Counsel - Corporate and Strategic Transactions

PURPOSE:

Reporting to UNFI’s Senior Counsel, Corporate & Strategic Transactions, this position will support the Corporate & Strategic Transactions and Securities & 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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Job Responsibilities

• 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%
• Performs other relevant job duties as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education/ Certifications/or Equivalent combination of education training and experience:

• 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.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/DEMANDS:

• 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.

Anticipated Closing Date

Jan 3, 2025

Pay Range

$100200.00 - $193400.00 Annually ($48.17 - $92.98 Hourly)