Corporate Counsel

Brief DescriptionFew legal roles offer this level of visibility and influence across an organization. This position provides the opportunity to partner with business leaders, guide strategic decisions, and help manage risk across an industry-leading manufacturing company. Success in this role requires a practical legal professional who can navigate complex issues, balance business objectives with legal considerations, and deliver solutions that support growth and innovation.Please note, we are not able to consider candidates who currently or in the future will require visa sponsorship.Hydro-Gear is a world leader in the design and production of precision drive solutions, serving multiple industries and delivering to customers worldwide. Our passion is innovation and a commitment to making our customers successful. Learn more about us at Hydro-Gear.com.Job Type & Location: Onsite position (not remote or hybrid) located in Franklin, TN.The Role: The Corporate Counsel will serve as a trusted legal advisor to Hydro-Gear's leadership team, providing guidance across a broad range of legal and business matters. This role will support commercial contracts, risk management, regulatory, product liability, and dispute resolution while partnering with leaders throughout the organization to address challenges and support strategic objectives.Key Focus Areas IncludeReviewing, drafting, and negotiating customer, supplier, service, consultant, lease, IT, confidentiality, and licensing agreementsProviding legal guidance and risk assessments to business leaders across multiple functions in the United States, Europe, and ChinaSupporting product liability matters, quality issues, and potential recall activitiesManaging insurance claims, record retention programs, and corporate legal processesPartnering with outside counsel on litigation, discovery, and compliance mattersSupporting intellectual property matters such as joint development agreementsProfile For SuccessBalances legal risk with practical business solutionsStrong contract negotiation and problem-solving skillsEffective communicator who builds credibility across all levelsOrganized, collaborative professional with sound judgmentWhat You Can ExpectBroad exposure to nearly every functional area of the organizationDirect interaction with executive leadership and key decision makersOpportunity to influence legal strategy and business outcomesVaried work across commercial, operational, compliance, and IP mattersWhy Join Hydro-Gear?Serve as a trusted legal advisor to a global manufacturing leaderMake a meaningful impact on strategic business decisionsGain exposure to a diverse range of legal disciplines in one roleJoin a culture focused on teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvementIf you are looking for a role that combines legal expertise, business partnership, and organizational influence, we would love to hear from you.RequirementsJuris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited law school5+ years law firm or in-house experience, preferably with a manufacturing companyCurrent bar registrationUndergraduate degree in a technical discipline desiredFluent in English with exceptional written communication skills