Vice President of Legal & Risk

Vice President of Legal & Risk (Corporate Counsel)

At England Logistics, our business is logistics, but our passion is people. As a top third-party logistics provider, we are celebrated for our people-centric approach and commitment to moving the industry forward. We are seeking a proactive and business-minded Corporate Attorney to join our dynamic legal team and help drive our continued growth and success.

Position Summary

The Vice President of Legal & Risk will serve as a trusted advisor to the company, providing legal guidance across a broad spectrum of corporate, commercial, compliance, and risk management matters. This role will work closely with executive leadership, business units, and external partners to ensure legal compliance, mitigate risk, and support strategic initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions, contract negotiation, employment law, and regulatory affairs.

Why Join Us?

Compensation: Competitive base salary DOE, plus monthly bonus. Base salary paid weekly; bonuses paid monthly.

Benefits That Care: Full medical, dental, vision, and 401k benefits.

Work-Life Balance: Paid vacation, holidays, and sick days.

Recognition & Fun: Team-building activities, recognition, awards, and plenty of celebrations.

Career Development: Promotion opportunities and ongoing professional growth.

What Youll Do

Corporate Legal Advisory & Risk Management

Advise executive leadership and business units on legal risks, compliance, and strategic initiatives.

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including vendor, customer, and partnership agreements.

Manage and resolve corporate disputes, litigation, and claims, coordinating with outside counsel as needed.

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and industry regulations relevant to the logistics and transportation sector.

Operational Efficiency & Process Improvement

Develop and implement legal department policies and procedures to improve workflow and risk mitigation.

Create and maintain reports on legal matters, risks, and outcomes for executive review.

Support training initiatives for employees on legal compliance, contract management, and risk awareness.

Employment Law & Regulatory Compliance

Advise on employment law matters, including investigations, policy development, and dispute resolution.

Monitor changes in laws and regulations affecting the company and ensure timely compliance.

Maintain records related to risk management, insurance, and regulatory filings.

What You Bring Skills & Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school; active license to practice law.

8+ years of experience in corporate law, preferably in-house or at a law firm serving corporate clients.

Strong knowledge of contract law, employment law, regulatory compliance, and M&A.

Excellent organizational, analytical, and project management skills.

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.

Proficiency in legal research tools, contract management systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.

If you are a business-oriented legal professional seeking to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity

England Logistics is committed to merit-based hiring and promotion decisions. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual preference, genetic information, or any other protected factor.