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Job Title: Staff Attorney
Location: Remote - USA
Reports to: Senior Manager of Commercial Excellence
Position Type: Full Time, Exempt
Overview
We are seeking a skilled and motivated attorney to manage a diverse range of legal matters within our company. The ideal candidate will assist in contracts, business licenses, compliance, and other legal functions.
This position will report directly to the Senior Manager of Commercial Excellence, and other executives of the company. The position is remote, and periodic travel may be required (less than 5% of the time).
Key Responsibilities
- Draft and review contracts, agreements, and other legal documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable laws and identify risks and issues.
- Maintain and organize legal files, including compliance documentation, regulatory filings, and corporate records.
- Support by managing external legal counsel and coordinating their efforts on various projects.
- Monitor compliance with corporate policies, securities regulations, and other legal requirements pertinent to public companies.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders, including management and various departments, regarding legal matters and compliance issues.
- Serve as legal representative and point of contact for various issues.
- Stay informed of changes in relevant laws and regulations affecting the company.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from accredited institution, licensing in state of residence.
- 2+ years of experience practicing law in a professional setting such as a law firm or corporate in-house setting.
- Strong knowledge of contract law.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a remote environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience in waste and recycling field, contracted and subcontracted services, or logistics is a plus.
Benefits
- Healthcare Benefits: Fully paid medical premiums for all full-time employees and their dependents
- 401(K) with employer match after 90 days of employment
- Maternity/Paternity Leave Policy: Rubicon provides paid maternity leave based on years of service, as well as paid paternity leave
- Unlimited Paid Time Off (with proper approvals)
- 11 company-paid holidays per year
- Inclusion & Diversity Affinity Groups to support belonging
Physical Demands and Working Environment
- While performing the duties of this job in a home office setting, the employee is regularly required to work on a computer for extended periods of time. Travel to attend team meetings may be required. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions
- To facilitate working from home, and as a requirement for this role, candidates must provide their own eligible, high speed internet access with sufficient bandwidth to execute all job functions. Company laptop will be provided
- Approximately 5% of the time will be spent travelling
About Rubicon
Rubicon builds technology products and provides expert sustainability solutions to waste generators and material processors to help them understand, manage, and reduce waste. As a mission-driven company, Rubicon helps its customers improve operational efficiency, unlock economic value, and deliver better environmental outcomes. To learn more, visit rubicon.com.
Rubicon is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We also maintain a Drug-Free Workplace.
Rubicon is committed to sustainability and will rely on all employees to serve as an advocate for ESG both internally and externally to help grow the Company’s ESG objectives.
- Environment: Contribute, measurably, to Rubicon’s carbon reduction goal and circular economy efforts
- Social: Support Rubicon’s efforts to cultivate/promote racial and gender equity
- Governance: Advance Rubicon’s commitment to best-in-class governance practices
