Assistant Counsel Job at Clemens Food Group, Hatfield, PA

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  • Clemens Food Group
  • Hatfield, PA

Job Description

Assistant Counsel

Location: Hatfield, PA | On-Site

Why Join Clemens Food Group?

Clemens Food Group is a purpose-driven, family-owned business with more than 125 years of history and a reputation for doing business the right way. We are looking for a hands-on legal professional who wants to grow with us. This is a unique opportunity for a recent law school graduate who is ready to use their previous working experience to step into a diverse in-house counsel role. You will be part of a small, collaborative team where independence, initiative, and practical problem-solving are valued.

What Makes This Role Exciting

In this role, you will gain exposure to nearly every part of the business, from contracts and compliance to governance and insurance. You will have the opportunity to learn directly from seasoned legal and business leaders while working in a role designed for someone who enjoys variety, thrives on independence, and is eager to build a career in corporate law. All of this takes place within a values-driven culture that emphasizes integrity, collaboration, and long-term relationships.

What We Are Looking For

  • Juris Doctor (JD) required, with active bar membership or ability to obtain within one year
  • At least 3 years of work experience – paralegal or insurance experience is a plus
  • Strong understanding of contracts, governance practices, and insurance policies
  • Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Key Responsibilities

Legal Document Preparation & Management

  • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, including NDAs and vendor agreements, with a focus on risk mitigation
  • Create and terminate legal entities and ensure timely filing of annual reports and registrations
  • Organize and maintain corporate governance records, including board minutes and legal filings
  • Support mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and real estate transactions
  • Improve contract management processes and implement solutions to enhance efficiency

Litigation Support

  • Coordinate with outside counsel on active cases
  • Prepare and file legal documents such as exhibits, briefs, and motions
  • Schedule and coordinate interviews, depositions, and meetings with stakeholders
  • Manage evidence and documentation related to litigation and claims
  • Oversee responses to subpoenas, garnishments, and discovery requests
  • Monitor and manage legal expenses to ensure budget alignment

Insurance & Risk Management

  • Collaborate with insurance brokers on coverage lines and policy renewals
  • Manage insurance claims and coordinate recovery efforts
  • Process and formalize Certificates of Insurance and departmental workflows
  • Resolve minor general liability consumer complaints with internal teams
  • Handle annual business license and permit renewals
  • Track and reconcile insurance-related expenses

Team Collaboration

  • Participate in weekly department meetings and ad hoc discussions
  • Contribute to organizational initiatives, projects, and cross-functional teams
  • Partner with finance, HR, operations, and IT on legal and compliance needs

If you are ready to bring your skills into a role where business partnership and practical solutions make a real difference every day, we invite you to apply and join Clemens Food Group.

Application Note:

Clemens Food Group is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search or staffing firms. All resumes submitted by search or staffing firms to any employee at Clemens Food Group via email, the Internet, or directly without a valid written search agreement for this role, and without having been asked to participate in this by Talent Acquisition, will be deemed the sole property of Clemens Food Group, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired. Firms not authorized to submit candidates will not be eligible for any fee or ownership claim.

Job Tags

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