Senior Counsel – Commercial - North America, Electrification

GE Vernova • Atlanta, GA

2d • $150,100 - $250,000

About The Position

GE Vernova is seeking a commercial lawyer to support its Electrification business in North America. The role focuses on simplifying legal and contractual issues into practical business options, prioritizing legal effort according to value and risk, and delivering timely, commercially sound advice with autonomy under the overall supervision of the Head of Legal, NAM. The successful candidate will support a fast-growing business and help transform how the legal function operates through standardization, digitization, and responsible use of technology and AI.

The position advises sales, commercial operations, sourcing, contract management, and project management teams during tenders and throughout complex projects. It involves drafting, negotiating, and approving a range of customer, supplier, subcontractor, and partner contracts, supporting high-value projects and related amendments, claims, and disputes across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The role also partners with Compliance, coordinates outside counsel when local expertise is needed, contributes to legal forms and training, and keeps current on industry and regulatory developments.

The role requires an LL.B., J.D., or equivalent, admission and good standing with a North American bar, and at least eight years of post-qualification experience. Candidates must be fluent in English and willing to travel within North America and potentially beyond. For U.S.-based candidates, the stated pay range is $150,100 to $250,000, with geographic salary differentials in certain areas and eligibility for a discretionary annual bonus. The posting states that it is expected to remain open for at least seven days after October 28, 2026.

Requirements

• LL.B., J.D., or equivalent degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission and good standing with a bar in North America, in at least one U.S. state or Canadian province; this is required for candidates based in Mexico as well.
• At least 8 years of post-qualification experience in commercial transactions, general corporate law, and disputes, gained at a leading law firm, in a corporate legal department, or both.
• Strong command of commercial law and practice, including the UCC and civil procedure, with emphasis on high-value contracting and complex projects in the energy, construction, and infrastructure sectors.
• Demonstrated experience handling and managing claims negotiation and dispute resolution.
• Ability to simplify complexity, prioritize under pressure, and execute with speed and sound judgment.
• Fluent English and excellent communication, drafting, and presentation skills.
• Willingness to travel, sometimes frequently, within North America and potentially beyond.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth, or transformation environment where priorities shift quickly and the legal function scales alongside the business.
• Track record of improving legal processes, templates, and ways of working, and using data, technology, and AI to drive efficiency.
• Experience with power grid, electrical transmission, or utility-scale projects; offshore industry experience is a strong asset.
• Dual qualification, such as U.S. and Canada, or an LL.M. in a relevant discipline such as construction, energy, or international business law.
• Familiarity with U.S. federal, state (ideally New York), and local regulatory frameworks applicable to energy and infrastructure sectors, as well as Canadian regulatory frameworks.
• Working knowledge of procurement law and government contracting regulations such as FAR/DFARS, particularly for public-sector or government-owned utility customers.
• Strong business acumen and a pragmatic, goal-oriented approach to creative, prudent, and legally sound solutions; team orientation and a multicultural mindset.
• Proficiency in French.
• Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve problems, lead programs and projects, document, plan, promote, and execute programs, and manage projects.

Responsibilities

• Simplify complex legal and contractual issues into clear, practical business options; streamline deal structures, contract templates, playbooks, and approval paths.
• Prioritize legal work according to value and risk, using a risk-based approach to negotiations and deal reviews.
• Deliver timely, decisive, commercially sound advice and own matters end to end with autonomy under the overall supervision of the Head of Legal, NAM.
• Advise sales, commercial operations, sourcing, contract management, and project management teams during tendering on business strategy and deal structures.
• Draft, negotiate, and approve contracts with private and government-owned customers, suppliers, subcontractors, and partners; participate in deal reviews while maintaining independence as counsel.
• Support execution of high-value, complex regional projects, including Master Sales/Supply Agreements, EPC and turnkey arrangements, design and engineering engagements, long-term service agreements, and O&M contracts for brownfield and greenfield projects, particularly mega-projects with hyperscalers.
• Support renegotiations, amendments, and variation orders.
• Work with contract management, project management, and sourcing teams to manage claims, interpret contracts, identify emerging risks, and avoid costly litigation.
• Manage disputes through litigation, arbitration, mediation, or settlement.
• Advise on legal and regulatory issues in U.S., Canadian, and Mexican jurisdictions and efficiently coordinate outside counsel where local expertise is required.
• Partner with the Compliance organization and Electrification Chief Compliance Officer to investigate compliance issues and implement regional compliance programs and initiatives.
• Help redesign legal support for a fast-scaling business, promoting standardization, digitization, and responsible use of technology and AI.
• Contribute to creating and improving regional and global Electrification legal forms, templates, training materials, and tools.
• Deliver training to internal teams on commercial, compliance, and legal topics, and capture and share lessons learned.
• Maintain knowledge of relevant industries, market trends, and regulatory developments to support business objectives.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Prescription drug coverage
• 24/7 access to Health Coach, a nurse-based resource
• Employee Assistance Program with confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, including a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity
• 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
• Discretionary annual bonus eligibility
• Professional development and challenging career opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior