Description:
We are currently looking for a Counsel - Legal and Contracts. This position will require interaction with individuals of all levels at A Construction Company and its subsidiaries, clients, vendors, outside counsel, and insurance companies. This role will be based in our Westport, CT office.Responsibilities:
- Assist with the implementation and continuing development of the Company's risk management program.
- Review all contracts and agreements entered into by Company for purpose of identifying risks and formulating mitigation or avoidance strategies.
- Educate Team members regarding nature of risks and assist in negotiation of contracts and agreements with clients.
- Assist with implementation of contract and subconsultant management program.
- Assist with handling of labor and employment matters.
- Coordinate with insurers to ensure appropriate insurance coverages and Company's compliance therewith.
- Assist with pre-acquisition due diligence and post-acquisition integration activities.
- Assist with managing claims, subpoena responses, and litigation.
- Assist with corporate compliance matters including anti-bribery, data privacy, government relations, licensing, political contributions, and other regulatory matters.
- Assist with handling general corporate legal matters for domestic and foreign operations.
- Keep updated with legal developments which affect Company's operations.
- Assist Team members with resolution of issues and disputes arising during contract performance.
- Assist with review and negotiation of commercial leases.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctorate degree is required.
- 6-8 years qualified as an attorney.
- Licensed in Connecticut or in a jurisdiction capable of waiving into Connecticut Bar.
- General construction experience - in-house or law firm is required.
- Experience with drafting and negotiation of various professional consulting documents.
- Experience with identification and management of risks related to the construction industry.
- Experience with project management, construction management, cost management, consultant, and confidentiality agreements.
- Experience with insurance coverages in the construction industry including professional liability, commercial general liability, auto, builders' risk, and cyber liability.
- Experience with general corporate matters including corporate governance and regulatory compliance.
- Experience with labor and employment matters
- Preferred- litigation experience
- Solid written and verbal communication skills.
- Solid legal research skills.
- Preferred- familiarity with contract and document management software.
- Preferred- in house corporate experience.
- Preferred- merger and acquisition experience.
