Senior Counsel: Construction & Federal Contracts (In-House)

Hawaiian Electric; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 141,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawaiian Electric is seeking an Associate General Counsel or Senior Associate General Counsel to join its P Legal Department on Oahu. This role emphasizes construction and federal contracts and will be filled at the level best suited to the candidate’s qualifications.

Provides in-house legal services for the Companies, oversees outside counsel, and advises senior management on complex legal issues and strategic matters. Opportunity to shape corporate policy and risk management.

Qualifications

• Law degree and Hawaii bar in good standing.
• Strong knowledge of commercial and business law, focusing on contract law.
• Familiarity with the legal areas listed in the job requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-house legal services for Hawaiian Electric and its subsidiaries, focusing on construction and federal contracts; monitor work by outside counsel.
• Direct, monitor, and collaborate with outside counsel and Legal Assistants; manage costs and invoices.
• Advise senior management on legal issues and risks; develop policies and procedures.

Skills

Contract law

Commercial law

Regulatory knowledge

Legal risk assessment

Communication skills

Analytical ability

Management ability

Education

Juris Doctor / law degree

Bar admission Hawaii

Job description

Hawaiian Electric is seeking an Associate General Counsel or Senior Associate General Counsel to join its P Legal Department on Oahu. This role emphasizes construction and federal contracts and will be filled at the level best suited to the candidate’s qualifications.

Provides in-house legal services for the Companies, oversees outside counsel, and advises senior management on complex legal issues and strategic matters. Opportunity to shape corporate policy and risk management.