General Counsel Jobs in San Ramon, CA

A General Counsel, also known as Chief Legal Officer, is the main lawyer that provides legal advice and services to an organization. They oversee and manage all the legal affairs of an organization, which includes setting internal governance policies and managing the impact of external factors. A General Counsel is responsible for business transactions, negotiating and writing contracts, analyzing legal issues related to proposed products, and guiding management on legal matters and issues. They ensure the organization's legality of commercial transactions and operations.

Essential skills for a General Counsel include strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of the business strategy. They should have the ability to communicate complex matters in clear and understandable terms. A law degree and admission to practice law in their jurisdiction are required. Further, they should have substantial legal experience, ideally in a corporate environment. A person may have roles such as an Associate Lawyer, Senior Legal Counsel, or Partner at a law firm before becoming a General Counsel.

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Associate General Counsel / Counsel

  • San Francisco, CA (22 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (22 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

The position reports to Earthjustices Deputy General Counsel. Depending on the candidate's experience, the role may be a Counsel or Associate General Counsel....

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Senior Counsel, Product/Regulatory

  • Palo Alto, CA (24 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (24 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

Aptos is a people-first blockchain on a mission to help billions of people achieve universal and fair access to decentralized assets in a safe and scalable way. Founded by some of the original...

Principal Counsel, Corporate & Securities

  • South San Francisco, CA (24 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (24 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

You will serve as a key strategic advisor to Ziplines Board, General Counsel, CEO, CFO, and Controller on a variety of business law matters, including corporate governance, financing and other securities...

Senior Counsel, Federal Regulatory Compliance

  • Oakland, CA (11 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakland, CA (11 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 1 day ago

A reasonable salary range is: Bay Area Minimum: $189,000 Bay Area Maximum: $323,000 Background Qualifications Minimum Bachelor's degree and Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school Ten (10)...

Senior Counsel, Transactions Compliance

  • Oakland, CA (11 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakland, CA (11 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 1 day ago

A reasonable salary range is: Bay Area Minimum: $189,000 Bay Area Maximum: $323,000 Background Qualifications Minimum Bachelor's degree and Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school Ten (10)...

Associate Senior Legal Counsel, Digital Imaging Product Counsel

  • San Francisco, CA (22 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (22 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Our Company Changing the world through digital experiences is what Adobe's all about. We give everyone-from emerging artists to global brands-everything they need to design and deliver exceptional...

Sr. Counsel, Supply Chain

  • Palo Alto, CA (24 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (24 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Tesla is looking for a Sr. Counsel to join our Commercial legal team. In this role, you will primarily support Tesla's supply chain operations on the procurement of goods and services. As needed,...

Legal Counsel, Commercial

  • San Francisco, CA (22 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (22 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 2 days ago

transactions While not required, it's an added plus if you also have: Experience negotiating with Latin American government and/or education customers Spanish or Portuguese language skills Experience...

Principal Counsel, Hospital Health Regulatory

  • Oakland, CA (11 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (11 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 5 days ago

In exceptional circumstances, approved by the General Counsel, candidates residing in or willing to relocate to California may be considered for a fully remote work arrangement....

Full Remote - Senior Counsel

  • San Francisco, CA (22 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (22 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Qualifications: Education: Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school....

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Senior Counsel, Renewable Energy Transactions

  • San Francisco, CA (22 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (22 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Entrusted Advisors is actively seeking experienced attorneys to support large-scale renewable energy projects with our clients in the Bay Area. Ideal candidates will have a background in EPC along...

Commercial Counsel

  • San Mateo, CA (22 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (22 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 5 days ago

As a valued member of our legal team, you will play a crucial role in supporting all aspects of commercial transactions, including sales, partner, and vendor agreements, in North America....

Associate General Counsel, Product (WhatsApp)

  • Menlo Park, CA (23 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (23 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 5 days ago

WhatsApp seeks a highly motivated, experienced team player to serve as Associate General Counsel, Product, for WhatsApp....

Senior Counsel, Procurement

  • San Francisco, CA (22 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (22 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 6 days ago

What you'll be responsible for: Under the direction of the Assistant General Counsel - Transactions, you will play an immediate and direct role in commercial transactional work, supporting departments...

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Associate Counsel - California (REMOTE)

  • San Francisco, CA (22 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (22 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 6 days ago

defending by trial or dispositive hearing, all matters assigned, as applicable Qualifications: 2-6+ years of experience in litigation experience on insurance/defense/and or personal injury REQUIRED Juris...

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in San Ramon, CA

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Highest Education Level

General Counsels in San Ramon, CA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
73.7%
Bachelor's Degree
13.3%
Master's Degree
7.9%
Associate's Degree
2.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.4%
High School or GED
1.1%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.0%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by General Counsels in San Ramon, CA
2-4 years
50.8%
None
15.4%
10+ years
11.8%
Less than 1 year
5.9%
1-2 years
5.8%
6-8 years
5.4%
4-6 years
4.8%

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