Associate General Counsel

AHRI • Arlington, VA

3d • $140,000 - $165,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) is seeking an Associate General Counsel to work with the General Counsel in managing the day-to-day legal affairs of AHRI, a large trade association, as well as related organizations: North American Technician Excellence (NATE), the AHRI Rees Scholarship Foundation, and the Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Technology Institute. This role involves advising on legal compliance, preparing and reviewing various agreements, ensuring antitrust compliance in association activities, and handling corporate documentation and lobbying filings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university
• Juris Doctorate from an American Bar Association accredited law school
• Member in good standing of the relevant State Bar; must be able to receive Virginia Bar admission within 180 days of hire
• Three or more years of experience as a practicing attorney in the United States.
• Licensed to practice law in the United States (any state) with eligibility for Virginia Bar admission.

Nice To Haves

• Association or non-profit law experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Energy Policy Conversation Act, Clean Air Act, and American Innovation Manufacturing Act is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Advises on requirements of compliance with Antitrust Laws, Employment, and Data Governance, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, General Data Protection Regulation and similar laws in international jurisdictions, as well as other legal requirements applicable to AHRI’s international activities.
• Prepares and reviews various agreements including contracts, licensing agreements, nondisclosure agreements, trademark filings, and other legal documents.
• Attends association committees, working groups, and task force meetings to ensure compliance with federal and state antitrust laws.
• Reviews/edits meeting agendas and minutes to ensure compliance with AHRI policies and procedures and federal and state antitrust laws.
• Prepares and files federal and state lobbying various corporate documents to ensure compliance with law.

Benefits

• health insurance (dental, medical, HSA contributions)
• a 401k plan with matching
• opportunities for professional development through our tuition assistance program
• a friendly work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level