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The Associate CorporateCounsel provides legal support to UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement by assisting with contract review, legal research, policy development, and corporate governance activities. Working closely with members of the Legal team, this role supports day-to-day legal matters and helps ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies. This position offers an opportunity to develop expertise across a broad range of nonprofit, research, and corporate legal matters while partnering with stakeholders across the organization.\nUL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement At UL Research Institutes (ULRI) and UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE), we expand the boundaries of safety science to create a more secure and sustainable world. 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You’ll work with a diverse team of experts respected for their independence and transparency and build a network, because our approach is collaborative. We collaborate across disciplines, organizations, and geographies to build the global scientific response that today’s global challenges require.\nInteresting work: Every day is different for us here. We see what’s on the horizon and use our expertise to build the foundations of a safer future. You’ll have the opportunity to push the boundaries of human understanding as part of a team working to advance the public good.\nGrow and achieve: We learn, work, and grow together through targeted development, reward, and recognition programs.\nValues: Four core values guide our work: collaboration, respect, integrity, and beneficence. By living our values, we inspire the trust essential to fulfilling our mission and foster the partnerships that enable us to pursue a beneficent future in which we all can thrive.\nTotal Rewards: All employees at UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement are eligible for bonus compensation based on the level of the position. We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans and a generous 401k matching structure of up to 5% of eligible pay. Moreover, we invest an additional 4% into your retirement saving fund after your first year of continuous employment. Depending on your role, you may be able to discuss flexible working arrangements with your manager. We also provide employees with paid time off, including vacation, holiday, sick, and volunteer days.\nWhat makes you a great fit: While no one candidate will embody every quality, the successful candidate will bring many of the following professional competencies and personal attributes:\nFoundational knowledge of contract law, corporate law, and regulatory compliance principles.\nStrong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to review and interpret contracts and legal documents.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\nAbility to explain legal concepts clearly to non-legal stakeholders.\nAttention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.\nStrong organizational and project management skills.\nAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.\nSound judgment and commitment to ethical business practices.\nCollaborative approach and ability to build effective working relationships across functions. \nProfessional education and experience requirements for the role include:\nJuris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited, top-tier law school.\nBar admission in good standing in relevant jurisdiction.\n3+ years of relevant legal experience, with a proven track record in corporate law.\nExperience with a top law firm highly preferred.\nExperience with corporate governance and handling transactional matters.\nProfessional legal experience with nonprofit, academic, or research organization is preferred.\nAbout UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement are nonprofit organizations dedicated to advancing safety science research through the discovery and application of scientific knowledge. 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