Primary responsibilities include handling filed or threatened litigation, regulatory matters, interfacing with suppliers and business clients, overseeing the process of responding to third-party subpoenas, supplier-related bankruptcy issues, as well as patent and intellectual property litigation. Knowledge of environmental regulations is also a plus. Additional responsibilities include working on processes and projects to mitigate risk and promote compliance. This individual will have at least seven years of experience as a civil litigator defending commercial liability claims and should have experience working with governmental regulatory agencies. The Corporate Counsel must be adept at identifying legal risks and developing a mitigation strategy by understanding legal issues and translating them into easily understood and practical legal advice and counsel to the applicable business group.

Individuals who thrive at Costco are able to drive results through collaboration, critical thinking, willingness to grow in their career, and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze potential claims and develop strategies to eliminate or minimize liability
• Serve as the primary point of contact on lawsuits and other claims, manage outside counsel, and collaborate with business
• Review and comment on legal briefs and motions prepared by outside counsel
• Assist outside counsel with discovery responses and preparation of witnesses
• Work on mediation statements, attend mediations and hearings, and review settlement agreements
• Prepare and deliver training and presentations to employees, management, executives
• Suggest process improvements and implement communication plan to team and internal stakeholders
• Address compliance and regulatory issues
• Assist with the development and implementation of the Legal strategy, vision, and goals as they align with and support compliance initiatives
• Oversee subpoena responses in collaboration with a legal assistant and outside counsel

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and Juris Doctorate degrees required
• Minimum of seven years of experience as a civil litigator required; experience in retail environment and consumer class actions preferred
• Demonstrated experience in building and leading an inclusive culture
• Highly developed writing, editing, and written communication skills
• Excellent analytical abilities and attention to detail, ability to analyze complex litigation and strategies
• Ability to operate successfully in a culture that values consultation and collaboration
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Ability to travel as needed

Costco Wholesale is an equal-opportunity employer and strives to provide a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are also committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status.