Summary
Under the general direction of Hyperion's Corporate Counsel, the Associate Counsel, Commercial & Compliance provides legal support to Hyperion's global business operations, with primary responsibility for commercial contracting and supporting the Company's corporate ethics and compliance program. The position is responsible for reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and advising on a broad range of commercial agreements, identifying and mitigating contractual risks, and working collaboratively with business stakeholders to achieve commercial objectives. The Associate Counsel independently manages routine and moderately complex commercial legal matters and supports more complex matters under the guidance of Corporate Counsel. In addition, the Associate Counsel supports the development, administration, and continuous improvement of Hyperion's global ethics and compliance program, including corporate policies, compliance training, risk assessments, and compliance initiatives. The position also provides legal support to other corporate functions and assists with a variety of legal matters, strategic projects, and corporate initiatives. This is a hybrid position based in our Dublin, OH corporate location.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Commercial Contracts and Legal Advice
- Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on commercial agreements, including supply and purchase agreements, customer and vendor agreements, confidentiality agreements, and IT agreements.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual and commercial risks while supporting business objectives and applicable Company standards.
- Collaborate with commercial teams to lead or support negotiations with customers and vendors, escalating significant or complex issues as appropriate.
- Provide legal guidance to business stakeholders on contract interpretation, performance, disputes, and enforcement, in coordination with Corporate Counsel when appropriate.
- Research and support higher-complexity commercial matters under the direction of Corporate Counsel.
Corporate Ethics & Compliance
- Coordinate and support the administration and continuous improvement of Hyperion's global ethics and compliance program under the direction of the General Counsel and Corporate Counsel.
- Coordinate the activities of Hyperion's Global Compliance Committee, including meeting preparation, agenda development, documentation, tracking of action items, and follow-up with committee members.
- Coordinate the annual Global Compliance Risk Assessment process, including gathering stakeholder information, documenting identified risks, preparing assessment materials, and tracking related mitigation activities.
- Support the development, review, and implementation of corporate compliance policies and procedures.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external service providers to develop, implement, and administer compliance training addressing applicable legal and regulatory requirements and Company policies.
- Assist in the review and investigation of reported ethics and compliance concerns, working with Legal, Human Resources, and other relevant functions, as appropriate.
- Monitor and report on compliance initiatives, program activities, and emerging compliance matters, as directed by the General Counsel or Corporate Counsel.
Contract Management and Process Improvement
- Oversee the administration of Hyperion's contract management processes and systems, including required approvals, authorized execution, document retention, and maintenance of the Intelagree database.
- Develop and improve contract workflows, templates, guidance materials, and reporting tools to promote consistency, efficiency, and effective risk management.
- Develop and assist with delivering contract training for commercial stakeholders.
General Corporate Legal Support
- Provide legal support on matters involving Human Resources, Finance, Marketing, IT, Supply Chain, and other functions, as assigned.
- Assist with legal due diligence, strategic projects, and other corporate initiatives.
- Coordinate with outside counsel on assigned legal matters.
- Manage changing priorities and evolving business needs; perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Work Experience
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction and in good standing
- Ability to satisfy applicable in-house counsel registration or authorization requirements
- Two or more years of relevant experience in commercial contracting, corporate legal matters, or regulatory compliance, preferably in a corporate legal department or law firm.
- Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts.
Technical Skills/Physical Requirements
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of commercial contract law and general corporate legal principles.
- Ability to independently manage assigned legal matters, establish priorities, and meet deadlines, with appropriate escalation of complex issues.
- Strong business acumen and ability to balance legal considerations with commercial objectives.
- Analytical, reporting, presentation, and general project management skills; financial analytical skills desirable.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a legal team.
- Travel - Occasional travel nationally and internationally for meetings and training
