**CORPORATE COUNSEL - COMMERCIAL TRANSACTIONS - CORPORATE OFFICE - AUSTIN, MN** **HORMEL FOODS CORPORATION** To save time applying, Hormel Foods does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas for this position at this time. **ABOUT HORMEL FOODS —** **_Inspired People. Inspired Food.™_** Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minn., is a global branded food company with over $12 billion in annual revenue across more than 80 countries worldwide. Its brands include _SKIPPY®_ , _SPAM_ ®, _Hormel® Natural Choice®, Applegate®, Justin’s®, Wholly®, Hormel® Black Label®, Columbus®_ and more than 30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named on the “Global 2000 World’s Best Employers” list by Forbes magazine for three straight years, is one of Fortune magazine’s most admired companies, has appeared on Corporate Responsibility Magazine’s “The 100 Best Corporate Citizens” list for the 12th year in a row, and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. The company lives by its purpose statement — _Inspired People. Inspired Food.™_ — to bring some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands to tables across the globe. For more information, visit www.hormelfoods.com and http://csr.hormelfoods.com/ . **Responsibilities** We are seeking a full-time commercial contracts lawyer to join our collegial, collaborative and inspired legal team. Reporting to the Vice President, Deputy General Counsel and Assistant Secretary, the successful candidate will partner with business colleagues to deliver our business priorities. They will draft, review, negotiate, and manage a wide variety of commercial contracts, and support legal aspects of the management of our real estate portfolio. Specific responsibilities include: + Drafting and reviewing an array of commercial contracts, including contracts related to real estate transactions + Negotiating contract terms + Providing legal advice to – and securing buy-in from -business colleagues on contract interpretation and obligations, as well as on real estate transactions + Identifying and mitigating potential legal risks within contractual agreements + Maintaining organized records of executed contracts, real estate files and related documents, including within our contract management systems + Collaborating with other departments to gather necessary information for contract development + Resolving contract-related disputes + Updating contractual and real estate related policies and procedures as needed to align with current laws and evolving best practices + Creating form provisions and documents related to contracting and real estate transactions + Developing and conducting contracts training for business partners + Conducting legal research to support contract negotiations and developments + Working with and training commercial transactions paralegals + Committing to promoting the development of one's own legal and business skills, industry knowledge, and to maintaining an inclusive and engaging working environment + Other opportunities as assigned **Qualifications** The successful candidate will exhibit unmatched ethical standards, a passion for client service, a strong work ethic, and a can-do attitude. The successful candidate will be skilled at balancing business and legal risks and managing multiple projects at one time. Specific qualifications are: + Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school + Active license to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction; ability to become licensed in Minnesota + Minimum of 5 - 7 years of experience as a commercial transactions attorney or in a related legal role in a law firm or in-house law department; some law firm experience preferred + Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities + Excellent written and verbal communication skills + Attention to detail and a meticulous approach to reviewing documents + Ability to work independently and as part of a team + Proficiency in legal research and writing + Exceptional negotiation and communication skills + Demonstrated ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously + Familiarity with food industry-specific contract regulations and standards is a plus + Advanced understanding of contract law and commercial terms + Experience with contract management software + Demonstrated curiosity; able to quickly learn new areas and business considerations; comfortable with change + Able to manage company confidential information and data requiring the highest degree of attention to preserve confidentiality + Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite and legal research tools + Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States + Applicants must not now, or in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa **Location:** Austin, MN (Global Headquarters) A comprehensive relocation package to the Austin, MN area will be offered, if required. At Hormel Foods, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base hiring pay range for the Corporate Counsel role is $120,000 - $168,000 per year, and your actual base pay within that range will depend upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skill set, level of experience, and geographic market location. **BENEFITS:** Other components of Hormel Foods' total compensation package include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, discretionary annual merit increases, bonuses and profit sharing, 401(k) with employer match, stock purchase plan, relocation assistance, paid time off, free two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees, and more. **TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:** 10% of the time For immediate consideration, apply online at: www.hormelfoods.com/careers **_At Hormel we invite difference and diversity in all aspects. We offer a space of support, understanding, and community. We are committed to the journey! Learn more about our progress here:_** **_https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/_** **_Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status._** **Requisition ID** : 27472 Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.