General Counsel

HLW INTERNATIONAL LLP • New York, NY

2d • $160,000 - $200,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

HLW is seeking an experienced and pragmatic General Counsel to serve as a trusted legal advisor across the firm. This role will partner closely with business leaders to support day-to-day legal needs, mitigate risk, and enable strategic growth. The General Counsel will oversee a wide range of legal matters, including contract negotiation, regulatory compliance, and management of outside counsel.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant legal experience, including corporate, construction, or related industry work.
• Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating agreements and/or managing claims and litigation.
• Admission to the New York State Bar required; New Jersey and/or California admission preferred.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience within the construction, architecture, engineering, or related (AEC) industry.
• Subject matter expertise in real estate and/or construction law.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to balance legal risk and commercial objectives.
• Confident, proactive, and adaptable approach to problem-solving.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of agreements, including client contracts, subcontracts, vendor agreements, and non-disclosure agreements.
• Provide legal review and guidance on RFQs and RFPs.
• Advise on legal and risk-related issues arising from business transactions and operations.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to protect company interests and minimize legal and financial risk.
• Manage relationships with outside counsel on contracts, litigation, and claims.
• Lead or support contract negotiations with clients and external partners.
• Oversee licensing requirements and state registrations for all entities, coordinating with external consultants as needed.
• Track and maintain licensing and registration compliance across jurisdictions.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision coverage
• life and disability insurance
• paid time off
• flexible spending accounts
• an employee assistance plan
• parental leave
• financial assistance toward professional licensing and reimbursement for certification exam fees
• 401(k)
• commuter benefits

What This Job Offers

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