Job Title

Corporate Counsel – Seaman Corporation – Job # 283819722

Company

Seaman Corporation

 

Location

Wooster

 

Closing Date

02/08/2025

Job Details

 WHO WE ARE: At Seaman Corporation, we are dedicated to creating and supplying quality, high-performance fabrics that protect our planet, our people, and our customers. From humble beginnings in 1949 to a multi-million-dollar organization, this family-owned business has grown to be a leading manufacturer in highly durable coated fabrics, supplying products to customers around the globe.

Every Seaman Corporation associate plays a valuable role in our company’s continuous growth. We believe by investing in the right people and resources, we can drive sustainable growth across the entire business.

Seaman Corporation products are composed of proprietary knitted or woven base fabrics and coating formulas to produce high performance roofing systems, geomembrane liners, truck tarps, architectural structures, and much more. We work exclusively with authorized fabricators, designers, consultants, engineers, and installers for quality solutions start to finish.

 

WHAT WE OFFER:

  • Company performance bonus in addition to base salary
  • Flexible work opportunities including flex schedules and remote work from home up to two days per week (if applicable to role)
  • Professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement, course training, and networking
  • A competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off (PTO), volunteer time off (VTO), and paid holidays
  • Fun and engaging activities including department outings, holiday parties, and our annual company-wide dinner

 

Seaman Corporation is seeking a Corporate Counsel to join our team! This position will report to our General Counsel, Terry Link, in Wooster.

 

POSITION SUMMARY: As a Corporate Counsel, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding our organization against legal risks by advising business units on legal matters related to their operations, including: contracts, compliance, corporate governance, and mergers and acquisitions . You will be involved in structuring, drafting, and reviewing a variety of legal contracts and documents, as well as assisting in identifying and managing legal risks and developing strategies to mitigate them. Additionally, you will develop company policies and positions on various legal issues and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Assist General Counsel with drafting and reviewing non-disclosure agreements, vendor supply chain agreements, customer agreements, terms and conditions, and other commercial agreements and documents
  • Conduct legal and factual research and provide written analyses
  • Review and assist with preparation of documents and legal due diligence for real estate and M&A transactions
  • Assist with routine Ohio Secretary of State corporate filings
  • Assist with the use of contract management system
  • Provide strategic legal counsel and advice to cross-functional stakeholders and senior leaders on a broad range of matters
  • Assist with enterprise risk management process to identify and manage strategic risks
  • Collaborate with outside counsel, where necessary
  • Provides training and guidance on legal issues and corporate policies
  • Assist in managing and resolving business disputes

 

Job Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a law firm and/or corporate legal department

 

COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should be aligned with our company values and demonstrate the following competencies:

Do What’s Right:

Safety: Safety is our priority and everyone’s responsibility. If you see something unsafe, you are called to say something.

  • Customer Focus: We are in business for the customer. Our (internal and external) customers deserve our focus, and we can create solutions that solve their needs.
  • Integrity: Our words and actions reflect our values, and we hold respect for all individuals.

 

Work Together:

  • Collaboration: We must share openly with one another, listen actively, and seek to understand the needs of our colleagues. We will respect diversity and work to find common ground.
  • Teamwork: We will trust the person and attack the process.

 

Create Solutions:

  • Entrepreneurism: Act with a spirit of entrepreneurism, challenge the status quo, and find innovative solutions to our obstacles.
  • Continuous Improvement: Everyone is an advocate for continuous improvement. Be willing to learn something new and accept that failure is a part of the process.
  • Results: At the end of the day, results are what drive us forward. Hold yourself accountable to remove roadblocks and focus on the outcome over the activity.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

 

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 10% Qualified candidates should apply online at www.seamancorp.com/careers .

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V

To build a diverse workforce, Seaman Corporation encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women.

Seaman Corporation is a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug screening required.

 

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