General Counsel Jobs in Clearwater, FL

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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REGION- ASSISTANT REGIONAL COUNSEL - 21014767 Pay Plan: Regional Counsels Position Number: 21014767 Salary: Depends on experience Posting Closing Date: 05/15/2025 Total Compensation Estimator Tool LITIGATION...

Staff Counsel

  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Prepare pleadings, argue motions, represent the Company in litigation hearings, responsible for all aspects of the litigation process....

Associate General Counsel - Remote

  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 6 days ago

Role reports directly to Deputy General Counsel. You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges....

Remote Work

Assistant General Counsel - Service Line Commercial Support

  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 17 days ago

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. Active membership in a State Bar (preference for NY or FL)....

Associate General Counsel - Service Line Commercial Support

  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 17 days ago

Law firm experience in commercial transactions or litigation preferred. Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school. Active bar membership (NY or FL preferred)....

Managing Legal Counsel

  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 20 days ago

The Managing Counsel position will report to the Assistant General Counsel for Tagetik and TeamMate....

Senior Counsel

  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 45+ days ago

public (federal, state and local municipalities) contracting and projects Familiarity with employment matters involving FLSA, FMLA, ADA, HIPAA, and employment contract principles Familiarity with litigation...

Senior Counsel-Debt Recovery

  • Oldsmar, FL (7 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Oldsmar, FL (7 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 45+ days ago

Report on case progress to general counsel and senior executive leadership....

Associate General Counsel

  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 25 days ago

Discovery Senior Living is hiring an Associate General Counsel to join our home office team in Bonita Springs, FL....

Remote Work

Associate General Counsel, Finance - based onsite in St. Petersburg, FL

  • Saint Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 27 days ago

Associate General Counsel, Finance Location: Corporate Headquarters, St....

Assistant General Counsel

  • Saint Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 29 days ago

At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply...

Lead Staff Counsel

  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Slide Insurance - Fun. Innovation Driven. Fueled by Passion, Purpose and Technology. At Slide, you will not only be part of a successful team, but you will also be a part of our Slide Vibe/award...

Assistant General Counsel, GWS

  • Saint Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Assistant General Counsel, GWS locations Saint Petersburg, Florida - United States time type Full time posted on Posted 27 Days Ago job requisition id R-0002071 Job Description Responsibilities: Draft...

Assistant General Counsel, Supplier Transactions and Oversight

  • Saint Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Assistant General Counsel, Supplier Transactions and Oversight locations Saint Petersburg, Florida - United States time type Full time posted on Posted 13 Days Ago job requisition id R-0002465 Job Description...

Senior Counsel/VP, Employment Law - EEO Charge Manager (Hybrid)

  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Clearwater, FL)
  • 45+ days ago

The Lead Counsel 2 (Employment & HR) is a senior level position responsible for serving as subject matter expert and key legal advisor to business stakeholders, functional partners, and the Legal...

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Clearwater, FL

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Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Clearwater, FL offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
73.6%
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 Clearwater, FL
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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