Business Unit General Counsel, Windows & Doors
TypeFull-time job
LocationUnited States
Posted1 hour ago
The Business Unit General Counsel, Windows & Doors will serve as the dedicated legal business partner for the Windows & Doors BU. Reporting directly to the Chief Legal Officer, this role will provide strategic legal counsel and support across all aspects of the business unit's operations, from product development and manufacturing to sales and distribution. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to identify legal risks, develop solutions, and ensure compliance while enabling business growth.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Business Partnership & Strategy
Serve as the primary legal counsel and trusted advisor for assigned business unit leadership team
Partner with business leaders to understand strategic objectives and provide proactive legal guidance
Participate in business unit strategic planning sessions and provide legal risk assessments
Support merger and acquisition activities, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships
Advise on corporate governance matters affecting the business unit
Commercial & Transactional Support
Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements including supply agreements, distribution contracts, manufacturing agreements, and licensing deals
Manage customer and vendor contract portfolios, ensuring favorable terms and risk mitigation
Support sales teams with contract negotiations and deal structuring
Advise on pricing strategies, terms and conditions, and commercial risk management
Handle contract disputes and claims management
Regulatory & Compliance
Ensure compliance with industry-specific regulations affecting commercial building products, including antitrust policies
Monitor evolving regulatory landscape and assess impact on business operations
Develop and implement compliance policies and procedures
Deliver legal and compliance training programs for business unit leadership and employees, including antitrust, ethics, and contract management
Support environmental, health, and safety legal requirements
Advise on trade compliance, tariff impacts on materials sourcing, and import/export regulatory requirements
Product & Intellectual Property
Advise on product development, launch strategies, and lifecycle management
Support intellectual property protection including patents, trademarks, and trade secrets
Review marketing materials and product communications for legal compliance
Handle product liability matters, construction defect litigation, and insurance warranty claims, including coordination with risk management and outside counsel
Operational Legal Support
Support real estate transactions including facility leases and acquisitions
Advise on supply chain and logistics legal issues
Manage litigation matters and work with outside counsel as needed
Manage the business unit's legal budget and outside counsel relationships, including matter staffing, fee arrangements, and performance evaluation
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Licensed to practice law
Minimum of 10 years of legal experience, with at least 4 years supporting a business unit preferred
Experience in manufacturing, industrial products, or construction/building materials industry preferred
Background in commercial law, contracts, litigation/claims and regulatory compliance
Experience managing outside counsel relationships and legal budgets
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
Cornerstone Building Brands (CBB) Values and Behaviors & Mindsets – Act consistently with CBB’s Values (Safety, Integrity, & Inclusion) and Behaviors & Mindsets (Customer-Centricity, Interconnectedness, Continuous Improvement).
Communication - Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical business guidance
Delivers Results – Prioritizes achieving outcomes without compromising values
Influences with Impact – Clearly communicates with confidence to drive action and build enthusiasm
Raises the Bar – Inspires growth by challenging limits and pursuing excellence
Knows the Business – Exhibits strong business judgment, understands priorities, and acts decisively
Manages Courageously – Adapts to change and effectively resolves conflict
Resiliency – Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. (Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week.)
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines
Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?
Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.
*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.
Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or . If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or . This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) of 2018
Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.
Note to External Recruiters
Cornerstone Building Brands does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay fees for any candidate submissions that were not expressly authorized.
Notice of Recruitment Fraud
We have been made aware of multiple scams whereby unauthorized individuals are using Cornerstone Building Brand's name and logo to solicit potential job-seekers for employment. In some cases, job-seekers are being contacted directly, both by phone and e-mail. In other instances, these unauthorized individuals are placing advertisements for fake positions with both legitimate websites and fabricated ones. These individuals are typically promising high-paying jobs with the requirement that the job-seeker send money to pay for things such as visa applications or processing fees. Please be advised that Cornerstone Building Brands will never ask potential job-seekers for any sort of advance payment or bank account information as part of the recruiting or hiring process.
Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., we serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Our market-leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands’ broad, multi-channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibility are embedded in our culture. We are committed to contributing positively to the communities where we live, work and play. For more information, visit us at
Originally posted on Himalayas
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Business Partnership & Strategy
Serve as the primary legal counsel and trusted advisor for assigned business unit leadership team
Partner with business leaders to understand strategic objectives and provide proactive legal guidance
Participate in business unit strategic planning sessions and provide legal risk assessments
Support merger and acquisition activities, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships
Advise on corporate governance matters affecting the business unit
Commercial & Transactional Support
Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements including supply agreements, distribution contracts, manufacturing agreements, and licensing deals
Manage customer and vendor contract portfolios, ensuring favorable terms and risk mitigation
Support sales teams with contract negotiations and deal structuring
Advise on pricing strategies, terms and conditions, and commercial risk management
Handle contract disputes and claims management
Regulatory & Compliance
Ensure compliance with industry-specific regulations affecting commercial building products, including antitrust policies
Monitor evolving regulatory landscape and assess impact on business operations
Develop and implement compliance policies and procedures
Deliver legal and compliance training programs for business unit leadership and employees, including antitrust, ethics, and contract management
Support environmental, health, and safety legal requirements
Advise on trade compliance, tariff impacts on materials sourcing, and import/export regulatory requirements
Product & Intellectual Property
Advise on product development, launch strategies, and lifecycle management
Support intellectual property protection including patents, trademarks, and trade secrets
Review marketing materials and product communications for legal compliance
Handle product liability matters, construction defect litigation, and insurance warranty claims, including coordination with risk management and outside counsel
Operational Legal Support
Support real estate transactions including facility leases and acquisitions
Advise on supply chain and logistics legal issues
Manage litigation matters and work with outside counsel as needed
Manage the business unit's legal budget and outside counsel relationships, including matter staffing, fee arrangements, and performance evaluation
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Licensed to practice law
Minimum of 10 years of legal experience, with at least 4 years supporting a business unit preferred
Experience in manufacturing, industrial products, or construction/building materials industry preferred
Background in commercial law, contracts, litigation/claims and regulatory compliance
Experience managing outside counsel relationships and legal budgets
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
Cornerstone Building Brands (CBB) Values and Behaviors & Mindsets – Act consistently with CBB’s Values (Safety, Integrity, & Inclusion) and Behaviors & Mindsets (Customer-Centricity, Interconnectedness, Continuous Improvement).
Communication - Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical business guidance
Delivers Results – Prioritizes achieving outcomes without compromising values
Influences with Impact – Clearly communicates with confidence to drive action and build enthusiasm
Raises the Bar – Inspires growth by challenging limits and pursuing excellence
Knows the Business – Exhibits strong business judgment, understands priorities, and acts decisively
Manages Courageously – Adapts to change and effectively resolves conflict
Resiliency – Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. (Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week.)
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines
Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?
Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.
*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.
Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or . If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or . This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) of 2018
Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.
Note to External Recruiters
Cornerstone Building Brands does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay fees for any candidate submissions that were not expressly authorized.
Notice of Recruitment Fraud
We have been made aware of multiple scams whereby unauthorized individuals are using Cornerstone Building Brand's name and logo to solicit potential job-seekers for employment. In some cases, job-seekers are being contacted directly, both by phone and e-mail. In other instances, these unauthorized individuals are placing advertisements for fake positions with both legitimate websites and fabricated ones. These individuals are typically promising high-paying jobs with the requirement that the job-seeker send money to pay for things such as visa applications or processing fees. Please be advised that Cornerstone Building Brands will never ask potential job-seekers for any sort of advance payment or bank account information as part of the recruiting or hiring process.
Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., we serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Our market-leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands’ broad, multi-channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibility are embedded in our culture. We are committed to contributing positively to the communities where we live, work and play. For more information, visit us at
Originally posted on Himalayas
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