Corporate Counsel

Cornerstone Building Brands

. Serve as the primary attorney responsible for legal entity management and subsidiary governance across the Company’s portfolio of entities .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $125,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal entity management, corporate governance, and compliance, with a strong ability to draft legal documents and manage corporate transactions. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams and integrating technology into legal workflows.

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Juris Doctor (J.D.)Active Membership In U.S. State Bar3+ Years Legal Experience In Corporate TransactionsEntity ManagementCorporate Governance

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Hard Skills

Legal Entity ManagementCorporate GovernanceDrafting Corporate DocumentsM&A TransactionsKYC ComplianceDue DiligenceTransaction DocumentationLitigation ManagementIP Portfolio ManagementRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Outstanding Written CommunicationOutstanding Verbal CommunicationAttention To DetailService-Oriented ApproachAbility To Manage Multiple Priorities

Tools & Technologies

Legal Technology Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Juris Doctor (J.D.)Active Membership In U.S. State Bar

Industry Keywords

Corporate TransactionsEntity ManagementCorporate GovernanceComplianceCross-Functional Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary attorney responsible for legal entity management and subsidiary governance across the Company’s portfolio of entities
Manage entity formation, maintenance, periodic filing and reporting requirements, registered agent filings, and secretary of state compliance
Draft subsidiary corporate documents, including resolutions, intercompany agreements, certificates, powers of attorney, and notices
Maintain officers’ and directors’ lists and other internal resources
Develop and improve plans, processes, and best practices for corporate governance, entity management, internal records, and knowledge management
Assist with and respond to Know Your Client (KYC) requests
Monitor legislative, regulatory, and corporate governance developments
Support M&A transactions, financing, and special projects, including confidentiality agreements, due diligence, and transaction documentation
Assist with post-transaction integration/separation activities and post-closing matters
Collaborate with Finance, Tax, HR, Legal, and other cross-functional partners
Assist in managing the Company’s IP portfolio and related resources, reporting, and communications
Provide overflow legal support for commercial contracts, SEC and Board matters, and litigation management
Collaborate on reporting related to corporate entity changes, officer changes, M&A, and divestitures
Identify legal and business risks and escalate issues appropriately to senior attorneys

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Active membership in at least one U.S. state bar in good standing
3+ years of legal experience in corporate transactions, corporate governance, entity management, or a closely related area
Experience at a law firm or in-house legal department, ideally a combination of both
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical guidance for non-legal audiences
Ability and willingness to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Ability to balance administrative and substantive workstreams and flex into different substantive legal areas
Motivated self-starter with utmost attention to detail and a service-oriented approach
Experience with and enthusiasm for integrating new technology tools into legal workflows
Must be at least 18 years of age to apply

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus
Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting day 1
401(k)
PTO
Paid holidays
Flexible spending account (FSA)
Life insurance
Long-term disability (LTD)
Short-term disability (STD)
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Discount programs
Tuition reimbursement
Training
Professional development