General Counsel Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Senior Legal Counsel, FinTech & Investment Fund Compliance

  • Envestnet
  • Berwyn, PA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Berwyn, PA
  • 6 hours ago

The ideal candidate will possess a Juris Doctor, extensive experience with financial regulations, and the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the organization....

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Senior Legal Counsel

  • Alstom
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital...

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Senior Counsel-Employment Law

  • Albertsons Companies
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago

Why choose us? Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand! At Albertsons...

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Assistant General Counsel (Regulatory)

  • Willis Towers Watson
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 3 days ago

Description The Role Providing advice across all business segments on legal and insurance regulatory issues Negotiate numerous standard and complex corporate and commercial agreements,...

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Attorney-Advisor (Tax) - Special Counsel (INTL)

  • Department Of The Treasury
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 3 days ago

Summary With nearly 1,700 attorneys, IRS Chief Counsel is the largest tax law firm nationwide. Our attorneys are among top tax law practitioners and some of the very best legal minds found...

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Associate Senior Counsel, Real Estate (Global Real Estate)

  • 390 Cigna-Evernorth Services Inc.
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 days ago

The Associate Senior Counsel is a member of the Investment Law team and serves as the primary legal advisor and subject matter expert in support of The Cigna Group's corporate leasing and real...

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Associate General Counsel, Legal

  • Coherent, Inc.
  • Saxonburg, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Saxonburg, PA
  • 4 days ago

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Associate Counsel

  • Avantor
  • United, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • United, PA
  • 4 days ago

The Opportunity: Avantor is looking for an Associate Counsel to serve as a member of the technology and information security legal team. The Associate Counsel, Technology is a pragmatic and...

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Senior Counsel-Employment Law

  • Albertsons Company Inc.
  • Malvern, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Malvern, PA
  • 4 days ago

Why choose us? Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand! At Albertsons...

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AIC - General Counsel

  • Aquatech International LLC
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 5 days ago

Learn more at www.aquatech.com Aquatech is seeking a dynamic and experienced General Counsel to serve as the company's top legal executive. This position is full-time in our Canonsburg, PA office....

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Senior Counsel--Executive Compensation

  • Highmark Health
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 5 days ago

Sign In Search for Jobs Senior Counsel--Executive Compensation page is loaded Senior Counsel--Executive Compensation Apply locations PA - Pittsburgh (15222) PA - Philadelphia DC - Washington AL -...

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Head of Legal North America

  • Siemens Healthineers AG
  • Malvern, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Malvern, PA
  • 5 days ago

Join us in pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably. Our inspiring and caring environment forms a global community that celebrates diversity and individuality....

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Associate Counsel

  • Tiny Toes Learning Center,LLC
  • Reading, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Reading, PA
  • 6 days ago

Associate Counsel - Employment & Litigation READING, PA 1 DAYS AGO 22598695 Summary READING, PA Remote Competitive Salary 3 Years Experience High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED)...

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Senior Counsel--Executive Compensation

  • PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 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...

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Senior Counsel, US Vaccines Commercial

  • GSK
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 7 days ago

Juris Doctor (J.D.)...

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Pennsylvania

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

Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Pennsylvania offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
73.4%
Bachelor's Degree
13.5%
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 Pennsylvania
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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