Legal Council

Hatch; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch in Pittsburgh, PA seeks a qualified attorney to support senior counsel in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial agreements. The role involves legal research on U.S. regulations related to capital projects and engineering services, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

The position supports contract lifecycle activities, internal investigations, and risk mitigation efforts, with travel as needed in a dynamic, team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate or equivalent degree from an accredited law school.
• License to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (PA preferred).
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience with a major law firm or in-house legal department.
• Strong interest in commercial contracting, project delivery, and infrastructure/energy work.
• Detail oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and priorities in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate commercial agreements, including NDAs and subcontracts.
• Conduct legal research on U.S. federal, state, and local regulations relevant to capital projects and engineering services.
• Prepare issue summaries, risk assessments, and recommended revisions for project teams.
• Support contract lifecycle activities, including templates, approvals, and document management.
• Assist with internal investigations, claim reviews, and fact development for dispute matters.
• Collaborate with procurement, HR, finance, and compliance on legal questions and policy applications.
• Contribute to internal training materials on legal topics and risk mitigation.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by senior lawyers in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Skills

Commercial contracting

Legal research

Negotiation

Drafting

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Job description

Requisition ID: 99182

Job Category: Legal

Location: Pittsburgh, PA, United States

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure , our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

As part of our Shared Services group, comprised of Finance, Marketing, Communications, Human Resources, Commercial, Legal and Facilities, we support the business achieve their goals through a range of strong technical capabilities. We ensure delivery of services through the skills of our people, methodologies, and systems.

In This Role, You Will

• Assist senior counsel in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial agreements, including professional services agreements, NDAs, and subcontracts.
• Conduct legal research on U.S. federal, state, and local regulations relevant to capital projects and engineering services.
• Prepare issue summaries, risk assessments, and recommended revisions for project teams.
• Support contract lifecycle activities, including use and development of templates, approval workflows, and document management.
• Assist with internal investigations, claim reviews, and fact development for dispute matters under attorney supervision.
• Collaborate with corporate functions (procurement, HR, finance, compliance) on legal questions and policy applications.
• Contribute to internal training materials on legal topics and risk mitigation.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by senior lawyers in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

What You Bring

• Juris Doctorate or equivalent degree from an accredited law school.
• License to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. Pennsylvania license or ability to obtain PA licensure preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years relevant experience with a major law firm and/or the in-house legal department of a major corporation
• Strong interest in commercial contracting, project delivery, and infrastructure/energy work.
• Detail oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong drafting precision.
• Ability to manage multiple matters, prioritize competing deadlines, and work collaboratively across disciplines.
• Proactive attitude, strong professional judgment, and commitment to continuous learning.

Working Conditions

• In office Pittsburgh-based role
• Some travel may be required depending on project needs.
• Collaborative team environment with opportunities for growth and increased responsibility.

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.