Business Unit General Counsel – Windows & Doors

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in North Carolina.

📋 Description

• Act as the main legal advisor and trusted counsel for the leadership team of the Windows & Doors business unit.

• Offer proactive legal advice that is in line with strategic goals.

• Engage in strategic planning and provide assessments of legal risks.

• Assist with mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.

• Provide counsel on corporate governance issues.

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts.

• Oversee customer and vendor contract portfolios.

• Support sales teams during contract negotiations and deal structuring.

• Advise on pricing strategies, terms and conditions, and management of commercial risks.

• Address contract disputes and manage claims.

• Ensure adherence to industry-specific regulations and antitrust laws.

• Track regulatory changes and evaluate their impact on the business.

• Create compliance policies and procedures.

• Provide legal and compliance training.

• Support legal requirements related to environmental, health, and safety.

• Counsel on trade compliance, tariffs, and import/export regulations.

• Advise on product development, launches, and lifecycle management.

• Assist with the protection of intellectual property.

• Review marketing materials and communications related to products.

• Manage product liability issues, construction defect litigation, and insurance warranty claims.

• Assist with real estate transactions, including facility leases and acquisitions.

• Counsel on legal matters related to supply chain and logistics.

• Oversee litigation and manage outside counsel.

• Manage the legal budget and relationships with outside counsel.

⛳️ Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

• Licensed to practice law.

• A minimum of 10 years of legal experience.

• Preferably at least 4 years of experience supporting a business unit.

• Experience in the manufacturing, industrial products, or construction/building materials sector is preferred.

• Background in commercial law, contracts, litigation/claims, and regulatory compliance is essential.

• Experience in managing relationships with outside counsel and legal budgets.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to convert complex legal concepts into practical business advice.

• Strong business acumen and comprehension of business priorities.

• Flexibility to adapt to changes and resolve conflicts effectively.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits available from day one for full-time team members.

• Paid time off (PTO).

• Paid holidays.

• Flexible spending account (FSA).

• Life insurance.

• Long-term disability (LTD).

• Short-term disability (STD).

• 401(k) plan.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Discount programs.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Training opportunities.

• Professional development support.