Pep Boys · 2 months ago
VP - Deputy General Counsel
Bala-Cynwyd, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expPep Boys is a leading automotive service and retail company, seeking a VP - Deputy General Counsel to oversee contracts, compliance, corporate transactions, and governance. This high-impact role involves providing strategic legal counsel, managing corporate governance activities, and leading the legal department to ensure alignment with business objectives and compliance standards.
AutomotiveRetailService Industry
Responsibilities
Serves as a key legal and strategic advisor to the CLHRO and management
Collaborates closely with the CLHRO and members of the legal team and management to integrate legal and compliance priorities with company strategy, operations and culture
Builds trusted relationships with the senior management and business leaders to facilitate sound decision-making and enterprise resilience
Serves as Assistant Corporate Secretary for Icahn Automotive Group and Pep Boy, and their subsidiaries
Manages all governance activities, including resolutions and subsidiary compliance filings
Partners with the ELT on board submissions and ensures alignment with corporate governance best practices
Oversees corporate entity management, records, charters and certifications across all jurisdictions
Advises on governance standards and corporate procedures to ensure compliance and transparency
In partnership with the CLHRO, helps to lead and develop a high-performing legal team spanning litigation, real estate, employment, contracts, and compliance
Assists with department administration, including budgeting, staffing, outside counsel management, professional development and performance management
Implements best-in-class legal operations — matter management, e-billing, metrics tracking and knowledge management systems
Works to establishes clear KPIs and accountability metrics to measure departmental performance and efficiency
Promotes a culture of teamwork, transparency and continuous improvement within the legal department
Oversees enterprise-wide compliance and ethics programs, including anti-bribery/FCPA and others
Collaborates with the CLHRO and management to maintain a culture of integrity, compliance, and ethical leadership
Ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations and internal policies through proactive oversight and education
Leads legal strategy and execution for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, internal reorganizations and other corporate transactions
Manages due diligence, transaction structuring, negotiation, and post-closing integration
Serves as a resource for internal contracts team, and helps to ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures
Coordinates with AGC - Real Estate on real estate legal matters including acquisitions, leasing, construction, environmental and zoning issues
Oversees IP portfolio with the assistance of external counsel and internal team
Provides practical, solution-oriented advice on a broad range of business issues, including marketing, IP, consumer protection, data privacy, insurance, franchise, regulatory matters and others
Anticipates emerging legal and regulatory risks; develops mitigation strategies and ensures operational readiness
Supports enterprise initiatives that strengthen governance, compliance and corporate reputation
Qualification
Required
Doctorate of Law coupled with 10-15 years of experience
Admitted to practice law, and in good standing in, at least one U.S. jurisdiction
Ability to operate as an internal resource for our Associate General Counsel - Corporate and Compliance on all contract related matters
Establish successful business relationships and think in practical, solution-oriented and commercial ways
Successfully negotiate business agreements and to resolve disputes with business partners
Conceptualize and analyze multiple scenarios in solving broadly defined or complex business problems
Effectively communicate complex messages to diverse audiences at all organization levels
Maintain a comprehensive contract management system to track contract status, renewal dates, and key terms
Capacity to analyze legal issues, identify potential risks, and develop strategic solutions
Has strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively
Proven ability to use computer software and applications, including Microsoft Office, Teams, and Excel to share, retrieve, research and present business and legal information
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Life insurance
Short Term Disability
Supplemental benefits
401(k) with company match
PTO and holiday pay
On-demand pay partner (DailyPay)
Reduced benefits available for part-time team members
Company
Pep Boys
Pep Boys is an automotive aftermarket chain and retailer that offers quality auto repair and car parts.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2015-12-31Acquired
Leadership Team
Joe Auriemma
Chief Executive Officer
Scott Collette
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
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