General Counsel Jobs in Kennett Square, PA

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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Legal Counsel -Commercial Equipment Finance and Leasing

  • Malvern, PA (15 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Malvern, PA (15 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 3 days ago

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Senior Counsel - Commercial

  • West Chester, PA (10 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • West Chester, PA (10 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Job Description Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Counsel to join our legal team to support the CFM Programs product lines. The ideal candidate will have a strong...

Assistant General Counsel - PHISCO (Hybrid)

  • Newark, DE (17 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Newark, DE (17 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Who We Are We're powering a cleaner, brighter future. Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work...

Sr Counsel - Commercial - Remote

  • Berwyn, PA (17 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Berwyn, PA (17 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 9 days ago

The Senior Counsel will also lead a team of contract analysts and paraprofessionals, and support internal investigations, litigation, and M&A activities....

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Sr Counsel - Commercial

  • Berwyn, PA (17 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Berwyn, PA (17 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 10 days ago

The Senior Counsel will also lead a team of contract analysts and paraprofessionals, and support internal investigations, litigation, and M&A activities....

Senior Counsel, Corporate Governance

  • Malvern, PA (15 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Malvern, PA (15 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 13 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...

Associate General Counsel - Digital Advertising, Data, & IP

  • Newark, DE (17 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Newark, DE (17 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 16 days ago

When you join Sallie Mae, you become a champion for all students. Were on a mission to power confidence as students begin their unique journey. To help them plan their higher education,...

AVP, Sr. Counsel, Life & Annuities

  • Radnor, PA (21 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Radnor, PA (21 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 16 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

  • Wilmington, DE (14 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (14 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 22 days ago

Counsel; collaborate with other regional legal leads on cross-regional issues, the International Compliance and Governance Officer, and with U.S. domestic teams on matters that affect multiple business...

SAP Sr. Legal Counsel, Intellectual Property

  • Newtown Square, PA (16 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Newtown Square, PA (16 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 24 days ago

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

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

  • Newark, DE (17 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Newark, DE (17 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 29 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 Legal Counsel, Wordings

  • Exton, PA (12 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Exton, PA (12 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Knowledge: Experience in Claims, Underwriting and/or coverage litigation. Knowledgeable in insurance laws and regulations....

Conseil juridique principale/Senior Legal Counsel

  • Radnor, PA (21 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Radnor, PA (21 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

applicable laws and regulations regarding commercial matters Assisting with training of Company personnel in contract practices and negotiation strategies Assisting with other matters as assigned including litigation...

North America Regional Counsel

  • Wilmington, DE (14 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (14 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Counsel and Americas Regional General Counsel; 2) enable the companys strategy and operations by providing practical, solution-oriented approaches to a broad range of complex legal issues and risks...

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Senior Counsel, Corporate & Strategic Transactions

  • Malvern, PA (15 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Malvern, PA (15 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities: Provide strategic legal counsel on a wide range of corporate and commercial transactions....

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Kennett Square, PA

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Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Kennett Square, PA 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 Kennett Square, PA
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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