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Job DescriptionAre You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It Matter.Mondelēz International is seeking a Counsel, NA Ventures (“Counsel”). Based in East Hanover, NJ, the Counsel will report to the Director & Senior Counsel, Give & Go and NA Ventures Legal Lead. This role will provide legal counsel, guidance and support on a wide range of legal matters, which arise from the day-to-day operations of our NA Venture companies including Tate’s Bakeshop, Hu and Perfect Snacks. The Counsel will provide best-in-class legal services efficiently, timely and in a cost-effective manner by anticipating, addressing and creatively resolving legal issues to protect the best interests of our NA Venture companies. How you will contributeAct as counsel for NA Ventures advising on a wide range of matters including advertising, marketing, competition law, consumer promotions, contract negotiation, contract disputes, litigation, manufacturing, corporate governance, compliance, intellectual property law and data privacy.Contribute to achieving both corporate and business unit strategic goals as a proactive member of the legal team and as a functional partner with other business and specialist counsel.Partner with the NA Ventures Legal Lead to proactively set and execute legal strategies anticipating and addressing changes in laws, regulations and business environment to the advantage and benefit of NA Ventures.Collaborate with the North America Legal Commercial team to align on legal strategy and support cross-functional initiatives.Develop and provide best practices training to internal stakeholders.Work with the Legal Operations Lead to select and retain competent, cost-effective outside counsel and experts. Develop strong working relationships with outside counsel, frame their performance goals, guide their work efforts and monitor their performance against budget.What you will bringJD Degree from an accredited law school or equivalent international legal education.Must be eligible to practice law in New Jersey or eligible to receive become licensed as in-house counsel in New Jersey.5 years of legal experience at a top tier law firm and/or in-house experience.Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry experience preferred.Proactive business-savvy partner with excellent management skills and judgment with a capacity to make decisions and give advice, demonstrating an understanding of overall business objectives and the risks/rewards of each situation.Strong written and verbal communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a non-legal audience.Comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty; the ability to adapt nimbly and lead others through complex situations.Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail and accuracy.High degree of initiative, self‐direction, and ability to work independently and within a team. Salary and Benefits: The base salary range for this position is $140,300 to $192,940; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education and location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results. In addition, Mondelez International offers the following benefits: health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, paid holidays and vacation time. Some of these benefits have eligibility requirements. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.No Relocation support availableBusiness Unit SummaryMondelēz International is the world’s largest chocolate, biscuit and candy maker, and the second largest gum maker. Our North American and U.S. headquarters are in East Hanover, New Jersey, about 25 miles outside of New York City. We have Canadian offices in Toronto and Montreal. We have a strong North American manufacturing presence where we make our well-loved snacks like Oreo cookies, belVita breakfast biscuits, Trident gum and Cadbury chocolates. Our East Hanover location also houses our global research and development center for our consumer-favorite cookie and cracker brands. USA:Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance.Canada:If you are applying to a position in Canada, accommodations for applicants with disabilities or other grounds protected by human rights legislation are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the employment selection process. For all internal and external applicants who require accommodation in the recruitment and selection process please contact 847-943-5460 for assistance/support.Job TypeRegularLegal Business Growth Partners and ServicesLegalSummaryLocation: East Hanover, New Jersey, United StatesType: Full time

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