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L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Senior Principal, Counsel

Job Code: 24143

Job Location: Palm Bay, FL

Job Schedule: 9/80 - Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers' mission-critical needs. We provide advanced defense and commercial technologies across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. Our diverse and inclusive team is dedicated to creating a safer and more secure world.

L3Harris Technologies is seeking an accomplished and visionary Senior Principal, Counsel, to lead our global legal team. The ideal candidate will be a strategic partner to the legal leadership team, providing expert legal advice and support on a wide range of complex legal and business issues. This role requires exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to navigate a dynamic and highly regulated industry.

Essential Functions:

• Lead and manage the global legal department, including hiring, mentoring, and developing a high-performing team of legal professionals.
• Advise on corporate governance matters, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and corporate policies.
• Oversee the drafting, review, and negotiation of complex contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to protect the company's interests.
• Provide legal guidance on mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other strategic transactions.
• Manage and mitigate legal risks by developing and implementing effective legal strategies and risk management processes.
• Oversee litigation and dispute resolution matters, working closely with external counsel as needed.
• Ensure compliance with international, federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including those related to export controls, government contracts, and data privacy.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop and implement company policies and procedures that align with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Represent the company in interactions with regulatory authorities, industry groups, and other external stakeholders.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on legal topics and best practices to foster a culture of compliance and ethical behavior. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 15 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree with a minimum of 13 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 19 years of prior related experience.
• 15 years of relevant legal experience, including significant experience in a senior leadership role within a corporate legal department or law firm.
• Extensive knowledge of corporate law, commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, mergers and acquisitions, and litigation.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex legal matters and leading a high-performing legal team. 

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience in the aerospace and defense industry.
• Familiarity with international laws and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate and influence in a highly regulated and complex industry.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• High ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and integrity.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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