Senior Corporate Counsel, Global Commercial Litigation

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

 

Senior Corporate Counsel, Global Commercial Litigation

Based Onsite in St. Petersburg, FL

Jabil (NYSE: JBL) is a diversified manufacturer and service provider with more than 140,000 employees operating in dozens of facilities in 30 countries. FY2026 Revenue was more than $36B.

Jabil is seeking to hire an experienced Senior Corporate Counsel, Global Commercial Litigation to be based in our global headquarters in St. Petersburg, Florida. The position will be a key member of Jabil's Global Litigation Legal team, reporting to the VP, Deputy General Counsel - Chief Global Litigation Counsel, and working in close collaboration with all Jabil legal and enterprise functions, global business teams, and outside counsel. This is an in-person position at Jabil's St. Pete Headquarters.

What can you expect to do?

Under the direction of the VP/DGC, Global Litigation, functions of this position include:

• Develop and implement effective resolution strategies for global commercial and employment claims, disputes, and litigation.
• Provide daily tactical counsel and creative legal solutions to challenging issues facing Jabil's global business units in an expedited manner.
• Lead and support investigations and collaborate with other functions to improve Jabil's investigation processes.
• Navigate competing workflows, set appropriate priorities with internal stakeholders, and drive results within agreed timelines.
• Exercise mature and reliable judgment in evaluating and communicating legal risks and benefits.
• Develop, update, and advise on existing and proposed policies and processes in close collaboration with legal and business stakeholders.
• Efficiently and proactively manage commercial and labor & employment litigation, pre-litigation disputes, and claims.
• Manage outside counsel, including engagement, document retention and production, discovery, budgets, staffing, and overall case strategy.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks through training programs that educate business leaders on relevant laws, regulations, lessons learned, and best practices.
• Draft demand letters, pleadings, discovery responses, settlement agreements, and other legal documents.
• Support legal matters and litigation activities in locations both within and outside of the United States.
• Collaborate with internal clients to drive process improvements, develop templates and self-service tools, and implement risk mitigation strategies and best practices.

What is the experience needed to be successful in this role?

• J.D. or equivalent degree and member in good standing of a State Bar.
• 3-5 years of commercial litigation experience, preferably in both a law firm and in-house setting of a global industrial company with exposure to labor and governance matters.
• Strong knowledge of civil procedure and the discovery process.
• Fluency in business principles and the ability to credibly communicate with and influence business leaders.
• Experience using a practical, business-oriented approach to problem-solving while balancing legal complexity and risk.
• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in commercial litigation and the ability to manage matters across multiple jurisdictions with minimal supervision.
• Proven ability to proactively lead change and drive improvements aligned to corporate priorities, strategic goals, and risk mitigation needs.
• Experience managing budgets and coordinating outside counsel and internal stakeholders to achieve strategic objectives.
• High level of integrity, trust, and sound ethical judgment.
• Superior legal writing, analytical skills, judgment, and initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions and commitment to continuous learning.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to handle numerous complex legal matters simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and influencing skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Strong professional presence, sound judgment, and ability to stand firm on issues when necessary.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Preferred Qualifications

• International litigation experience.
• Fluency in a second language.

Benefits Package with Jabil

Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Annual Bonus
• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
• 401K Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Adoption Assistance
• Annual Merit Increases
• Community Volunteer Opportunities

 

 

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