Litigation Counsel

Since 1869 we've connected people through food they love. We're proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell's brand, as well as Michael Angelo's, noosa, Pace, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao's Homemade, Swanson, and V8. In our Snacks division, we have brands like Cape Cod, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pepperidge Farm, Snack Factory, and Snyder's of Hanover.

Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

Why Campbell's...

• Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners).
• Employees are eligible for our matching 401(k) plan and can enroll on the first day of employment with immediate vesting.
• Campbell's offers unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay.
• If in WHQ - free access to the fitness center. Access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store.
• Giving back to the communities where our employees work and live is very important to Campbell's. Our "Campbell's Cares" program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually.
• Campbell's has a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees.

How you will make history here...

The Litigation Counsel will be responsible for managing and directing a wide variety of commercial and business litigation. This position will be responsible for development and execution, in concert with outside counsel, of case strategy, motions, briefs, appeals, and public messaging of case related issues.

This position is responsible for selection and management of outside counsel, expert witnesses, and trial consultants, and will interact with senior legal management and business leaders. The successful candidate will provide business partners with ongoing advice regarding litigation strategy and tactics, including status of cases, analysis, risk exposure, choice of outside counsel, reputational issues, precedential impact and other considerations.

This position will oversee litigation related to iconic brands, including Campbell's, Snyder's of Hanover, Lance, Cape Cod, Kettle Chips, Late July, V8, Pepperidge Farm, Goldfish, Swanson, Prego, Pace, Rao's, and Michael Angelo's.

The position will be based in Campbell's World Headquarters in Camden, New Jersey, and this individual will be a member of the Campbell's Legal Department. The successful candidate must be able to work effectively with numerous clients in a cross-functional, team-oriented environment.

What you will do...

• Work with the business team on a variety of issues, primarily litigation and investigations.
• Work closely with the in-house legal team to best manage global legal risk.
• Effectively manage outside counsel and related matter budgets.
• Assess sources of disputes and work with business partners to proactively avoid issues.
• Support organization-wide legal projects and initiatives, as necessary.
• Provide counsel and training on additional matters as needed and directed by management.

Who you will work with...

• You will work with every department in the organization as needed.

What you bring to the table...

• Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school.
• A member in good standing of any state bar (if not already admitted in New Jersey, the successful candidate will need to obtain a New Jersey in-house bar admission).
• At least seven years of a combination of law firm and in-house litigation experience. A concentration in business and commercial litigation.
• A strong background in litigating and managing complex commercial and business disputes and cases.

It would be great if you had...

• Experience in handling class actions and food law and food safety matters or other regulatory claims and litigation will be considered a plus. Antitrust and appellate experience is also a plus.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Must be creative, exercise good judgment, and be a quick decision maker and self-starter.
• Demonstrated team player with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to interact effectively and efficiently with business partners daily and operate with limited supervision.

Compensation and Benefits:

The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.