Senior Assistant General Counsel

This is a permanent position which will play a key role in the legal department.

Responsibilities:

• Draft, negotiate, review, and revise contracts and agreements, ensuring the organization's best interests are protected.
• Counsel and advise on contract interpretation, administration, modification, and closure.
• Handle and assist with contract disputes, claims, and resolutions.
• Draft construction contracts, contractor agreements, and amendments to safeguard against potential liabilities.
• Provide legal support to the Board of Commissioners Office as directed.
• Offer advice and guidance on governance and compliance issues.
• Handle all aspects of procurement matters, from assisting with drafting solicitation and contract documents to providing advice relative to the procurement process.
• Assist with responses to regulatory agencies inquiries or informal/formal actions; ensure compliance with administrative procedures.
• Research statutes, regulations, rules, and orders and provide legal counsel with respect to regulatory considerations for planning and implementing business initiatives.
• Must hold a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
• Must be admitted to practice law in the state.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Demonstrable expertise in drafting and reviewing contracts.
• Proven experience in government procurement processes.
• Proficiency in conducting claims audits and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.
• Extensive experience in contract negotiations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in business matters.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must be detail-oriented, organized, and possess a high level of integrity.