In House Counsel

We are looking for an experienced In House Counsel to join a growing food and food processing company in Gardena, California. This role will serve as a key legal advisor to business leaders and provide practical guidance across employment matters, contracts, claims, and regulatory risk. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, a collaborative approach, and the ability to support multiple departments in a fast-paced, on-site environment.Responsibilities:• Provide day-to-day legal guidance to leadership and HR on workplace matters, employee relations issues, and policy interpretation.• Oversee employment-related disputes by coordinating strategy, managing outside counsel, and monitoring case progress through resolution.• Review, draft, and negotiate a range of commercial agreements, including vendor contracts, service arrangements, and lease documents.• Identify legal and operational risks across the business and recommend practical compliance measures to support sound decision-making.• Handle workers’ compensation, general liability, and property-related claims while partnering with internal stakeholders and external advisors as needed.• Build strong cross-functional relationships and act as a trusted legal partner to teams throughout the organization.• Support legal needs arising from business growth and evolving operational priorities in a retail-focused environment.Please send your resume to Quidana.DoveRobertHalf. for a confidential discussion.