Legal Counsel
Winchester, VA 
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Posted 15 days ago
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When you work at Trex, you're helping to grow and enhance a true original. You join a company that boldly launched an entire industry ... and still leads the way.

We are looking for a Legal Counsel to support our legal team by providing ongoing legal counseling in a wide range of legal areas, including labor and employment, commercial transactions, marketing, consumer laws, privacy, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance. As a Trex Legal Counsel you'll be based in our corporate headquarters in Winchester, VA and will report to the Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide ongoing legal counseling in a wide range of legal areas, including labor and employment, commercial transactions, marketing, consumer laws, privacy, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance.
  • Resolve issues that arise in existing commercial relationships and handle pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries.
  • Structure, draft and negotiate commercial agreements, including, distribution, licensing and marketing contracts.
  • Assist with securities regulations compliance, including reporting and filing documents with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
  • Assist in the management of the company's insurance policies and strategies.
  • Insider trading compliance, including Section 16 filings.
  • Support for mergers and acquisitions, strategic investments and other corporate transactions.
  • Executive compensation matters, including equity compensation program support for long-term incentive pay structures.
  • Manage and oversee company-wide record retention policy.
  • Partner with departmental cross-functional teams, including Finance, Marketing, Sales, Operations, Research and Development on various projects.

EXPERIENCE

Five-or-more years of experience in general corporate matters is required along with a Juris Doctorate from a top law school and active license to practice.

This position requires a high attention to detail as well as excellent legal and business judgement.

The incumbent must possess a high level of energy, tact and strong desire to learn and grow and must be a team player.

Being a leader means persevering even when there's not a road map; embracing groundbreaking as a way of life. We encourage multiple perspectives and welcome diverse people who problem-solve, adapt and innovate-always with a firm foundation in safety and integrity.

WHO WE ARE

Over 30 years ago, our founders created the world's first high-performance, low-maintenance composite decking and outdoor living products. That entrepreneurial spirit still drives us today as we continue to redefine our industry and lead the way for what's next in outdoor living. Today, Trex is the world's #1 brand of sustainably made, wood-alternative decking and deck railing - all proudly manufactured in the U.S.A. As a publicly traded company [NYSE: TREX], we take pride in being the largest recycler of plastic film in the country and caring for the communities and the planet where we live. We nurture meaningful connections, from local engagement and investment to eco-friendly products and sustainable manufacturing processes.

Everything we do is grounded in our values and guided by our beliefs. We are looking for candidates who embody our core values:

  • Do the Right Thing
  • Act with Boldness and Authenticity
  • Drive Sustainability
  • Innovate and Adapt

At Trex, you'll become part of a diverse yet unified team who sustain the trailblazing spirit and strengths that made Trex the industry leader-learning, adapting, solving and succeeding.

We welcome new ideas and fresh perspectives, and we encourage you to bring your best to help us shape the future of Trex.

Being a leader means persevering even when there's not a road map; embracing groundbreaking as a way of life. We encourage multiple perspectives and welcome diverse people who problem-solve, adapt and innovate-always with a firm foundation in safety and integrity.

BENEFITS & PERKS

We believe that effort should be rewarded. We take care of you as part of our Trex family so you can take care of yours. Here are some of the perks beyond the paycheck:

  • Time Off - We'll give you paid holidays and paid vacation.
  • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance - Choose from a variety of options. We'll cover a generous share of the cost. Plus, you can earn lower rates through our wellness program.
  • 401(k) With Company Match - Save for your retirement and we'll match it dollar for dollar.
  • Tuition Reimbursement - We're all about lifting each other to the next level. When you're ready to get the degree, we'll pick up part of the tab.
  • Training and Education - We offer dozens of options to boost your performance - both online and on-site nearby.
  • Stock Purchase Program - Invest in Trex at a discounted price.
  • Employee Discount Program - When you make the World's No. 1 Decking Brand, you'll probably want to enjoy the finished product yourself. We'll give you a discount.

CAREER ADVANCEMENT

At Trex, you can take pride in craftsmanship. There's an art and a science to what we do, and we never stop working to refine and improve. That means no matter how long you've been with Trex, you have ongoing opportunities to grow your expertise-enhancing your career, your team, and our shared efforts. You will help shape our future.





 

Job Summary
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Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Doctorate
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