Assistant General Counsel — Contracts & Compliance

fisher

Tempe (AZ)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

Fisher Industries, a leading heavy civil construction firm, seeks an Assistant General Counsel to provide timely legal guidance across contracts, compliance, and corporate governance. You will draft and review agreements, manage legal records, and support risk management with cross-department collaboration.

The role requires JD, bar admission, and 2–3 years of related experience, with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

JD from an accredited law school and active license to practice law.
Minimum 2–3 years of directly related legal experience.
Admission to, or ability to be admitted to, the state bar of North Dakota and/or Arizona.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with legal research tools and contract management software preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and revise contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
Track legal deadlines and support interdepartmental communication on ongoing projects.
Prepare routine legal correspondence, filings, and internal documentation.
Maintain legal databases, case files, and contract repositories with accuracy and confidentiality.
Assist with compliance reviews, regulatory filings, and internal investigations.
Manage disputes, claims, and litigation including coordination with outside counsel.