Associate Corporate Counsel

For over seventy years, Barr Brands has been at the forefront of the home improvement and household care industry, consistently responding to the evolving needs of homeowners and professionals alike. By skillfully blending advanced technology with biological insights, Barr Brands is committed to enhancing both home environments and personal well-being. Our commitment to transformative innovation ensures that our products not only work effectively but also simplify tasks, establishing Barr Brands as a leader in numerous specialized market segments.

Recognized as an industry authority, Barr Brands boasts a portfolio of category-defining brands including DAMPRID, GOOF OFF, HOME ARMOR, MOLD ARMOR, MICROBAN 24 HOUR, SPRAY & FORGET, KLEANSTRIP, and BULLDOG. Discover more about our legacy of excellence and innovation at  .

• In office work Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays

POSITION SUMMARY

Barr Brands seeks a knowledgeable and pragmatic Associate Corporate Counsel to provide legal counsel and strategic guidance on a broad range of contracts. This role will focus on supporting commercial operations, managing legal risk, and ensuring compliance across a range of business functions including contracts, operations, supply chain, and regulatory matters. This role will focus on supporting commercial operations, managing legal risk, and ensuring compliance across various business functions and be responsible for drafting, negotiating, and managing a broad range of commercial contracts and related legal documents.

This role provides guidance on contractual rights and obligations, oversees contract lifecycle management, and contributes to special legal projects under the general direction of the General Counsel. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and partnering with business units to support growth and operational efficiency.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Draft, review, and negotiate of a wide range of contracts, including vendor/supplier agreements, distribution agreements, customer agreements, licensing agreements, consulting agreements, NDAs and other corporate and commercial contracts.
• Provide timely legal advice and counsel on contractual rights and obligations to help department heads understand the legal implications of business strategies to make informed decisions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and industry regulations, such as product safety and labeling (CPSC, FTC, FPLA), environmental and chemical regulations (FIFRA, TSCA, CAA, and VOC regulations), advertising, marketing, and IP regulations, trade, customs, and supply chain regulations and data privacy and consumer protection regulations.
• Develop and implement internal legal policies, procedures and training for commercial contracts
• Oversee the full contract lifecycle, from milestone tracking to database management, to ensure visibility, accuracy, and accountability across the organization.
• Anticipate and evaluate risks in contractual relationships, recommending practical legal solutions to reduce exposures and strengthen business outcomes.
• Provide legal support for marketing, sales, R&D, finance, and operations to align contract terms with strategic priorities and drive cross-functional collaboration.
• Champion compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards in all aspects of commercial contracting.
• Manage and liaise with outside counsel on specialized matters as needed, contribute to high-impact special projects, and provide reporting and insights to the General Counsel.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and an active license in good standing with a state bar
• At least five years of legal experience, preferably with a mix of law firm and in-house work in a manufacturing, distribution or logistics related industry.
• Strong knowledge of commercial contracts, business law and regulatory compliance
• Ability to anticipate and analyze complex legal issues and provide practical, business-oriented solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with proven ability to partner with marketing, operations, finance, and sales teams and…