Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
We are looking for an experienced Attorney/Lawyer to provide legal support for a manufacturing organization in West Middlesex, Pennsylvania. This Long-term Contract position will focus on strengthening contract governance, advising on supplier and contractor agreements, and partnering closely with internal stakeholders on procurement-related legal matters. The ideal candidate brings strong in-house counsel experience, sound judgment, and the ability to improve agreement processes within a complex business environment.
Responsibilities:
- Review, revise, and organize existing contract portfolios to improve consistency, reduce risk, and support efficient legal operations.
- Draft, negotiate, and manage agreements involving vendors, contractors, and subcontractors across business functions.
- Work closely with procurement teams to provide practical legal guidance during sourcing, purchasing, and supplier engagement activities.
- Support legal review of commercial terms for manufacturing-related transactions, including domestic and global supplier arrangements.
- Contribute to merger and acquisition contract integration efforts by simplifying and aligning agreement structures where needed.
- Advise internal partners on contract interpretation, obligations, and potential exposure tied to commercial relationships.
- Help establish more streamlined contract management practices that align with business priorities and compliance expectations.
- Active bar membership in good standing is required.
- 5-8 years of in-house counsel experience supporting business operations is required.
- Background in contract drafting, negotiation, and administration for vendor and service agreements.
- Experience partnering with procurement or supply chain teams on commercial legal matters.
- Exposure to manufacturing environments is required; global manufacturing experience is preferred.
- Familiarity with contract work related to mergers, acquisitions, or post-transaction agreement alignment.
- Strong legal writing, issue-spotting, and stakeholder communication skills.