Tennant Company · 1 week ago
Director, Sr. Counsel Corporate and Innovation
Eden Prairie, MN
Contract
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$170K/yr - $255K/yr
5+ years expTennant Company is a globally recognized leader in the cleaning equipment industry, committed to creating innovative and sustainable solutions. The Senior Counsel, Corporate and Innovation will provide strategic legal counsel in areas such as intellectual property and technology, while collaborating with various leadership teams to navigate complex business challenges.
ConsumerIndustrialMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Create, implement, manage, and develop strategies for the Marketing, Engineering, IT, and Sourcing leadership teams and provide exceptional guidance on complex business problems
Lead end-to-end intellectual property processes including education about the company strategy, outside counsel management, strategic decision making, and partnerships with other teams on innovation efforts within Tennant
Responsible for end-to-end innovative and collaborative legal counsel on emerging technology, and risks, including product development. Evaluate licensing and/or protection of intellectual property as new products are developed in cooperation with product teams
Draft and negotiate a variety of complex contracts with suppliers, partner companies, universities, and other entities to support business objectives
Work closely with the marketing team to support various marketing initiatives and branding needs, including trademark strategy and execution, and literature review
Lead legal support for global direct and indirect global supply chain, transportation, and trade
Gain a general familiarity and understanding of other matters within the corporate legal team’s scope of responsibility so as to provide back-up and additional support when needed and to further develop as a well-rounded strategic partner
Coach, develop, and mentor teams driving a strong internal talent bench and high performance culture
Collaborate with internal and external clients at all levels to effectively minimize legal risk to the business while supporting the achievement of the company’s business and strategic objectives
Develop a comprehensive understanding of the company’s business and business practices; engage in a participative and proactive style of legal practice in order to best serve internal clients
Develop, implement, and execute policies, procedures, guidance, training materials and other interpretations of laws and regulations to ensure compliance
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctorate required
Licensed to practice law in Minnesota
Minimum Experience: 5 years' experience as an attorney, with experience in both an external law firm and in-house corporate role for a public company desired
Demonstrated ability to clearly and succinctly deliver legal advice both orally and in writing to business partners
Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, organize and accurately prioritize work, be detail-oriented, and use good judgment in varied situations
Ability to give direction and manage a team
Willingness to be flexible with time and adjust to a changing work environment
Demonstrated skills in project management, communication, influencing, decision-making, problem solving, organization, teamwork and developing talent
Ability to juggle multiple and competing priorities
A practical problem solver with a customer focus, collaborating to manage appropriate risk while accomplishing business objectives
Preferred
International experience
Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial agreements (sourcing and IT)
Firm understanding of intellectual property and data privacy
Benefits
Health insurance
401(k)
Profit sharing
Disability
Life insurance
Paid time off
Voluntary benefits
Company
Tennant Company
Tennant Company is a recognized leader of the cleaning industry.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Dave Huml
President & CEO
Tom Paulson
CFO
Recent News
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