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| Company: | SLFB - Sara Lee Frozen Bakery, IL | ||
| Job Title: | JDHuntr - Director of Legal, Insurance, and Real Estate Operations $130,000 – $150,000 |
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| Job Category: | Real Estate / Commercial [ View All Real Estate Jobs ] | ||
| Job Reference: | 86765 | ||
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| A food manufacturing and consumer packaged goods organization is seeking a strategic and experienced Director of Legal, Insurance, and Real Estate Operations to oversee key operational functions aligned with business objectives. This role is responsible for managing the organization’s legal, insurance, and real estate activities. You will ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, support risk mitigation efforts, and help optimize the company’s real estate portfolio. The position requires a strong legal background, expertise in insurance strategy and management, and demonstrated experience overseeing real estate operations within a complex business environment. Director of Legal, Insurance, and Real Estate Operations 2612 Location: Oakbrook Terrace, IL Job Type: Full time Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Legal Oversight: In conjunction with the Chief Legal Officer assist in the management of outside counsel, implementation of tools and technology for operational efficiencies and business processes. Provide legal guidance and support to senior management and various departments. Review, draft, and negotiate contracts and agreements to protect the company's interests. Ensure compliance with corporate governance, local, state, and federal regulations, and manage legal risks. Lead outside counsel engagement, including onboarding, performance tracking, and billing oversight. Provide guidance and advice across the organization as a member of multi-disciplinary project teams. Partner closely with Finance business partners and FP&A team to manage budgeting, forecasting and budget variance analysis for Legal. Insurance Management: Develop and implement insurance strategies to safeguard company assets and mitigate risk. Manage relationships with insurance brokers and providers, ensuring comprehensive coverage. Analyze and manage insurance claims and coordinate with legal counsel as necessary. Real Estate Operations: Oversee the acquisition, disposition, and management of real estate assets. Develop and implement real estate strategies that align with the company’s growth objectives. Negotiate leases, contracts, and agreements related to property management. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with finance, HR, and operations teams to ensure alignment on legal, insurance, and real estate matters. Lead initiatives to educate staff on legal compliance and risk management best practices. Serve as a key point of contact for business stakeholders on legal processes and contracts. Support high-volume commercial contracting needs, including NDAs and vendor agreements. Process Improvement & Compliance Identify opportunities to streamline legal workflows and eliminate inefficiencies. Develop and document standard operating procedures and best practices. Support compliance initiatives, including policy development and internal training. Education, Knowledge and Skill Requirements: Bachelor’s degree required; Juris Doctor (JD), MBA, or other advanced degree preferred 8–10+ years of progressive experience in legal operations, or corporate legal functions Strong background in contract management, commercial agreements, and corporate governance Demonstrated experience managing or implementing legal technology solutions and systems Proven ability to design, optimize, and scale operational processes within legal or cross-functional environments Experience overseeing insurance programs, including risk mitigation strategies and claims management Knowledge of real estate operations, including lease negotiation, property management, and portfolio strategy Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis in partnership with finance teams Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization Ability to work independently while effectively escalating issues when needed to Chief Legal Officer Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with legal systems, contract management tools, and databases Personal Attributes: The Sara Lee Leader is one who: Role Models Integrity - Creates a culture of respect and inclusion, where all team members are empowered to contribute. Masters their Craft - Continually develops their skills and expertise to drive self, team, and company forward. Is intellectually curious, asking questions to inspire a better way. Values Partnerships - Frames the tough issues and works productively through them. Paves the way for their team to build relationships and collaborate effectively. Behaves Like a Business Owner - Perseveres toward a goal, despite obstacles and distraction. Navigates Change - Adapts quickly to address the most critical business needs. Leads the charge around capabilities, processes, and systems. Sara Lee Frozen Bakery offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support your whole-life well-being. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, tax-advantaged savings accounts (HSA/FSA), a 401(k) plan with company match, company-paid life and disability insurance, and access to wellness resources such as virtual healthcare and an employee assistance program. Employees are also provided a generous paid-time off program including company-paid holidays. Compensation is based on factors such as experience, education, skills, and role scope, ensuring a fair and competitive salary aligned with market standards. Director of Legal, Insurance, and Real Estate Operations $130,000 – $150,000 Sara Lee Frozen Bakery 86765 |
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| Company: | SLFB - Sara Lee Frozen Bakery | ||
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| Employment type: | Full Time | ||
| Salary: | $130,000 – $150,000 | ||
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| Degree: | JD | ||
| Experience (year): | Unspecified | ||
| Job Location: | Oakbrook Terrace, IL USA | ||
| Zip/Postal Code: | 60181 | ||
| Post Date: | 06/03/2026 | ||
| More Details: | Click here to read more about this job. | ||
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