General Counsel Jobs in Somerset, 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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General Counsel, Trade Compliance

  • Morris Plains, NJ (23 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morris Plains, NJ (23 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Counsel for Trade....

General Counsel, Ventures, Strategy & M&A

  • Morris Plains, NJ (23 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morris Plains, NJ (23 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Other corporate law matters as required....

Senior Counsel, Legal Strategy

  • Florham Park, NJ (20 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Florham Park, NJ (20 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable...

Senior Counsel, Regulatory Law

  • New Brunswick, NJ (4 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (4 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments...

Assistant General Counsel Strategic Enterprise Sales

  • Trenton, NJ (22 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (22 miles from Somerset, 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 Derivatives

  • Whippany, NJ (23 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Whippany, NJ (23 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

This role will report to the Vice President and Associate General Counsel, MII & Derivatives....

Legal Counsel

  • Edison, NJ (6 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (6 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Monitor and provide advice concerning litigation, approvals, apply for and secure bond releases, homeowner disputes and condominium transition....

Assistant General Counsel

  • South Orange, NJ (22 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • South Orange, NJ (22 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Litigation management and support and subpoena and record requests. Required Qualifications: Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school....

Associate General Counsel - Tax Planning and Legal

  • Basking Ridge, NJ (12 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ (12 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Managing Associate General Counsel, Global Tax Planning and Legal....

Senior Counsel, Data Ventures

  • Newark, NJ (24 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (24 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

... Imagine a position that allows you to apply your trusted legal expertise while working alongside the worlds largest retailer. Imagine an opportunity where your knowledge takes you beyond the...

Associate General Counsel - US Commercial and Medical - Job ID: 1630

  • Princeton, NJ (11 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (11 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

We offer a dynamic workplace for employees to grow and develop their skills.This position reports to the US General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer....

Assistant General Counsel, Privacy - At-Home Solutions

  • Trenton, NJ (22 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (22 miles from Somerset, 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...

Associate General Counsel, Regulatory

  • East Brunswick, NJ (7 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • East Brunswick, NJ (7 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 16 days ago

As an Associate General Counsel, Regulatory, you'll work closely with our Vice President - Lead Regulatory Counsel and other legal team members to drive regulatory initiatives, provide strategic legal...

Assistant General Counsel Federal Regulatory

  • Trenton, NJ (22 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (22 miles from Somerset, 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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Senior Counsel

  • Warren, NJ (9 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 21 days ago
  • Warren, NJ (9 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 21 days ago

About Pharming Pharming Group N.V. (Nasdaq: PHAR/Euronext Amsterdam: PHARM) is a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming the lives of patients with rare, debilitating, and...

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Somerset, NJ

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Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Somerset, 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 Somerset, 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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