In-House Counsel, Commercial Law

ABM•Austin, TX

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

ABM is seeking an In-House Counsel, Commercial Law, to join its Legal Department. This position may be based in Austin, Texas or Phoenix, Arizona. The In-House Counsel, Commercial Law, provide legal support across a broad range of commercial matters, including contract drafting and negotiation, dispute resolution, legal risk management, and regulatory compliance. This attorney will work closely with business leaders and cross-functional teams to deliver practical, business-focused legal advice that supports ABM's operational and strategic objectives. This role is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney seeking to build an in-house legal career while gaining exposure to a variety of commercial and corporate matters.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
Active membership in good standing with at least one state bar.
Two (2) to Five (5) years of legal experience in commercial law, contracts, corporate law, or related areas, gained in-house, with a law firm, or within a government agency.
Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Ability to build relationships and collaborate with business stakeholders at all levels.
Sound legal judgment and a practical, business-oriented approach to problem solving.

Nice To Haves

Prior in-house legal experience.
Experience supporting commercial operations within a service-based, facilities management, construction, manufacturing, or B2B environment.
Exposure to litigation management, dispute resolution, or regulatory compliance matters.
Experience advising on technology, software, SaaS, or data-related agreements.
Proficiency in Microsoft 365, including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and SharePoint.
Comfort using generative AI tools in a professional setting or a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a variety of commercial agreements, including: Master Services Agreements (MSAs), Vendor and supplier contracts, Purchase orders, Licensing agreements, Service agreements, Construction-related contracts, Manufacturing and procurement agreements
Provide legal advice regarding contractual obligations, commercial risks, and business transactions.
Partner with business leaders to identify, assess, and mitigate legal and operational risks.
Support the management of commercial disputes, claims, collections matters, bankruptcies, and litigation.
Assist with outside counsel management and litigation oversight when appropriate.
Advise internal stakeholders on corporate policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
Support corporate governance and compliance initiatives across the organization.
Collaborate with Human Resources, Operations, Finance, Procurement, and other internal business partners.
Manage multiple projects and priorities while delivering timely and high-quality legal support.