• Job Description

  Req#: OMC-3347

  Description

  Work at OMRON!

  OMRON is a global leader in the field of automation, an $8 billion global technology company celebrating more than 80 years of success. OMRON’s business fields cover a broad spectrum, ranging from industrial automation and electronic components to social systems and healthcare. OMRON Management Center of America, Inc. is the regional headquarters for OMRON in the Americas.

  Omron Management Center of America is hiring for Commercial and Trade Counsel in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.

  This position will provide support on import law and compliance along with contracts and commercial matters for Omron Companies (Omron Companies) in the Americas, including its businesses in automation, robotics, electronics and medical devices . This position reports to the General Counsel.

  Our Commitment to Employees:

  • Training and Career Development Program to give employees a learning path with the necessary tools and resources they need to help build their career at Omron.
  • Great financial opportunities with competitive compensation, immediate 401k match with 100% vesting, profit sharing, and Blue Cross Blue Shield for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits.
  • Community Awareness that includes activities with local non-profit organizations and a Matching Gift Program.
  • Work-Life Balance with Flexible Work Arrangements, Flexible Work Hours, and Sick/Vacation/Holiday Pay.
  • Wellness Activities such as Walking Contests, Nutritional Learning Sessions, On Site Flu shots and Health Screenings.

  Responsibilities:

  • Manage import legal and compliance functions, including valuation, classification, country of origin and other import regulatory requirements in the US.
  • Support global Omron projects and reporting in the above import law and compliance functions.
  • Support training and response strategies by Omron Companies relating to tariff risk mitigation.
  • Support legal and compliance work for the Omron Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) and other trade benefit programs.
  • Manage compliance with forced labor legal requirements.
  • Manage denied parties screening, as requested.
  • Manage drafting, review, advice on, negotiation and conclusion of contracts for Omron Companies, including sales, pricing, confidentiality, consulting, service and other agreements.
  • Support Omron Companies regarding commercial claims and litigation as requested.

  Requirements:

  • A US J.D., LLM or equivalent degree is required. Graduation from a top US law school is a plus.
  • Member of the Illinois bar in good standing is highly preferred.
  • 5-7+ years of professional experience as an attorney in a major law firm or corporation focused on import and related matters as well as experience with contracts and commercial matters (including M&A).
  • Fully fluent in English and proficiency in other languages such as Spanish a plus.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Experience with Thomson Reuters Legal Tracker and DocuSign a plus.
  • Professional level of written and verbal communication skills; critical thinking and research skills.
  • Excellent and deep experience in drafting, commenting on, negotiating and closing various commercial agreements. M&A experience a definite plus.
  • Interest and skill in technology generally, with knowledge of or experience with robots, sensors, controllers, safety services (OSHA compliant), software and related products and services (a plus).

  Behavioral Profile:

  Proactive, self-starter that delivers results on time and with high quality. Reliable, dedicated, professional that demonstrates the ability to do the following:

  • Ability to handle multiple requests under tight deadlines
  • Experience with and high skill in working and communicating in an international work environment
  • Strong self-sufficiency and able to work independently, as well as in team settings
  • Demonstrated curiosity in learning new subject matter and skills and in receiving feedback well
  • Exceptional attention to detail, and follow-up skills
  • Highly organized
  • Reason logically and analyze situations accurately to recommend next steps
  • Effectively prioritize workflow
  • Flexibility, and the ability to shift directions as needed
  • Proactive approach to problem solving
  • Ability to maintain absolute integrity of confidential information

  The pay Range for this role is $165,000-$180,000, however, base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. This position is also eligible for an annual performance-based bonus program. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.

  Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Omron, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

  Omron is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

• About the company

  Since its establishment in 1933 as Tateisi Electric Manufacturing Co., OMRON has supported industry with innovative solutions and advanced technologies. We invite you learn more about our pioneering history through stories and photos from OMRON's past.

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