Corporate Counsel, Commercial Transactions
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Job Description We are currently hiring full-time Corporate Counsel, hybrid in Boston, MA. We're looking for an experienced business attorney to join our Legal Team, focusing on commercial transactions. The ideal candidate will have 7–10 years of experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of business agreements, preferably including procurement contracts, sponsorships, and marketing services agreements. We’re seeking someone with integrity, a positive attitude, and a sense of humor who can thrive in a collaborative environment.
Hybrid position at Boston Beer requires that our coworkers reside within commuting distance to be onsite according to their teams’ weekly schedule.
What You\'ll Brew (Responsibilities) Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of a wide range of agreements, with emphasis on distribution, marketing, sponsorships, promotions, social media, sales analytics, consulting, procurement of raw materials and ingredients, capital equipment, trucking, warehousing, IT, and office services.
Advise employees and management on contract risk assessment and mitigation; partner with stakeholders to evaluate the business practicality of contracts.
Develop and maintain standard contract forms (e.g., PO terms and conditions, confidentiality agreements) and oversee management of the contracts database.
Collaborate with procurement, sales, marketing, and other business teams on contract negotiations.
Manage wholesaler and distributor transactions.
Provide additional transactional support, including legal training, legal research, and special project and litigation support.
Research and advise on franchise and related laws affecting product launches, transfers of brand rights, and territory assignments.
Draft, review, and negotiate LOIs, leases, lease amendments, and purchase and sale agreements; support due diligence efforts for property leases or acquisitions.
What Ingredients You\'ll Bring (Qualifications) JD degree from an ABA-accredited law school
Active membership in good standing with at least one state bar
Minimum 7 years of experience with a law firm and/or in-house, negotiating and drafting a variety of business agreements (preferably including procurement contracts, sponsorships, and marketing services agreements)
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Demonstrated problem-solving skills with the ability to guide transactions and resolve complex issues effectively
High attention to detail and strong follow-through
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, complex environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools
Preferred Qualifications Prior in-house legal department experience
Knowledge of alcohol or other regulated industries
Experience/Knowledge/Genuine interest to learn: Wholesaler and distribution agreements
Software agreements
Data privacy and security
Employment law
Public company filings
Compensation and Perks Salary range: $100,000 – $186,600. The final starting salary depends on related experience, skillset, and location. The position qualifies for a discretionary annual bonus; some sales roles might include a car allowance. This role is full-time with a hybrid schedule.
Performance-based bonus eligibility
Tuition reimbursement
Fertility/adoption support
Free financial coaching
Health & wellness program and discounts
Professional development & training
Free beer
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Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Fair Chance Ordinance and the CA Fair Chance Act.
Boston Beer Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. For accommodation requests during the job application process, please contact jobs@bostonbeer.com.
Additional Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Legal
Industries: Food and Beverage Services
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- Location:
- Boston, MA, United States
- Salary:
- $200,000 - $250,000
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Legal