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Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.\nAt Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal - to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity - and responsibility - to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives.\nJoining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.\nThis position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.\nJoin Our Dynamic Legal Team at Nestlé!\nNestlé, the world's largest food company, is seeking a skilled Associate Counsel to join our Acquisitions, Business Development & Commercial (ABC) Transactions Team, which provides legal support for general commercial and business development transactions. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a diverse range of commercial contracts, including IT/software agreements, and provide legal support for each of Nestlé’s USA’s businesses, Procurement Team and certain other affiliates.\nKey Responsibilities:\nProvide expert legal advice on general commercial transactions and procurement-related issues, including transaction structuring, contract interpretation and enforcement, legal and regulatory compliance and corporate policies. Provide ongoing risk assessments and crisis management support. \nReview, draft, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including technology services and licensing, general services, marketing, vendor and customer supply, manufacturing, warehousing and supply chain, engineering, equipment leasing, terms and conditions of sale, and development agreements.\nManage and coordinate legal aspects of deals, ensuring proactive collaboration with internal stakeholders.\nOther duties, tasks, special projects, and responsibilities as assigned by the Head of the Transactions Team.\nWhat We're Looking For:\nJD from an accredited law school and current membership in the Virginia Bar\nMinimum of 3 years of relevant experience, including significant experience reviewing, drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and business development transactions.\nBackground representing large, complex businesses and working directly with senior leadership\nStrong commitment to client service and problem-solving.\nPreferred Experience:\n3+ years in a large law firm drafting contracts.\nExperience representing clients in the consumer packaged goods industry.\nExpertise in contract drafting and interpretation, business disputes, and compliance.\nSkills:\nExceptional contract drafting and negotiation skills.\nAbility to build trust and work effectively at all organizational levels.\nStrong critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.\nAbility to work in a collaborative team environment\nAbility to prioritize workload, self-manage projects, handle multiple tasks, and meet business deadlines\nAbility to adapt to evolving business and legal environment\nExcellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills\nA proven ability to achieve results\nDetail-oriented with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).\nThe approximate pay range for this position is $170,000 to $210,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location.\nNestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com)\nIt is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.\nTo our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.\nThe Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at  or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.\nThis position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.\nReview our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy.\nJob Requisition: 413680\nFoods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.\nAt Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal - to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity - and responsibility - to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives.\nJoining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.\nThis position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.\nJoin Our Dynamic Legal Team at Nestlé!\nNestlé, the world's largest food company, is seeking a skilled Associate Counsel to join our Acquisitions, Business Development & Commercial (ABC) Transactions Team, which provides legal support for general commercial and business development transactions. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a diverse range of commercial contracts, including IT/software agreements, and provide legal support for each of Nestlé’s USA’s businesses, Procurement Team and certain other affiliates.\nKey Responsibilities:\nProvide expert legal advice on general commercial transactions and procurement-related issues, including transaction structuring, contract interpretation and enforcement, legal and regulatory compliance and corporate policies. Provide ongoing risk assessments and crisis management support. \nReview, draft, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including technology services and licensing, general services, marketing, vendor and customer supply, manufacturing, warehousing and supply chain, engineering, equipment leasing, terms and conditions of sale, and development agreements.\nManage and coordinate legal aspects of deals, ensuring proactive collaboration with internal stakeholders.\nOther duties, tasks, special projects, and responsibilities as assigned by the Head of the Transactions Team.\nWhat We're Looking For:\nJD from an accredited law school and current membership in the Virginia Bar\nMinimum of 3 years of relevant experience, including significant experience reviewing, drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and business development transactions.\nBackground representing large, complex businesses and working directly with senior leadership\nStrong commitment to client service and problem-solving.\nPreferred Experience:\n3+ years in a large law firm drafting contracts.\nExperience representing clients in the consumer packaged goods industry.\nExpertise in contract drafting and interpretation, business disputes, and compliance.\nSkills:\nExceptional contract drafting and negotiation skills.\nAbility to build trust and work effectively at all organizational levels.\nStrong critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.\nAbility to work in a collaborative team environment\nAbility to prioritize workload, self-manage projects, handle multiple tasks, and meet business deadlines\nAbility to adapt to evolving business and legal environment\nExcellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills\nA proven ability to achieve results\nDetail-oriented with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).\nThe approximate pay range for this position is $170,000 to $210,000. 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