"Enhancing the Lives of Those We Touch by Helping People Reach Their Goals"
For over 29 years, Melaleuca has taken this mission statement to heart. It is our guiding principle. Everything we accomplish is done with an eye toward promoting the physical, environmental, financial, and personal wellness of those around us. Our focus has always been on wellness. By manufacturing and selling effective, high-quality, natural, health-oriented products, we help people live more vibrant, healthier, and happier lives. When you walk through the doors at Melaleuca, you can feel it immediately. This is The Wellness Company.
In our more than 29 years of operation, we have achieved consistent and profitable growth, with our 2013 revenue hitting a staggering $1.2 billion dollars. We now have over 3,400 employees and offices in 11 countries. Melaleuca is positioned to grow even more rapidly in upcoming years. To help keep up with this growth we are looking for outstanding Associate General Counsel to join our team.
Job Summary
Reporting to the General Counsel the AGC represents Melaleuca, Inc. with respect to all pending and potential litigation or other dispute resolution matters, including all aspects of discover and e-discovery, data gathering and case management. Associate General Counsel also represents Melaleuca, Inc. in negotiating and drafting of commercial agreements. The position requires a general background in a wide range of litigation matters, binding arbitration as well as a general background in corporate law, commercial transactions, and intellectual property.
Key expectations include:
Must be an experienced litigator capable of personally litigating every aspect of multiple ongoing cases, including but not limited to the following: personally appearing in state and federal courts, drafting briefs, responding to and drafting discovery, taking and defending depositions, handling motions practice, and reviewing and compiling documents in response to discovery.
Independently manage case load and serve as point person for legal holds, discovery/e-discovery and service of process.
Supervise paralegal(s), outside counsel and litigation consultants (including related invoice review).
Coordinate with the General Counsel on periodic reporting on litigation results, budgets, forecasts, exposure analysis and litigation strategies to the Management Team, as well as evaluating litigation strategies, expenses and reserves with the Company’s independent auditors, risk managers and business unit leaders.
Work closely with department heads and other team members to structure deals that strike the right balance between achieving business opportunities and mitigating risks. Draft and negotiate contracts to memorialize these deals.
Support non-litigation projects such as drafting company policies and serving as Legal Department’s designee on various committees.
To be a good fit for this opportunity you will have:
The AGC will have a strong track record of successful outcomes in corporate litigation. You a strong leader of projects and people with an open and direct style who practices participative management, adaptability and team building; they will strive for continued personal development and growth.
In addition, the individual will have successfully influenced and worked with resources across cross functional departments including Sales, Customer Marketing, Operations, and Finance. He/she will possess over 3 years of progressive litigation experience in more challenging and fiscally responsible positions.
Professional Experience required:
JD; Member of at least one state bar and ability to gain admission to Idaho Bar
Three-Five years combined experience, primarily in commercial litigation and arbitration, with a law firm, government agency and/or in-house legal department, as well as corporate law and commercial transactions
Prior experience managing legal professionals and outside counsel and experts
Summarizes information and analysis effectively and concisely in verbal and written form
Ability to independently manage caseload and other projects
Comfortably leads internal group meetings with peers and department heads
Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred Qualifications & Background
In-depth experience with the job responsibilities outlined above.
Experience with a multinational corporation, major law firm or government agency
Graduate of highly respected law school
Law Review
Top 10% of class
Judicial Clerkship
Just as important as your experience and skills will be the following characteristics and competencies:
A natural orientation for continuous improvement and problem solving.
A collaborative approach and willingness to engage in an environment of active idea sharing.
Sharp organizational skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
The ability to produce consistent quality under deadline pressure while paying careful attention to detail.
Self-motivation and a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
Company Description
Melaleuca is one of the leading Health and Wellness companies in the world with over 3,400 employees, revenues in excess of $1.2B and offices in 11 countries. We carefully craft innovative consumer goods products used every day with the highest standards of safety, health, and wellness in mind.
Great culture—the legal team is comprised of experienced and passionate attorneys that have practiced law all over the world; you'll become a part of a fast-paced team that is an integral part of Melaleuca’s business operations. Like the rest of Melaleuca, the legal team is proud to be part of a values-driven organization that treats employees with respect. Our employees and their families enjoy company parties and countless discounts around the community. We implement a very real open-door policy, and all employees are on a first name basis—it feels more like a family than a multi-national corporation.
Excellent compensation—in addition to a competitive wage and bonus incentive program, we offer comprehensive benefits for our full-time employees that include all you would expect plus some remarkable surprises, such as a longevity bonus. We provide childcare, a fitness center, free concierge service, and an employee restaurant.
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