Corporate Counsel

Rosendin•Coppell, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Whether you’re a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at Rosendin. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more. Rosendin has been driven to positively impact the communities where we live and work for over 100 years. We are an organization built on integrity with a culture that empowers people, embraces diversity, and inspires everyone to do their best. As one of the largest EMPLOYEE-OWNED electrical contractors in the United States, you will have the unique benefit of being a shareholder at a company that is experiencing tremendous growth and success. The Corporate Counsel will report directly to the Vice President, General Counsel, and is responsible for providing legal counsel and risk management services for the company. This position will advise and represent the company in legal matters and transactions to ensure compliance with legal requirements.

Requirements

Able to communicate positively, effectively, and efficiently with members of internal teams and outside clients
Able to multi-task with excellent analytical and legal skills
Ability to understand business needs and partner with the business to create solutions
Strong understanding of the interplay between legal and business risk
Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary
Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude
Effective oral and written communication skills as required for the position
Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others
JD with admission to state bar
Minimum 5 years of firm or in-house experience
Litigation and transactional experience

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of employment matters, union/labor relations and corporate compliance/governance a plus
Experience with public works, large infrastructure, and hospital projects is preferred.
Oracle preferred

Responsibilities

Identify and creatively address legal issues to effectively manage risk and drive the company’s overall strategic objectives.
Prepare and negotiate design and construction agreements, as well as other legal documents such as confidentiality agreements, leases, joint venture/teaming agreements, supply/procurement contracts and IP/license agreements.
Provide counseling on complex risk management, dispute resolution and project management issues.
Interface directly with external clients and internal stakeholders.
Resolve issues that arise during the development of a project.
Oversee outside counsel and effectively manage disputes and litigation, including where appropriate negotiated resolutions.
Prepare and conduct training sessions on legal/risk management matters.
Assist in business decision-making such as evaluating new opportunities, budgeting and hiring practices.
Evaluate, inter alia , licensure requirements and labor requirements, and ensure company compliance.
Participate in the definition and development of corporate policies, procedures and programs and provide continuing counsel and guidance on legal matters and on legal implications of all matters.