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Suburban Propane Counsel – Commercial and Data Privacy in Whippany, New Jersey
Overview
When you join Suburban Propane, you become a part of a fast-paced and dynamic company that has been serving its employees and customers for nearly 100 years.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Counsel – Commercial and Data Privacy , who will play a key role in providing legal guidance and support to our business units. Reporting to the General Counsel, this position is responsible for ensuring compliance and mitigating legal risks in the areas of contracts, data privacy, and data security protection.
In this role, you will develop and implement short- and long-term legal strategies, oversee contract management processes, and serve as a key legal resource for internal stakeholders. You will also interact with senior management, supervise outside counsel, and stay ahead of evolving regulations impacting our operations.
If you have a strong background in corporate law, contract negotiation, and data privacy compliance, we invite you to apply and and help shape the next 100 years of our success.
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary legal resource to business units within the Company on matters representing commercial and residential contracting and other areas where contract support is needed within the business units.
Provide overall direction and short and long-term strategic support to business units within the Company regarding commercial and residential contracting and priorities pertinent to those areas of focus.
Serve as the primary legal support to business units within the Company on matters representing data privacy and data security protection efforts within the business units.Provide overall direction and short and long-term strategic support to business units within the Company with respect to legal support of data privacy and data security protection efforts within the business unitsand priorities pertinent to those areas of focus.
Interact directly with internal clients including members of senior management. Maintain a positive relationship with internal clients and, to the extent possible, external customers.
Perform legal tasks, with little direction or guidance, in support of the Company’s designated objectives. These tasks may include, without limitation, assisting with preparing, drafting, or reviewing contracts, supervising litigation, submitting materials in response to governmental investigations, negotiating terms and conditions of business agreements with third parties, preparing and drafting of memorandum regarding changes in legislation or regulations impacting upon the Company, providing training and recommending legal policies and practices to assure legal and/or regulatory compliance.
Function as an administrator of the Company’s contract management software and assist with the day-to-day management of the software, including training employees on how to use the software as needed.
Retain, supervise and assist outside legal counsel in analyzing and processing matters when appropriate, including defining objectives and goals for projects assigned to outside counsel. Monitor and control the expenses incurred by outside counsel. Continually monitor the quality of outside legal services.
Provide guidance and instruction to the Legal Department’s support staff in rendering assistance to business units.
Function as the Legal Department representative on committees or multi-departmental project teams as assigned.
Remain current and knowledgeable regarding legislation, regulations, case law and administrative rulings (or pending legislation or administrative pronouncements) pertinent to the Company’s operations within the assigned areas of responsibility.
Why join the Suburban Propane team? Because we care about the physical, mental, and financial wellbeing of our employees and provide them with competitive pay plus incentive potential and an outstanding benefits package including:
Medical, dental, and vision (eligibility after just 30 days of employment)
Paid time off that increases with tenure
A 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
A new employee training program and many opportunities for continued learning and career development
Disability and life insurance
Employee recognition program
Generous tuition assistance program
Propane discounts, and more!
For eligibility and a full list of our benefit offerings please visit: https://jobs.suburbanpropane.com/benefits/ .
Qualifications
JD degree from an ABA accredited law school
Minimum of 7 - 10 years relevant legal experience, preferably of which at least 5 years is in-house
The ability to practice law as a corporate generalist while addressing issues within assigned specific substantive legal areas, which may include: consumer protection, contracts, employment and labor, environmental, safety, intellectual property, litigation, including product liability and motor vehicle accidents, mergers & acquisitions, commercial real estate, securities, and technology and software licensing.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to clearly and succinctly explain legal concepts in a non-technical manner to non-lawyers.
Experience working with contract management software.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and internet research.
As part of our pre-employment hiring process, background checks and drug screens are performed.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Suburban Propane Partners, L.P. ("Suburban Propane") is a publicly traded master limited partnership listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Headquartered in Whippany, New Jersey, Suburban Propane has been in the customer service business since 1928 and is a nationwide distributor of propane, renewable propane, renewable natural gas ("RNG"), fuel oil and related products and services, as well as a marketer of natural gas and electricity and producer of and investor in low carbon fuel alternatives, servicing the energy needs of approximately 1 million residential, commercial, governmental, industrial and agricultural customers through approximately 700 locations across 42 states. Suburban Propane is supported by three core pillars: (1) Suburban Commitment – showcasing Suburban Propane's nearly 100-year legacy, and ongoing commitment to the highest standards for dependability, flexibility, and reliability that underscores Suburban Propane's commitment to excellence in customer service; (2) SuburbanCares – highlighting continued dedication to giving back to local communities across Suburban Propane's national footprint; and (3) Go Green with Suburban Propane – promoting the clean burning and versatile nature of propane and renewable propane as a bridge to a green energy future and investing in the next generation of innovative, renewable energy alternatives. For additional information on Suburban Propane, please visit www.suburbanpropane.com .
It’s an amazing time to become a part of our team as we expand our national footprint and make strides toward a sustainable, clean energy future!
At Suburban Propane, we know that our strength comes from our diverse and inclusive team of employees who make a difference in the communities we serve across the country every day. All applicants for employment shall be considered without regard to race, religion, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.
For more information about our hiring process, please visit: https://jobs.suburbanpropane.com/our-hiring-process/
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Job Location US-NJ-Whippany
Posted Date 2 weeks ago (3/12/2025 10:31 AM)
Job ID 2025-15050
Category Corporate Opportunities
Position Type Full-time Regular