Counsel, Litigation and Compliance

Counsel, Litigation & Compliance

Chicago, IL

LHH is conducting an exclusive search for a Counsel, Litigation & Compliance for Ryerson, a  leading publicly traded metals processor and distributor. Reporting directly to the General Counsel – North America & Chief Compliance Officer, this attorney will support litigation, employment, compliance, insurance, and risk management matters across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation, claims, investigations, and dispute resolution matters across North America.

• Partner with the General Counsel on litigation strategy, settlement decisions, and risk assessments.

• Oversee insurance-related matters, including claims management, carrier communications, coverage issues, and policy renewals.

• Advise Human Resources and business leaders on employment matters, including employee relations, workplace investigations, discipline, terminations, and policy interpretation.

• Support compliance initiatives involving data privacy, cybersecurity, and government contracting requirements.

• Advise on risk, liability, and compliance issues arising from acquisitions, contracts, leases, and vendor agreements.

• Monitor legal and regulatory developments and provide practical guidance to internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• J.D. and active bar membership.

• 3+ years of legal experience in a law firm, in-house legal department, or a combination of both.

• Experience managing litigation and dispute resolution matters.

• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to provide practical legal advice in a fast-paced business environment.

• Experience with employment law, insurance, compliance, data privacy, cybersecurity, or government contracting is preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary of approximately $170,000–$200,000, plus bonus.

• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits.

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.

• Generous paid time off and company holidays.

Location

Chicago, IL. Hybrid work arrangement.

Why This Role

This role is well suited for an attorney who enjoys a broad practice and wants to grow beyond commercial litigation or labor and employment.  This role reports directly to the General Counsel, who came to Ryerson as a Senior Counsel and is looking to mentor towards long-term growth within the organization’s collegial and tenured legal department.

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Pay Details: $170,000.00 to $200,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Carolyn Aberman

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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