Associate Attorney

Vista Global; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Life & Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flight benefits with Delta

Job summary

Vista America, a private aviation operator, seeks an Associate Attorney to manage day-to-day legal needs and support the General Counsel. You will draft and negotiate commercial contracts and advise across departments in a dynamic in-house setting.

This role targets 2–4 years of experience, with exposure to operations, risk management, and outside counsel coordination in the aviation industry.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school and US bar admission.
• 2–4 years of practice in law firm or in-house counsel.
• Proven ability to draft and negotiate commercial contracts.
• Knowledge of statutes and regulations affecting businesses.

Responsibilities

• Review and draft contracts; advise on legal issues across departments.
• Draft and negotiate MSAs and service/supply agreements.
• Support day-to-day needs of the Legal Department.
• Develop policies to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
• Coordinate with HR to implement risk management and structuring initiatives.
• Assist with selecting and managing outside counsel.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Communication

Legal knowledge

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Bar admission in U.S. jurisdiction

Job description

Job Profile

The Associate Attorney is a full-time position reporting to the General Counsel, managing the day-to-day legal needs of Vista America, a private jet operator. The Associate Attorney will assist in providing advice on legal matters across the company, handling operational legal needs of the Legal Department, supporting outside counsel relationships, and drafting and negotiating commercial contracts. This role is well-suited for an attorney with 2–4 years of experience who is looking to grow within a dynamic in-house legal environment in the aviation industry.

Vista America is an operating partner of Vista,the world’s first private aviation ecosystem, integrating a unique portfolio of companies. Vista has a global workforce of over 4,000 aviation professionals and has flown corporations, governments, and private clients to 187 countries, covering 96% of the world – all with the mission to provide clients with the most advanced flying services at the very best value, anytime, anywhere around the world.

Responsibilities

• Work effectively with all departments, which shall include reviewing and drafting contracts, assistance in potential litigation matters, and advising on legal issues specific to each department.
• Draft and negotiate operational agreements, such as and without limitation, Master Services Agreements for business departments, marketing, and business development agreements, and service and supply agreements.
• Support all day to day needs of the Legal Department.
• Develop and modify policies, practices, and guidelines to confirm with business requirements and maintain compliance with applicable state, federal and international laws, and regulations.
• Manage dissemination within the company of information needed to maintain compliance with laws and regulations.
• Coordinate with human resources to implement risk management and corporate structuring initiatives.
• Assist with the selection, retention, and management of outside counsel.

Required education and experience

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, with eligibility for admission in the jurisdiction of employment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of statutes, rules and regulations pertaining to businesses.
• 2–4 years of practice with an established law firm or relevant in-house counsel experience (in-house experience highly preferred).
• Proficient experience in drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts.
• Proficient understanding of business sensitivities and confidentiality.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans available first day of employment
• 401(k) plan with generous company match with full and immediate vesting
• Company Paid Life, Short, and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs and Mental Health Wellness Program readily available to support your individual needs
• Empty Leg Flight Benefits & Customized Travel Site with Delta Airlines

The affiliated operating partners of Vista are equal employment opportunity employers. The affiliated operating partners of Vista do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. The affiliated operating partners of Vista also prohibit harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.