Hybrid Associate Legal Counsel: Contracts & M&A

Norsk Hydro; Rosemont (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Norsk Hydro in Rosemont, IL is seeking an Associate Legal Counsel on a hybrid schedule. The role requires a Juris Doctor from an accredited U.S. law school, an Illinois license to practice, and at least 3 years of post-JD experience. You will support commercial, corporate, compliance, and regulatory matters, drafting contracts and advising on governance and M&A.

Ideal candidates combine law firm training with in-house exposure and are proficient in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited U.S. law school and Illinois license to practice.
• At least 3 years of post-JD legal experience, in-house or law firm.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support across commercial, corporate, compliance and regulatory matters.
• Draft and negotiate complex contracts (supply, distribution, licensing).
• Advise on corporate governance and support M&A transactions.
• Assist with litigation and dispute resolution under supervision.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Legal research

Regulatory compliance

M&A support

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Illinois bar license

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Norsk Hydro in Rosemont, IL is seeking an Associate Legal Counsel on a hybrid schedule. The role requires a Juris Doctor from an accredited U.S. law school, an Illinois license to practice, and at least 3 years of post-JD experience. You will support commercial, corporate, compliance, and regulatory matters, drafting contracts and advising on governance and M&A.

Ideal candidates combine law firm training with in-house exposure and are proficient in Microsoft Office.