Senior Corporate Counsel

Rosendin; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership

401 K

Annual bonus program

PTO & holidays

Sick leave

Bereavement leave

Jury Duty

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans

Charitable Giving Match

Job summary

Rosendin, a leader in electrical contracting, seeks a Senior Corporate Counsel to provide legal counsel and risk management for the company, reporting to the VP, General Counsel. The role focuses on compliance, contracts, and corporate transactions.

You’ll draft and negotiate design and construction agreements, confidentiality agreements, leases, joint ventures, IP licenses, and more while overseeing outside counsel and advising on risk, disputes, and business decisions. Remote work is permitted.

Qualifications

• JD with admission to state bar.
• Minimum 5 years of firm or in-house experience.
• Litigation and transactional experience preferred.
• Combination of education, training, and relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify and address legal issues and drive strategic plans.
• Prepare and negotiate design/construction agreements, leases, joint ventures, IP licenses, and confidentiality agreements.
• Provide risk management and dispute resolution guidance.
• Oversee outside counsel and manage disputes and litigation.
• Prepare training on legal/risk management matters.
• Advise on corporate transactional matters and acquisitions.

Skills

Composure

Dealing with Ambiguity

Negotiating

Conflict Management

Strong analytical skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Education

JD with admission to state bar

Tools

Microsoft Office

Oracle

Job description

Whether you’re a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at Rosendin. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more.

Why Rosendin?

Committed. Innovative. Engaged.

If you’re looking to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best and brightest in the industry, we want to hear from you. Since our founding over 100+ years ago, Rosendin has been driven to positively impact the communities where we live and work. We are an organization built on integrity and we have a culture that empowers people, embraces diversity, and inspires everyone to do their best. As one of the largest EMPLOYEE-OWNED electrical contractors in the United States, you will have the unique benefit of being a shareholder at a company that is experiencing tremendous growth and success. When our people succeed and fuel our success, we reward them. We’d love to have you as a shareholder!

YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY:

The Senior Corporate Counsel will report directly to the Vice President, General Counsel, and is responsible for providing legal counsel and risk management services for the company. This position will advise and represent the company in legal matters and transactions to ensure compliance with legal requirements.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Identify and creatively address potential legal issues and drive the company’s overall strategic plan.

• Prepare and negotiate design and construction agreements, as well as other legal documents such as confidentiality agreements, leases, joint venture/teaming agreements, supply/procurement contracts and IP/license agreements.

• Provide counseling on complex risk management, dispute resolution and project management issues.

• Resolve issues that arise during the development of a project.

• Oversee outside counsel and effectively manage disputes and litigation, including where appropriate negotiated resolutions.

• Prepare and conduct training sessions on legal/risk management matters.

• Advise and oversee corporate transactional matters – i.e., stock programs, acquisitions, etc.

• Assist in business decision-making such as evaluating new opportunities, budgeting and hiring practices.

• Evaluate, inter alia, licensure requirements and labor requirements, and ensure company compliance.

• Participate in the definition and development of corporate policies, procedures and programs and provide continuing counsel and guidance on legal matters and on legal implications of all matters.

• The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing and other duties will be assigned based on the position’s role within the business unit.

WHAT YOU BRING TO US:

• JD with admission to state bar

• Minimum 5 years of firm or in-house experience

• Litigation and transactional experience preferred

• Can be a combination of education, training, and relevant experience

COMPETENCIES:

• Composure

• Dealing with Ambiguity

• Negotiating

• Conflict Management

• Strong analytical skills

• Interpersonal and communication skills

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Knowledge of Federal contracting, union/labor relations and corporate compliance/governance a plus

• Experience representing: (i) EPC contractor on renewables projects, (ii) contractors on public projects, and (iii) contractors on hospital projects is preferred.

• Able to communicate positively, effectively and efficiently with members of internal teams and outside clients

• Able to multi-task with excellent analytical and legal skills

• Ability to understand business needs and partner with the business to create solutions

• Strong understanding of the interplay between legal and business risk

• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.);Oracle preferred

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary

• Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude

• Effective oral and written communication skills as required for the position

• Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player

• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others

TRAVEL:

• 10%

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• General work environment - sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning

• Noise level is usually low to medium

• Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.

• Remote work will be permitted

Rosendin is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

YOU Matter – Our Benefits

• ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership

• 401 K

• Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement

• 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays

• 3 days of paid sick leave each year

• 3 days of paid Bereavement leave each year

• 3 days of paid Jury Duty

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• Bonding Leave

• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance

• Disability Income Protection Insurance

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)

• Charitable Giving Match with our Rosendin Foundation

Our success is rooted in our people. We all come together around long-term vision and a sense of shared ownership. As a group, we do whatever it takes to ensure the success of our business…and your career.

Rosendin is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.