PURPOSE:
Reporting to UNFI’s Senior Counsel, Corporate & Strategic Transactions, this position will support the Corporate & Strategic Transactions and Security & Governance Teams within the UNFI Legal Department by drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial/vendor agreements supporting UNFI’s business operations, as well as assisting with securities and corporate governance matters.
Job Responsibilities
Percentage
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial/vendor agreements in support of UNFI’s business operations, including service agreements, supply agreements, amendments, and statements of work relating to services, transportation, logistics, and goods not for resale; support the rollout of standardized vendor agreement templates across the organization
50%
Assist with securities and corporate governance matters, including ’33 Act and ‘34 Act compliance, preparation of board meeting agendas/materials, maintenance of corporate documents and records, managing the annual D&O questionnaire process and supporting with the annual investor engagement program.
30%
Advise business clients (including senior management) on a day-to-day basis on contract status and other contract-related matters.
10%
Conduct training to support company contracting practices, policies, and initiatives.
5%
Assist with other legal and compliance matters, as needed.
5%
Total
100%
· Performs other relevant job duties as required.
· J.D. degree or equivalent
· Membership in good standing with a state bar and the ability to register as in-house counsel pursuant to the applicable state rules.
Experience:· Minimum 5 years’ experience in a law firm or corporate legal department, including experience with corporate law and drafting/negotiating commercial contracts.
· Securities and corporate governance experience a plus.
Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:· Detail and process oriented.
· Strong organizational skills.
· Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiating skills.
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
· Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
· Ability to interact with all levels of management/senior leadership.
· Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.
POSITION DESCRIPTION· Ability to proactively reach out to other areas of the business to request information and follow up with associates.
· Comfortable in a virtual/electronic environment.
· Have a mindset that strives for continuous improvement.
· Ability to adapt to a changing work environment and be flexible in approach.
· Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at desk or computer terminal.
· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
· Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephones and other office equipment in the course of normal workday.
· Stooping, bending, twisting and reaching may be required in completion of job duties.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by the employees assigned to this job. All employees must comply with Company policy and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified may vary within each department and/or location.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Company: United Natural Foods Inc. ApplyCompensation:
UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.
Benefits:
For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), Click HERE for Washington-specific paid time off details.
Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Sales Positions Only: For sales positions that are commission-based, the above range is an estimate of total potential commission-based compensation during an associate’s first year, but UNFI offers an introductory period minimum of $680 per week. After the introductory period, as a 100% commission-based role, there is no set salary. UNFI’s commission plans are uncapped and average earnings vary depending on territory and sales achieved, among other factors.
UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
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