Corporate Counsel

Rosendin

13d

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. Why Rosendin? Committed. Innovative. Engaged. If you’re looking to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best and brightest in the industry, we want to hear from you. Since our founding over 100+ years ago, Rosendin has been driven to positively impact the communities where we live and work. We are an organization built on integrity and we have 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. When our people succeed and fuel our success, we reward them. We'd love to have you as a shareholder! YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY: The Corporate Counsel will report directly to the Vice President, General Counsel, and is responsible for providing legal counsel and risk management services for Modular Power Solutions (MPS), a Rosendin Holdings, Inc. manufacturing subsidiary. This position will advise and represent the company in legal matters and transactions to ensure compliance with legal requirements. WHAT YOU'LL DO: Identify and creatively address potential legal issues and drive the company’s overall strategic plan. 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. 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. Advise and oversee corporate transactional matters – i.e., stock programs, acquisitions, etc. 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. The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing and other duties will be assigned based on the position’s role within the business unit.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Current member in good standing of the State Bar of Texas
Minimum 5 years of firm or in-house experience. Can be a combination of education, training, and relevant experience.
Litigation and transactional experience preferred.
Experience working in the manufacturing industry is also preferred.
Composure
Dealing with Ambiguity
Negotiating
Conflict Management
Strong analytical skills
Interpersonal and communication skills
Knowledge of Federal contracting, union/labor relations and corporate compliance/governance a plus
Experience representing: (i) EPC contractor on renewables projects, (ii) contractors on public projects, and (iii) contractors on hospital projects is preferred.
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.); Oracle preferred
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

Nice To Haves

Litigation and transactional experience preferred.
Experience working in the manufacturing industry is also preferred.
Knowledge of Federal contracting, union/labor relations and corporate compliance/governance a plus
Experience representing: (i) EPC contractor on renewables projects, (ii) contractors on public projects, and (iii) contractors on hospital projects is preferred.
Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.); Oracle preferred

Responsibilities

Identify and creatively address potential legal issues and drive the company’s overall strategic plan.
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.
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.
Advise and oversee corporate transactional matters – i.e., stock programs, acquisitions, etc.
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.