Senior Corporate Counsel

GA Telesis, LLC; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GA Telesis, LLC, a leader in integrated aviation solutions, is seeking a practical attorney experienced in complex Banking/Finance, M&A, or Commercial Real Estate transactions. This role is located on-site in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

The candidate will manage contract negotiations and drafting for high-risk agreements, contributing to the success of 2,000+ global customers. A successful background in MRO services is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with MRO contracts and related legal issues is essential.
• Strong writing and contract drafting skills required.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, diverse environment.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and draft high-risk contracts including purchases and sales.
• Work closely with management, sales teams, and outside counsel.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Complex contract drafting

MRO services knowledge

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

JD, licensed in Florida

Job description

GA Telesis is a global leader providing integrated solutions to the aviation and aerospace industries, with a continuously expanding presence in new countries worldwide. We serve over 2,000 customers, including airlines, OEMs, and MRO providers. GA Telesis Ecosystem™ is a vast global network spanning 54 locations in 30 countries on six continents. At GA Telesis, our core business is integrated aviation solutions, and our mission is customer success.

Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President & General Counsel, the successful candidate for this position will be a practical, business-minded attorney with a strong background in complex Banking/Finance, M&A, or Commercial Real Estate transactions. This position is based on-site in South Florida.

Eligibility Requirement: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. The company does not provide visa sponsorship or accept candidates requiring sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Negotiation and heavy drafting of a wide range of complex, high-risk contracts, including agreements for engine, landing gear, and component purchases and sales, financing, repairs, and overhauls
• Interact extensively with management, salespeople, and other employees of the Company at all levels, and with outside counsel as required

Requirements

• At least five (5) years’ experience successfully negotiating, drafting, and closing agreements for MRO services and dealing with related issues, including warranties, indemnities, risk of loss, insurance, limitation of liability, etc.
• Excellent writing and contract drafting skills
• Detail oriented while also a practical and business-oriented problem solver
• Ability to function successfully in a diverse, fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Collaborative team player
• JD, licensed and in good standing in Florida or another state, or otherwise qualified to become an Authorized House Counsel in Florida

Preferred Requirements

• Commercial aviation experience, particularly with maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) contracts
• Experience with government / military contracts
• Experience with cross-border transactions