theweitzcompany
Associate General Counsel
Des Moines, Iowa · Contract
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About the role
- The Weitz Company is hiring an Associate General Counsel to join our Legal team!
- The Associate General Counsel is responsible for protecting the company's legal interest by providing practical legal advice and counsel in partnership with the General Counsel.
- In addition, the Associate Counsel will oversee group claims and litigation to assure legal compliance.
Responsibilities
- Provide legal support on company-wide inquiries including contract terms, liens, claims, disputes, and other legal or project issues
- Negotiate and prepare prime agreements, subcontracts, and other documents
- Manage and resolve potential claims or claims via litigation, arbitration, and other dispute resolution proceedings
- Identify and manage company risks
- Select, hire, and manage outside counsel and consultants for claims and litigation, settlement recommendations, and input on selected matters
- Partner with risk management and insurance team regarding related litigation, claim reserves, reports, and processes/procedures
- Perform due diligence for mergers and acquisitions, international dealings, or other transactions
- This role identifies, manages, and minimizes areas of risk through contract review and negotiations, and partnering with various business units on ongoing matters.
- The Weitz Company has been Building a Better Way since 1855.
Requirements
- Must be comfortable working across our various business units which include commercial, mission critical (data center), industrial, federal, and aviation construction
- The Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and background checks are required if applicable.
Nice to have
- 8+ years of experience practicing law with a corporation or outside firm
- Some trial experience is highly preferred
- Experience in engineering, construction, or general corporate strongly preferred
- Knowledge of construction law is beneficial
- A bachelor's and Juris Doctorate degree is required, in addition to passing a state Bar Exam and in good standing to practice law with one or more of the states' Supreme Court
Skills
- High level of confidentiality and discretion
- Strong business acumen and negotiation skills
- Flexible and able to adapt to meet business needs
- Ability to solve problems and think critically
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Risk analysis and sound decision making skills
- High level of initiative and tact
- Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Ability to learn additional specific job-related software upon hire
- Additional Requirements:
- Must be able to work onsite in our Des Moines, IA office 5 days per week
- Ability to travel to project sites and offices across the country as needed
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
- Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
- 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
- Fully Paid Parental Leave
- Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards
- Rewarding Bonus Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
Company info
- What We're Looking For:
- We are a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with
- We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.
Equal opportunity
- We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and follow applicable affirmative action guidelines and policies.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.
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