Associate Counsel

Romanoff Group of Companies•Gahanna, OH

About The Position

The Romanoff Group of Companies is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented, business-minded Associate Counsel to support its growing, multi-state construction organization. The Associate Counsel provides practical legal guidance across multiple business divisions and works closely with executive leadership, operations, human resources, accounting, and risk management to address legal challenges, minimize risk, and support the company’s success. The position reports directly to the Senior Vice President and General Counsel. The role covers construction and commercial contracts, legal guidance and risk management, employment law support, construction and regulatory compliance, real estate and corporate matters, process improvements, cross-functional collaboration, and internal training. The Associate Counsel also performs additional duties as assigned. The position has a standard schedule of 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. Applicants must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Romanoff Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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, 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.
Collaborate with leadership, operations, and project teams to provide legal guidance, develop solutions, and support business initiatives.
Provide internal teams with guidance and training on contractual obligations, legal best practices, and emerging industry regulations.
Perform additional duties as assigned.