Corporate Counsel

HKA • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

HKA is a global leader in risk mitigation, dispute resolution, and expert witness services. We tackle complex challenges with our multi-disciplinary expertise. As trusted consultants and advisors, we deliver solutions in uncertain and disputed situations, ensuring the best outcomes for clients worldwide. Our experts have testified globally on major cases spanning across a wide range of industries and sectors. As part of the HKA team you can expect: A strong collaborative culture with a mutual pursuit of your success alongside the success of our teams. The opportunity to solve problems creatively, contribute to our innovative direction, and be valued as an individual The ability to leverage HKA’s strong network and presence in various industries and reputation for exceptional expert witnesses to accelerate career development and connections.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Pennsylvania or New Jersey Bar membership in good standing.
• 3+ years of legal experience in a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements.
• Strong judgment, ethics, analytical skills, and business acumen.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal audiences.
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and escalate issues appropriately.
• Experience using generative AI tools, including Microsoft Copilot.

Nice To Haves

• Professional services or consulting experience.
• Exposure to risk management, compliance, and corporate governance.
• Experience with conflicts reviews, employment law, insurance, real estate matters, or M&A activities.
• Knowledge of U.S. privacy and data protection laws and data processing agreements.
• Spanish language skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including client engagements, NDAs, referral agreements, vendor agreements, real estate leases, software agreements, subcontractor agreements, and employment offer letters.
• Review public contract proposals, RFPs, RFQs, certifications, and representations.
• Evaluate and resolve conflicts of interest.
• Partner with the People Team on employment law matters.
• Support collections activities, including collection letters and proofs of claim.
• Assist with acquisitions, due diligence, and post-acquisition integration.
• Support legal, risk, and compliance initiatives across the business.
• Conduct legal and regulatory research and monitor developments affecting the company.

Benefits

• A strong collaborative culture with a mutual pursuit of your success alongside the success of our teams.
• The opportunity to solve problems creatively, contribute to our innovative direction, and be valued as an individual
• The ability to leverage HKA’s strong network and presence in various industries and reputation for exceptional expert witnesses to accelerate career development and connections.

What This Job Offers

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