Associate General Counsel
Trans Ova GeneticsURUS is seeking an experienced Transactional/Business Attorney in its Madison (Wisconsin) office to support its worldwide agriculture services biotech business as Associate General Counsel. The attorney will work closely with the General Counsel and will be a key contributor to the legal team to ensure a high level of service while protecting the business. Opportunities are abundant for growth into multiple areas of interest.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage, draft, and negotiate contracts and terms and conditions.
Help the business develop template agreements and streamlined processes.
Help manage, prepare, and comply with governance documents.
Aid the General Counsel in compliance and growth efforts across the business, including possibly M&A, trademarks management, privacy/GDPR, sanctions, and KYC matters (with no experience in those areas being required before hire).
Job Requirements:
JD from an accredited US law school
Minimum experience with contracts: 7 years, preferably with some M&A, trademarks, privacy/GDPR, sanctions, or KYC experience
Ability to work full-time with at least half worked onsite in our Madison, WI office
Strong attention to detail with a passion for improving processes
Curiosity regarding the business and a desire to help farmers worldwide with Better Cows for a Better World
Ability to manage multiple work streams
Desire to learn new topics, gain new skills, and grow professionally