Hiring: Associate Counsel Company: Nestlé Location: Arlington, VA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 17:57:08 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords: Commercial Contracts, Contract Drafting, Contract Negotiation, Business Development Transactions, IT/Software Agreements, Procurement, Legal & Regulatory Compliance, Risk Assessment, Corporate Policies, Licensing, Supply Chain, Vendor Agreements, Client Service, Critical Thinking, Microsoft Office Experience: - Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, including significant experience reviewing, drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and business development transactions - Background representing large, complex businesses and working directly with senior leadership - Preferred: 3+ years in a large law firm drafting contracts - Preferred: Experience representing clients in the consumer packaged goods industry Required Skills: - Exceptional contract drafting and negotiation skills - Ability to build trust and work effectively at all organizational levels - Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills - Ability to work in a collaborative team environment - Ability to prioritize workload, self-manage projects, handle multiple tasks, and meet business deadlines - Ability to adapt to evolving business and legal environment - Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills - A proven ability to achieve results - Detail-oriented with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) Qualifications: - JD from an accredited law school - Current membership in the Virginia Bar - Expertise in contract drafting and interpretation, business disputes, and compliance (preferred) - Strong commitment to client service and problem-solving Compensation: - Approximate pay range: $170,000 to $210,000 - Performance-based incentives and competitive total rewards package, including a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don’t miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!