Job Description

Deputy General Counsel – Honolulu, HI

Represented by Bishop & Company

Bishop & Company is partnering with a leading retail Hawai‘i-based organization to identify a Deputy General Counsel to join its Honolulu headquarters. This is an exciting opportunity for a licensed Hawaii attorney to take on a strategic legal role supporting executive leadership and advancing company-wide initiatives across a growing, multicultural enterprise.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Serve as a key legal advisor to senior and executive management.
• Gain exposure to corporate, regulatory, employment, and compliance matters across a diverse business portfolio.
• Collaborate with international legal teams, including counterparts in Japan.
• Engage in high-impact projects involving M&A, real estate development, leasing, and operational agreements.
• Contribute to a global organization that values integrity, innovation, and collaboration.

What You’ll Do

• Assist the General Counsel in managing all legal affairs for the company.
• Provide guidance on compliance, risk management, and corporate governance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate agreements related to mergers, acquisitions, development, construction, employment, and vendors.
• Oversee claims, investigations, and litigation matters.
• Advise on HR, employment, and regulatory issues, ensuring adherence to laws and internal policies.
• Manage and coordinate outside counsel.
• Maintain corporate records including minutes, resolutions, and consents.
• Support trademark, copyright, and intellectual property matters.
• Provide legal training to leadership and staff on policies and procedures.

What We’re Looking For

• Licensed to practice law in the State of Hawaii.
• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Minimum 2–4 years of legal experience in a law firm or in-house counsel setting.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance, compliance, and business law.
• Experience working in multi-cultural environments (U.S. and Asia experience preferred).
• Exceptional communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Professional judgment with the ability to balance legal and business considerations.
• Positive, adaptable, and collaborative mindset.
• Supervisory experience

The Details

• Location: Honolulu, HI (In office - Headquarters)
• Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt
• Compensation: Up to $130K annual salary – bonus eligible, commensurate with experience and budget approved.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a visible, trusted advisor role with a respected Hawaii-based company poised for continued growth.

Submit your resume and cover letter to: jobs@bishopco.net

Bishop & Company is a proud local firm providing recruitment services for client companies and job seekers throughout Hawaii. We charge no fees to candidates, and our client services are 100% guaranteed.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability & Veteran

(808) 839-2200 | bishopco.net

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