Senior Corporate Counsel

The LiRo Group; Syosset (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic legal team at a leading construction management firm, where you will leverage your extensive legal expertise to provide comprehensive corporate counsel. In this exciting role, you will handle a variety of legal matters, including contract negotiations, litigation support, and compliance issues. This innovative organization is committed to fostering a collaborative culture that empowers its employees while providing a competitive compensation package. If you are a proactive problem-solver with a passion for corporate law, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Total Compensation Package

Employee-Only Stock Purchase Plan

Mentoring programs

Continuing Education Program

Employee referral bonus

Volunteer/Industry association opportunities

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of legal experience, preferably in construction.
• Strong drafting skills with attention to detail.
• Broad transactional experience in corporate law.

Responsibilities

• Perform corporate generalist functions like contract review and litigation support.
• Draft and negotiate contracts across various business functions.
• Identify legal risks and provide solutions.

Skills

Commercial transactions

Litigation

Risk and Compliance

Contract drafting and review

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission in New York State

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Overview

We currently have a need for a Senior Corporate Counsel who will serve as a member of the Company’s legal department and report to the Executive Vice President & General Counsel. The attorney in this position will be responsible for collaborating across all levels of the organization to provide legal advice both individually and with other Legal team members and outside counsel. This role requires the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while managing multiple demands.

Come join our team! We are looking to build services and capabilities through the growth of our key asset—our staff. Ranked among the nation's top A/E firms by Engineering News-Record, LiRo-Hill provides construction management, engineering, environmental, architectural, and program management solutions. You can become part of an organization with a strong track record, focused on strengthening relationships and capabilities to continue being a trusted resource for clients in both the public and private sectors. We are proud to be known as an “Integrated Construction, Design and Technology Solutions” firm, a reputation we have consistently upheld.

Recently, Global Infrastructure Solutions Inc. (GISI), the parent company of The LiRo Group and Hill International, Inc., consolidated a portion of the experienced staff of both LiRo and Hill in the Northeast to create a larger, more efficient, and cost-effective team to serve clients. LiRo-Hill is a 1100-person firm with offices in NYC, Long Island, Buffalo, Rochester, Boston, and Metro Park, NJ.

Responsibilities

• Perform corporate generalist functions such as contract review, litigation support, transactional due diligence, and other matters based on the Company’s needs
• Review, negotiate, and draft contracts across various business functions, including construction subcontractor agreements, professional services and supplier agreements, NDAs, and other contracts
• Draft and review company communications
• Provide litigation support, including interfacing with and supervising outside counsel to ensure high-quality legal support at competitive costs
• Identify legal risks for the Company and provide solutions to limit exposure
• Analyze applicable laws, regulations, and industry guidance impacting the Company
• Provide legal support and guidance to the Company’s business units as needed
• Advise on employment, labor, insurance, and regulatory compliance matters
• Provide other in-house legal services as required

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of legal experience, with emphasis on Commercial transactions, Litigation, Risk and Compliance, preferably in the construction industry
• Experience in drafting and reviewing contracts, litigation support, transactional due diligence, and insurance-related matters
• Strong drafting skills with keen attention to detail
• Broad experience in various legal issues
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) or comparable software

Desired Characteristics:

• Team player, capable of working independently and collaboratively
• Practical, creative, and proactive problem-solver
• Strong business judgment and problem-solving skills
• Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
• Highly responsive
• Ability to manage shifting priorities and responsibilities
• Broad transactional experience in corporate law

Required license or certification:

• Bar admission in New York State or equivalent

Benefits and Culture

We are committed to your success, investing in your growth and development to unlock your full potential. Our offerings include:

• Competitive Total Compensation Package
• Employee-Only Stock Purchase Plan
• Mentoring programs
• Continuing Education Program
• Employee referral bonus
• Volunteer/Industry association opportunities

Our Culture: We believe in collaboration. We strive to build a corporate culture that empowers employees to share ideas, feel valued, and reach their full potential.

- We offer a comprehensive benefits package and positive work environment

- Compensation ranges from $130,000 to $175,000, based on qualifications and location. Exact salary will be determined accordingly.

- The candidate must be authorized to work in the U.S.; Visa sponsorship is not available.

LiRo-Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, creed, religion, national origin, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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