Senior Associate General Counsel

MCI; New Mexico; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MCI is seeking a skilled attorney to support the General Counsel with contract drafting, negotiations, and broad legal counsel. This role emphasizes timely advice on contracts, regulatory matters, and policy compliance across US jurisdictions.

Ideal candidates hold a JD with bar admission and at least 2 years of practice, excelling in fast-paced environments. Office-based role with potential flexibility and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• JD required and U.S. state bar admission.
• Minimum 2 years of legal experience with focus areas noted in the posting.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Proficient research and drafting using Westlaw and PACER.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support to General Counsel.
• Draft, review, and revise contracts and transactional documents.
• Counsel internal business units on legal topics and risk.
• Conduct broad legal research on varied topics.
• Monitor state and federal laws and industry publications.
• Maintain high standards of professional conduct and communicate policies clearly.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Legal research

Oral and written presentation

Westlaw/PACER

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Tools

Westlaw

PACER

Microsoft Office

Job description

MCI is seeking a skilled attorney to support the General Counsel with contract drafting, negotiations, and broad legal counsel. This role emphasizes timely advice on contracts, regulatory matters, and policy compliance across US jurisdictions.

Ideal candidates hold a JD with bar admission and at least 2 years of practice, excelling in fast-paced environments. Office-based role with potential flexibility and comprehensive benefits.