Managing Counsel - Americas

GE Vernova•Schenectady, NY

1d•$176,300 - $293,800

About The Position

GE Vernova seeks to recruit a Managing Counsel for our Wind segment. This role requires broad legal expertise with a background in large-scale project management, complex commercial transactions, and a proven ability to provide senior-level counsel and advisory. The preferred candidate will have significant experience in a multinational corporate environment, ideally within the energy, industrial, or EPC sectors. This role requires exceptional judgment, business acumen, and the ability to effectively navigate a dynamic and complex industry.

Requirements

Admitted to practice law in at least one US state with 8+ years as a practicing attorney
Extensive experience in complex commercial transactions and large-scale project contracts.
Demonstrated ability to provide senior-level legal advice and counsel to executive leadership.
Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

Nice To Haves

Strong understanding of Wind industry and regulatory landscapes
Experience with EPC projects.
Background in a project-oriented, industrial company
Knowledge of US federal and state regulatory frameworks.
General understanding of the Inflation Reduction Act, including Prevailing Wage, Domestic Content, and Foreign Entity of Concern (FEOC) requirements

Responsibilities

Provide strategic legal advice to the Wind segment teams.
Lead legal & compliance strategy and direction for the Wind segment in conjunction other internal Counsels and in close coordination with the Wind segment Global Legal & Compliance team
Manage and mitigate legal risks associated with large-scale projects, including negotiation, drafting, execution, interpretation and review of complex agreements.
Advise business on new, changing, and unique regulatory and compliance issues in the region.
Support segment litigation, arbitration, mediation and dispute resolution.
Manage outside counsel and associated spend.
Advise on a wide range of legal matters.
Develop and implement legal strategies aligned with the business objectives of the Wind segment.
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including finance, sales, sourcing, projects and operations.
Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, solution-oriented thinking, and high ethical standards within the Wind segment.
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
tuition assistance
adoption assistance
paid parental leave
disability benefits
life insurance
12 paid holidays
permissive time off