Assistant General Counsel

## Assistant General Counsel - Employment Apply:
Sysco Corporate:
Full time:
Posted Today:
R267195
** Company:
** US6469 Sysco Payroll, Division of Sysco Resources Services, LLC
** Sales Territory:
** None
* * Zip Code:
** 77077
* * Travel Percentage:
** Up to 25%
** COMPENSATION*
* ** INFORMATION:
** The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison.  Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors
** Our Global Support Center/ Corporate Office is in the Energy Corridor- off I10 and N Eldridge.
**** Address:
* 1390 Enclave Pkwy, Houston, TX 77077
***** This is a hybrid position requiring an on-site presence 3 to 4 days per week. Please note that the number of days on-site can increase based on business needs.
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* Job Summary:

** The Assistant General Counsel is responsible for providing legal counsel and risk assessment regarding employment, contract/transactional, EHS or litigation matters to Sysco Corporation and its sites covering all aspects of the business located in certain geographic areas globally. Serves as the primary legal support for a variety of business professionals, such as senior management, company executives and/or leadership of key GSC functions.

Manages and selects outside counsel and develops strategies for litigation and commercial contracts at various sites globally. Directs pre-litigation employment matters and responses to complaints received by opposing counsel and government agencies. Partners with leadership of key GSC functions, including Corporate Claims, Human Resources, Sales, Operations, Finance, Merchandising, Safety and Compliance, to support key initiatives for the overall organization.
** Responsibilities:
*** Provide daily advice and counsel regarding legal compliance and risk avoidance
* Direct, manage, and develop strategy for respective legal matters
* Manage outside counsel fees and costs to maintain efficiency
* Direct, manage, and develop strategy for responses to complaints filed with government agencies and other pre-litigation matters
* Participate in cross-functional teams to provide legal guidance and to support the development and execution of enterprise-wide initiatives, policies and strategies
* Prepare materials and conduct training for internal business clients regarding strategic initiatives and other relevant legal matters
** Education/

Experience:

*** Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
* 5+ years legal experience, including practicing and litigating at either a law firm or a company (can be a combination)
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* Skills:

*** Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to provide sound, clear legal advice to senior executives and other Sysco senior leaders; creative problem solving; aptitude to work collaboratively; ability to effectively and efficiently manage multiple time-sensitive projects simultaneously; strong leadership skills and client service orientation.  Ability to manage high volume of employment, litigation and contract matters.
** Language

Skills:

*** Above-average command of English, both oral and written, and excellent grammar, proofreading, punctuation and spelling skills.
** Mathematical

Skills:

*** Above-average arithmetical skills.
** Physical Demands:
*** The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
* High energy level required. Ability, physically and mentally, to simultaneously handle several…