Legal Council

Hatch Ltd.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch Ltd. is seeking a Legal Counsel to join our Corporate, Commercial & Legal Services (U.S.) team in Pittsburgh.

The role provides practical commercial and corporate legal support to project managers and technical leaders across the United States. Working under senior attorneys, you will review and negotiate agreements, perform regulatory research, and assist with contract lifecycles while collaborating with procurement, HR, finance, and compliance.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate or equivalent from an accredited law school.
• License to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (PA license preferred).
• 3+ years of relevant experience with a major law firm or in-house legal department.

Responsibilities

• Assist with 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 templates, approval workflows, and document management.
• Assist with internal investigations, claim reviews, and fact development for dispute matters under supervision.
• Collaborate with corporate functions 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 environment.

Skills

Legal drafting

Contract negotiation

Regulatory research

Communication

Education

Juris Doctorate

Tools

Document management systems

Legal research databases

Job description

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Legal Council

Date: Aug 17, 2026

Location: Pittsburgh, PA, US

Company: Hatch

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.

Hatch is seeking a Legal Counsel with at least three years of U.S. legal experience to join our Corporate, Commercial & Legal Services (U.S.) team. This role supports Hatch’s engineering, infrastructure, energy, and technology projects across the United States. Working under the guidance of senior attorneys, the successful candidate will provide practical commercial and corporate legal support to project managers, commercial teams, and technical leaders.

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.

• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

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.