Legal Counsel

The Austin Company; Mayfield (OH); On-site; USD 125,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Life Insurance

STD

401K with matching

Job summary

The Austin Company in the United States is seeking a Legal Counsel to join the Legal, Risk-Management & Compliance team. You will review, negotiate, and draft commercial contracts across architecture, engineering, construction, and consulting operations, while managing insurance and surety programs.

You will advise business stakeholders on contractual rights and risks, coordinate with outside counsel, support litigation and dispute resolution, and help develop templates, playbooks, and policies

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in at least one state (OH; FL; CA).
• 3–5+ years of relevant legal experience including drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Strong knowledge of contract law, risk management, insurance, and regulatory compliance related to architecture, engineering, and construction services.
• Experience in both law firm and in-house settings preferred.
• Experience with Federal government contracting and related compliance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a wide range of commercial agreements, including A/E/C contracts.
• Advise on contractual rights, obligations, risks, and business implications.
• Advise on existing insurance and surety program protections and improvements.
• Manage insurance and bond claims.
• Support litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution; coordinate with outside counsel.
• Assist with corporate governance matters and internal audit programs.
• Develop templates, playbooks, and standard policies to improve efficiency.

Skills

Contract drafting

Contract negotiation

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Legal analysis

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Brief Description

Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary career journey? Look no further than The Austin Company, where greatness is not just a goal, but a way of life. As a leading design, engineering, and construction firm with a rich legacy dating back to 1878, Austin offers unparalleled opportunities for growth, innovation, and professional development. Join our dynamic team and be part of a company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of industries worldwide. With a commitment to excellence, a collaborative work environment, and a passion for delivering exceptional results, Austin empowers its employees to reach their full potential and make a lasting impact. Discover the limitless possibilities that await you at www.theaustin.com and embark on a rewarding career journey with Austin.

The Legal Counsel is a key member of The Austin Company (R) Legal, Risk-Management & Compliance (LRC) team. Austin's in-house LRC Department broadly supports the organization and its architectural, engineering, construction, and consulting operations throughout the United States and internationally. The Legal Counsel's core focus will be (i) reviewing, negotiating, and drafting commercial contracts consistent with internal policy and industry best practices, and (ii) managing Austin's insurance and surety programs. The role will also support other legal and compliance needs throughout the enterprise.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.


• Active license to practice law and membership in good standing with at least one state bar (Ohio; Florida; California).


• 3-5 + years of relevant legal experience, including substantial experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.


• Strong knowledge of contract law, risk management, insurance, surety bonding, and regulatory compliance related to architecture, engineering, and construction services.


• Excellent analytical, organizational, and project management skills.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced environment.


• Strong communication skills and the ability to provide practical, business-focused legal advice.


• Both law firm and in-house legal experience preferred.


• Working knowledge and experience with Federal government contracting and related compliance preferred.

Summary

• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a wide range of commercial agreements, including A/E/C customer and vendor contracts, master service agreements, statements of work, non-disclosure agreements, software and technology agreements, licensing agreements, and amendments.


• Assist with development and maintenance of contract templates, playbooks, and standard policies and processes to improve efficiency and consistency.


• Advise business stakeholders on contractual rights, obligations, risks, and business implications.


• Advise business stakeholders regarding existing insurance and surety program protections, suggestions for improvement, verify contractual and legal compliance with insurance and surety requirements.


• Manage insurance and bond claims.


• Support project and company or affiliate litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution.


• Manage outside counsel, matter budgets, and coordinate with outside consultants.


• Assist with compliance and internal audit program implementation.


• Assist with corporate governance matters.

• Austin offers a comprehensive benefit package including Medical and Dental, Life, STD, LTD, and 401K with matching as well as a competitive salary with opportunity for advancement.

The Austin Company is an EEO and DFWP Employer.

Austin is wholly owned subsidiary of Kajima.