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Associate Legal Counsel

GOJO Industries
parental leave, 401(k)
United States, Ohio, Akron
1 Gojo Plaza (Show on map)
Mar 18, 2026
Information about #32569 Associate Legal Counsel Work Location: This role works from our Akron, Ohio offices every Tuesday and Wednesday, and works other weekdays from a confidential remote home office *Formulated to Care* For more than 75 years, GOJO, Makers of PURELL has been powered by people who are energized by helping the world experience greater health and well-being. The positive impact of our PURELL hand and surface hygiene solutions is driven by our global community of highly collaborative and talented team members who love to learn, innovate, care for each other, and deliver our Purpose of Saving Lives and Making Life Better. Role Objective Serve as a high-functioning key member of the legal team, acting as a proactive business partner to the enterprise. Support the development, promotion, and execution of thoughtful, prudent contracts. Prevent and mitigate enterprise risk exposure by combining skilled legal practice with strong business acumen. Help maintain a strong corporate presence through strategic collaboration with business teams. Provide solutions-oriented legal advice and advise senior management on legal issues. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Promote ethics and high standards of industry leadership to protect the company's business reputation Provide strategic legal and business counsel to leadership and business units Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts and strategic transactions Translate complex legal theory and processes into clear, practical business and commercial terms Identify, analyze, assess, and manage legal and enterprise risk; advise leaders on risks, responsibilities, rights, and privileges Manage legal matters in accordance with company standards, principles, and practices Interpret, monitor, and stay current on laws, regulations, and rulings impacting the company Develop and implement policies and processes to ensure a compliant workplace Monitor legal and regulatory compliance across applicable statutes and laws Protect and promote intellectual property and confidential information Examine legal data to determine the advisability of defending or prosecuting litigation Analyze enterprise activities for risk implications and safeguard the company Coordinate and manage outside counsel Provide input into business strategy and tactics and demonstrate understanding of business objectives Apply legal and technical expertise to solve complex business problems in support of organizational objectives Education and Experience Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active license to practice law required Minimum three (3) years' experience in a corporate law firm or in-house legal department, preferably in a manufacturing environment Broad general legal background, including significant experience with commercial contracts and exposure to employee relations, intellectual property, and regulatory matters (e.g. FDA, EPA, EEO, OSHA). Supervision/Coordination Guidance and direction is provided by the Senior Legal Counsel May coordinate projects or teams on an as-needed basis Coordinates with outside counsel Influences stakeholders and others across the organization who do not report to the position Travel Requirements Overnight Travel - sporadic - required. Travel between campus locations in Northeast Ohio as needed Compensation & Benefits The expected starting pay for this role is between 83,800.00 - 115,300.00 per year. Within this range, an offer will depend on factors such as level of experience and technical competencies relevant to this specific role, as well as internal equity considerations. In addition to base pay, all GOJO team members are bonus eligible. Click Here for a comprehensive list of benefits we offer including 401(k) match, parental leave, and onsite well-being care. To Apply: To apply for this position, please complete the online application process. You will have an opportunity to include your resume and a cover letter. GOJO is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Recruiters, Search Agencies or others referring candidates to GOJO Industries, Inc. without written authorization from GOJO Industries, Inc. Human Resources will not be compensated in any way for their online referral even if GOJO Industries, Inc. hires the candidate. GOJO does not seek or respond to unsolicited resumes for positions that are not listed in the Careers section.