Senior In-House Corporate Counsel – Contracts & Risk

Westwood Professional Services; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced Associate Corporate Counsel in Dallas, Texas. This role will support business operations with expertise in commercial contract drafting and negotiation.

The ideal candidate will have a strong legal background with 7-10 years of experience, providing legal guidance to business leaders and managing contracts and disputes effectively. This position offers a full-time opportunity within a rapidly growing professional services firm.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of demonstrated legal experience in corporate or in-house environments.
• Substantial experience in commercial contract management and negotiation.
• Experience managing contract disputes and litigation matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to business leaders on commercial and operational matters.
• Draft and negotiate commercial contracts, including client and subconsultant agreements.
• Manage claims and disputes, directing outside counsel as necessary.

Skills

Commercial contract drafting

Negotiation

Risk management

Legal compliance

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Job description

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced Associate Corporate Counsel in Dallas, Texas. This role will support business operations with expertise in commercial contract drafting and negotiation.

The ideal candidate will have a strong legal background with 7-10 years of experience, providing legal guidance to business leaders and managing contracts and disputes effectively. This position offers a full-time opportunity within a rapidly growing professional services firm.