Associate General Counsel

Join the California Dairies, Inc. (CDI) team, a farmer-owned cooperative dedicated to sustainably producing the highest quality dairy products while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. CDI products are delivered locally and around the world.

Our Visalia corporate office serves as the central hub for the CDI enterprise, driving strategic decision-making, innovation, overall business support, and growth across our diverse portfolio of dairy products and brands.

We encourage you to be part of our team that's shaping the future of dairy, right from the heart of California!

 We offer a generous total rewards package that includes: 

• Salary Range $131,464 -$199,462 
• Family medical/dental/vision
• Generous company contributions to 401k
• Relocation Assistance
• 11 Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Tuition reimbursement

Job Summary

This role reports to the Chief Legal Officer and is critical in ensuring that our organization operates within legal frameworks and adheres to regulatory requirements. The Assistant General Counsel serves as a key advisor to senior management on a wide range of legal matters. In this role, the successful candidates will not only provide legal guidance but also support the overall strategic direction of the company.

Essential Functions

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents
• Provide legal advice and support to management on various matters including a variety of business matters, regulatory compliance, and contract negotiation
• Conduct legal research and analysis on relevant laws, regulations, and case law
• Manage and oversee a variety of commercial claims and dispute resolution processes
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
• Monitor and manage risks associated with legal and regulatory matters
• Coordinate with external legal counsel as needed
• Prepare and deliver training on legal and compliance issues to staff

Education and/or Experience

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice law in California
• 5+ years of experience in business law or related field
• Strong background in regulatory compliance and corporate governance
• Experience in handling mergers and acquisitions, and other corporate transactions
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of corporate law, regulatory compliance, and legal research
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Proficiency in LexisNexis, or similar legal research tools, and Microsoft Office Suite

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  The company will make reasonable accommodations that do not cause and undue hardship to the company if such accommodation enables individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Sitting/Standing/Walking: Sits frequently to answer calls, complete schedules/reports, fill out paperwork, answer emails, etc.
• Lifting/Carrying: Must be able to lift 65 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Pushing/Pulling:  Some pushing or pulling is required on an occasional basis.
• Bending/Stooping: Bends and stoops on an occasional basis.
• Squatting/Kneeling/Crawling: May squat or kneel on an occasional basis.
• Twisting/Turning: Assumes any combination of these positions on an occasional basis.
• Climbing/Balancing: May go up and down stairs and/or ladder on an occasional basis.
• Reaching: Reaches at or above shoulder level on an occasional basis.
• Grasping/Manipulating: Grasping and manipulating of papers, objects, and equipment will be required.  Ability to use calculator and keyboard for data input will be required on an ongoing basis.
• Traveling: Extended working hours and some domestic traveling.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

ADA/FEHA

The Company will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act. 

EEO

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.

This job description will be updated if duties and responsibilities change significantly. Job functions are subject to modification based on business necessity.