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We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada, we achieve together, drive results and innovate to inspire. Drawn together by a shared passion for our customers and a spirit of fun, we deliver high-quality home furnishings that are expertly designed, responsibly sourced and bring beauty and function to people’s homes. From the day we opened our first store in Chicago in 1962 to the digital innovations that engage millions of customers today, our iconic brand is over 60 years in the making—and our story is still unfolding.

We’re here for it. We think you should be too . We’re looking for a driven professional with an inclusive mindset to join our team as the Senior Corporate Counsel, Contracts .

This is a hybrid position based out of our Northbrook, IL corporate office.

A day in the life as a Senior Corporate Counsel, Contracts…

• Oversee, manage and continuously improve contract review and approval process to facilitate efficient contract flow and organized record keeping; develop and provide training to associates on the contract review and approval process as needed
• Manage the Company’s contract approval and repository tool
• Review, draft and negotiate contracts and other legal arrangements and instruments, either directly or with outside counsel, in close collaboration with internal clients to achieve favorable and appropriate terms for the Company while mitigating risk
• Possess a sufficient level of expertise in the business operations and relevant systems, policies and procedures of the Company in order to deliver swift, sound and tailored legal advice on assigned functional areas and other subject matters as applicable
• Manage outside counsel relationships to ensure that the Company is receiving high-quality legal services at cost-effective rates
• Represent the Company’s legal function within the retail industry and the broader business community, including participation in industry trade groups and in legal associations, as appropriate
• Participate in continuing legal education opportunities as required to maintain a valid law license and be a member in good standing in at least one U.S. state bar, and to remain current on legal issues applicable to the responsibilities of the position
• Perform other duties and complete projects and assignments as assigned

What You’ll Bring To The Table…

• Excellent reading and written language (English), communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well as part of a team and with a wide array of individuals and levels, roles and personalities
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Exemplary ethics and professionalism
• Ability to handle tight deadlines, changing priorities, multiple and simultaneous issues of immediate concern and high stress situations and effectively prioritize
• Strong analytical and risk management skills
• Ability to weigh legal risks and opportunities against business goals and priorities
• Practical problem solver
• Understand technology and communication resources relevant to the position

We’d love to hear from you if you have…

• 7+ years experience in private practice or corporate legal department setting, including direct experience negotiating and drafting contracts
• Prior experience with contract management tools a plus
• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Member in good standing of at least one U.S. state bar

Crate: Corporate Office