In-House Counsel (Onsite)

Gwynedd Manufacturing, a leading defense contractor based in North Wales, PA, is dedicated to producing high-quality products for the U.S. Department of Defense and various federal agencies. We pride ourselves on our commitment to innovation, compliance, and excellence in everything we do.

The In-House Counsel (Onsite) will be responsible for providing comprehensive legal advice and support to the company in various matters, including contracts, compliance, intellectual property, litigation management, employment matters, commercial matters and corporate governance. This role will collaborate with various departments to ensure that all business operations adhere to legal standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice and guidance on various business matters to leadership.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements to protect the company’s interests.
• Manage matters placed with outside IP counsel, including managing communications and decision-making processes.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations applicable to the manufacturing industry.
• Assist in risk management by identifying potential legal issues and developing mitigation strategies.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to support legal needs and align with business objectives.
• Manage litigation and dispute resolution processes when necessary.
• Stay updated on legal developments and best practices relevant to the company’s operations.
• Provide legal advice and guidance on employment matters, including contracts, disputes and benefit matters.
• Conduct training sessions for employees on legal compliance and company policies.

Requirements

• Active license to practice law in the state of Pennsylvania.
• A minimum of 15 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in-house or within a law firm focused on corporate or commercial law.
• Strong knowledge of contract law, regulatory compliance, employment law and risk management.
• Experience with litigation management, commercial matters and corporate law.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in the manufacturing or defense industry is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical – IBC
• Dental –  The Standard Insurance Company
• Vision – IBC – included in medical premium
• Company Paid Life Insurance – The Standard Insurance Company
• Group Additional Life and AD&D Insurance-The Standard
• Group Short and Long Term Disability Insurance- The Standard
• 401 (k) w/ match – Aon (VOYA) (90 Days after full-time hire)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 Company Paid Holidays
• Complimentary breakfast and lunch everyday for all employees

Gwynedd Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties and responsibilities. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties to this job at any time.