Maritime Project Counsel – Hybrid, Up to $170K

Jab Recruitment; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

JAB Recruitment seeks an experienced Assistant General Counsel to support a leading U.S.-based marine infrastructure services provider. The role reports to the General Counsel and covers contracting, project development, regulatory compliance, and risk management across domestic and international matters.

Strong drafting and negotiation skills are essential, with the ability to work independently and partner with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of legal experience in a law firm or in-house environment.
• Experience in maritime, construction, energy, infrastructure, or asset-intensive industry preferred.
• Strong contract drafting, negotiation, analytical, and risk assessment skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support across contracting and project development, and advise on compliance and risk.
• Review and draft domestic and international project contracts during tender and prequalification.
• Partner with business leaders and contract professionals to identify and mitigate legal risks.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex project agreements, leases, and services contracts.
• Offer guidance on FAR requirements and government contracting matters.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Texas Bar admission

Bachelor's degree

Job description

JAB Recruitment seeks an experienced Assistant General Counsel to support a leading U.S.-based marine infrastructure services provider. The role reports to the General Counsel and covers contracting, project development, regulatory compliance, and risk management across domestic and international matters.

Strong drafting and negotiation skills are essential, with the ability to work independently and partner with cross-functional teams.