Associate Counsel

Company: FDH Velocitel
Location: Raleigh
Posted on: September 13, 2020

Job Description:

Come grow with us!

Company Description: FDH Infrastructure Services is an industry leader in engineering, construction, and field services for critical structures and facilities. Markets served include Wind Energy, telecommunications, heavy civil, power, industrial, commercial, and government. Our continued success is directly linked to the knowledge and experience of our talented staff. FDH is a team-oriented, performance-driven organization, committed to safety, quality, and professional integrity. Our work culture fosters continuous learning and innovation to improve our products, services, and business processes. We work hard for our customers and enjoy having fun together. Come grow with us!

Enjoy Great Benefits: FDH provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance, and a 401(k) plan with company match. Flexible time-off plans encourage a healthy work/life balance for all employees. Wellness activities are promoted throughout the year.

*FDH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

*VEVRAA Federal Contractor

The Opportunity

FDH Infrastructure Services is currently recruiting a motivated junior transactional attorney to join our team in Raleigh, reporting to the General Counsel. As Associate Counsel you will help drive strategic and tactical legal initiatives and provide in-house legal services. You will have the opportunity to get involved with complex business transactions, crafting and negotiating critical contracts. As Associate Counsel you will also interpret laws, rulings and regulations to advise on legal matters across a range of subject matter areas.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will assist the General Counsel in a variety of areas, including:

Reviewing, drafting and advising on a range of commercial agreements such as master services agreements, amendments to existing customer agreements, non-disclosure agreements, RFP’s, government contracts, teaming agreements, and vendor agreements.

Creating, reviewing, managing, and maintaining the company’s corporate contract templates.

Providing guidance on legal issues and risk mitigation strategies relating to corporate contracts.

Assisting in administration of contract management system.

Collaborating with various internal groups to understand and ensure consistency within the company’s risk management objectives.

Conducting research and provide legal advice regarding specific legal and/or regulatory issues.

Participating in the definition and development of corporate policies, procedures and programs and provide continuing counsel and guidance on legal matters.

Staying apprised of emerging regulatory issues and legislative developments.

What You’ll Bring To Succeed

J.D. from an ABA accredited Law School.

A license to practice law in at least one state, North Carolina preferred.

1 - 5 years of legal experience, 0-4 years of experience as a practicing attorney.

Familiarity and experience with transactional matters, contract negotiations, and contract law is required.

Exposure to and understanding of any of the following subject matter areas would be a plus: intellectual property, data security and data privacy, corporate governance, employment, insurance, product liability, and mergers & acquisitions.

Strong business acumen with a focus on mitigating risk.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to present effectively verbally and in writing.

Ability to multi-task, work independently as well as collaboratively with others in a fast-paced environment and to adapt quickly to changing priorities.

Detail and process oriented.

Unquestionable integrity and ethical credibility.

Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.

Action Oriented - is action oriented and works well with challenges., Business Acumen - Knowledgeable in the business, policies, practices and trends., Customer Focus - Establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers., Drive for Results - Pushes self and others for results., Functional Technical Skills - Has functional and technical knowledge and skills.

This position does not have direct reports

ID: 2020-1715

FLSA Status: Exempt

External Company URL: http://www.fdh-is.com/

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