Senior Counsel - Commercial

GE Vernova, Inc.; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 176,000 - 294,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Counsel to support the Supply Chain organization within the Power segment. You will provide strategic legal guidance, draft and negotiate complex contracts, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risk and enable business objectives.

The role requires a JD, bar admission, 8+ years of experience, and fluency in English. You will handle international negotiations, corporate, and finance matters while promoting compliance

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice and in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar
• At least 8 years of post-admission legal experience in a law firm or in-house
• Fluency in English (additional languages a plus)

Responsibilities

• Provide legal analysis and support for supply chain, procurement, logistics and software licenses
• Advise on contract interpretation, claims and disputes
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex domestic and international purchase contracts and software licenses
• Lead projects and develop training and templates to streamline legal processes
• Identify and mitigate regional, portfolio and transactional risks
• Ensure compliance with antitrust, FCPA, environmental and customs regulations

Skills

Commercial law

Contract drafting

Negotiation

M&A

Corporate restructuring

Corporate law

Finance law

Contract management

Legal operations

Education

Juris Doctor

Tools

CLM systems

AI tools in contracting

Legal technology

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Senior Commercial Counsel provides legal advice and support to business leaders across the Supply Chain organization of GE Vernova’s Power segment. We are looking for a business-minded attorney who works well with all levels of the organization and has a strong track record of advising clients on complex commercial agreements and strategy. You will work with other legal groups and cross-functional business teams to develop strategy, draft, and negotiate a wide variety of Supply Chain related agreements, support disputes and claims, develop and implement training, improve processes, and provide risk assessment and compliance support.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Law firm or in-house experience in one or more of the following areas: commercial, litigation, mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring, corporate, or corporate finance
• Familiarity with legal technology, CLM systems, and AI tools in contracting and legal operations
• Providing legal analysis and support for supply chain, procurement, logistics and customs transactions, including structuring, drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex domestic and international purchase contracts and software licenses
• Advising on contract interpretation, claims, and disputes
• Using Lean thinking to streamline processes and reduce cycle time, including developing standard templates and policies
• Identifying and advising on regional, portfolio, and transactional risks and how to mitigate them
• Leading projects that support business and supply chain initiatives
• Providing advice and counsel on antitrust/competition law, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, environmental and customs issues, and other regulations and compliance matters
• Developing and delivering training on legal, contract, and compliance matters
• Staying current on legal developments affecting supply chain activities
• Communicating across all levels of the organization and working cross-functionally to drive business priorities

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice and in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar
• At least 8 years of post-admission legal experience in a law firm or in-house
• Fluency in English (additional languages a plus)

Desired Characteristics

• Strong legal acumen and substantial experience drafting, negotiating, and closing complex commercial or financial transactions
• Demonstrated ability to resolve legal issues quickly and effectively and make on-the-spot risk calls
• Ability to manage multiple global matters, set priorities, and drive projects to completion in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to work effectively at all levels of the organization
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, influencing and leadership skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with a process-driven approach to recurring issues
• Sound judgment and business knowledge
• Law firm or in-house experience in one or more of the following areas: commercial, litigation, mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring, corporate, or corporate finance
• Familiarity with legal technology, CLM systems, and AI tools in contracting and legal operations

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $176,300.00 and $293,800.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on September 30, 2026.Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.