Job Description

Our new Legal Counsel, Corporate role will oversee a broad range of corporate and commercial legal needs for our publicly traded manufacturing company. Partner with our business on contractual matters (review, drafting, and negotiating), regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and consumer & marketing claims.

LOCATION: 2500 Columbia Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17604 - temporarily remote due to COVID LEGAL COUNSEL, CORPORATE SALARY: $130,000 - $150,000, based on experience (Gr. 14/15)

HOW YOULL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM:

• Prepare, review and negotiate contracts involving distribution, sales, procurement, IT, consulting services, confidentiality, data privacy, licensing and other corporate related matters
• Demonstrate experienced judgment in analyzing and negotiating complex concepts, including: limitations of liability; indemnifications; and warranties
• Assist in handling various corporate legal matters, including privacy, commercial disputes (pre-litigation management), and corporate governance
• Assist the General Counsel to ensure that the Company conducts its business in compliance with applicable SEC laws and regulations and NYSE rules; manage Sarbanes-Oxley and 1934 Act compliance and reports (10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K and proxy statements)
• Participate in the design, development and management of corporate policies, procedures, and programs required for a public company and provide counsel and guidance on legal matters, regulatory interpretations, and on legal implications of all matters.
• Assist in oversight of maintenance of all foreign and domestic subsidiaries
• Research, analyze and advise members of senior management regarding laws and regulations.
• Effectively manage outside counsel to achieve business goals while controlling costs
• Participate on cross-functional teams in company initiatives
• Participate in due diligence with respect to mergers and acquisitions
• Manage real estate transactions, including leases and easements
• Assist with initiatives to strengthen the legal department and business operations through systems improvements and the preparation, implementation and refinement of forms, processes, and procedures, including contracts management and records retention

REQUIREMENTS

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THE TABLE:

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Admission to the Pennsylvania Bar
• 3+ years of relevant experience in large law firm or in-house legal department
• Previous experience with commercial transactions and corporate governance exposure

WE'LL BE EXCITED IF YOU HAVE:

• High energy and engagement with a diverse group of business clients on a wide variety of legal issues
• Willingness to research and become a subject matter expert in new areas
• Strong analytical and negotiating skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Outstanding legal drafting skills
• Experience with/knowledge of executive compensation corporate governance matters a plus

BENEFITS

Youll see it in the vibrant colors of your school hallway, doctors and nurses will walk it while caring for your loved ones, your family will gather on it while creating everlasting memories. We are North Americas #1 producer of resilient flooring products and our mission is to inspire great spaces.

THATS US. THATS ARMSTRONG FLOORING.

Community & Philanthropy: We have a heritage of investing millions of dollars in programs that enhance the neighborhoods where we live and work. Additionally, were proud that our employees regularly and willingly give of their time and talents to support the efforts of local organizations.

Sustainability: Armstrong Flooring has a long-standing reputation for sustainable innovation, starting with using cork waste to make linoleum floors over 100 years ago. We continue to develop products that have lower environmental footprints, and in some cases, reduce the environmental footprints of the buildings where they are installed.

DEVELOPMENT At Armstrong Flooring, every employee has a development plan and discussions around career growth. We have many employees with diverse backgrounds and career paths. We offer the following opportunities which promote a growth culture:

• Certifications
• On-the-Job training
• Tuition reimbursement
• Instructor-led & online courses
• Job shadowing
• Cross-functional team projects

BENEFITS

• Choice of competitive Medical, Dental and Vision plans - effective Day 1 of employment
• 401k with company match
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Prescription plan with mail-order options
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Paid vacation with graduated schedule & option to purchase more
• Paid holidays
• Product discounts
• Employee Assistance Program

LIFESTYLE

• Company celebrations & department gatherings
• Recognition program
• Service awards

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Armstrong Flooring provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply.