, and Data Privacy

  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We...

Senior Counsel - Corporate

  • West Deptford, NJ (18 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • West Deptford, NJ (18 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 12 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...

Director & Associate General Counsel (Hybrid)

  • Conshohocken, PA (22 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Conshohocken, PA (22 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

Director & Associate General Counsel (Hybrid)**Tandigm Health, a transformational leader in population health management, is looking for a Director & Associate General Counsel in the greater Philadelphia...

Assistant General Counsel, Privacy - At-Home Solutions

  • Trenton, NJ (20 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (20 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

_What Legal Management contributes to Cardinal Health_** Legal provides the company with strategic, proactive, practical and cost-effective legal advice and services in order to protect the...

Assistant General Counsel Federal Regulatory

  • Trenton, NJ (20 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (20 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

This is an exciting role with significant responsibility and independence that will report to the Vice President & Deputy General Counsel, Federal Regulatory Affairs....

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Associate General Counsel, Patent - Remote

  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 21 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 21 days ago

Reporting to the Senior Associate General Counsel/Intellectual Property, this position is responsible for assisting the IP Legal team with all matters related to patent prosecution and patent portfolio...

Remote Work

Associate General Counsel University of Pennsylvania

  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 26 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 26 days ago

Posted Job Title Associate General Counsel Job Profile Title Associate General Counsel Job Description Summary Provide legal support for the university and health systems as it relates to tax and benefits...

Associate General Counsel

  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 26 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 26 days ago

Posted Job Title Associate General Counsel Job Profile Title Associate General Counsel Job Description Summary Provide legal support for the university and health systems as it relates to tax and benefits...

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Mount Laurel, NJ

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Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Mount Laurel, NJ offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
73.6%
Bachelor's Degree
13.3%
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 Mount Laurel, 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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