Associate Counsel

RTeam Management Inc • Gahanna, OH

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About The Position

The Romanoff Group of Companies is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented Associate Counsel to support its growing, multi-state construction organization. The role provides practical legal guidance and support across multiple business divisions and works closely with executive leadership, operations, human resources, accounting, and risk management to navigate legal challenges, minimize risk, and support company success. The position reports directly to the Senior Vice President and General Counsel.

The Associate Counsel handles construction and business contract negotiation and management; legal guidance, claims, and risk management; employment-law support; construction and regulatory compliance; real estate and corporate matters; process improvement; cross-functional collaboration; and internal training. The role also performs additional duties as assigned.

The Romanoff Group is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, and operates across eight states. The company is 100% employee-owned. The listed standard work schedule is Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; flexibility is required as jobs may change. Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in at least one appropriate jurisdiction.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with teams across multiple departments.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in construction law, corporate law, or commercial contract negotiation.
• Knowledge of construction contracts, including AIA documents.
• Familiarity with construction management software and contract management systems.
• Experience with employment law, regulatory compliance, or commercial real estate matters.
• Previous in-house counsel or construction industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate construction contracts, subcontractor agreements, supplier contracts, and other business agreements, identifying and mitigating potential risks.
• Provide practical legal support to internal departments, assist with claims and dispute resolution, and help ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Partner with Human Resources on employee relations matters, workplace investigations, terminations, discrimination claims, and federal and state employment-law compliance.
• Support contractor licensing, subcontractor approval and onboarding, ongoing compliance, prequalification submissions, and regulatory compliance across multiple states and markets.
• Review and negotiate commercial leases, real estate agreements, and other corporate legal documents.
• Assist with legal matters involving the company's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), trademarks, and intellectual property.
• Help streamline contract management, document routing, and electronic signature processes while maintaining accurate and organized legal records.
• Work with leadership, operations, and project teams to provide legal guidance, develop solutions, and support business initiatives.
• Provide guidance and training to internal teams on contractual obligations, legal best practices, and emerging industry regulations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, health savings account (HSA), dental, and vision benefits.
• Life insurance, including $15,000 in company-paid life insurance.
• Short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), accident, and critical illness coverage.
• 401(k).
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); the company is 100% employee-owned.
• Paid time off, vacation, and paid holidays.
• Training and support.
• Paid apprenticeship and educational reimbursement.
• Advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree