Associate Counsel

Job Title: Associate Counsel
Company:  Hoffman & Hoffman
Reports to: General Counsel

Status: Full Time, Exempt

Work Schedule:  Monday – Friday, with flexibility 

Position Purpose: The role of the Associate Counsel is to provide legal advice and support on a wide range of matters for the Hoffman Family of Companies, including, but not limited to, commercial contracts and transactions, contract management, employment, compliance, litigation, and general corporate matters. This position would primarily support Hoffman subsidiary company Hoffman Building Technologies, Inc. This position would report to the General Counsel and would be a part of the Hoffman legal team, playing a key role in risk management and legal strategies. Prior experience as an in-house/corporate attorney is not required, but a plus, and training will be provided by the Hoffman legal team.

Location: This position will be located at our Greensboro, NC office, or potentially at another company office location, with the possibility of a hybrid/remote arrangement.

Employment at Will: Nothing herein is intended to create a contract of employment or to guarantee employment for a definite duration.

Responsibilities:

• Perform all levels of contract management, including intake, processing, review, negotiation and execution.
• Provide legal advice and support on a wide range of corporate matters, including contracts, employment law, regulatory compliance, and legal disputes.
• Manage and advise not only on customer contracts, but also on subcontractor agreements, vendor contracts, non-disclosure agreements, real property leases and employee contracts.
• Manage and mitigate company risk by assisting in development, implementation and/or maintenance of appropriate corporate policies and procedures. 
• Collaborate across departments to align business and legal objectives.
• Manage and resolve contract disputes, consulting with internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of standard contract templates.
• Assist with other legal and contract administration tasks, as needed.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and an active member in good standing with a State Bar.
• Minimum of 3 years of legal experience preferred but will also consider entry-level law school graduates.
• Experience in corporate law and contracts is a plus.
• Experience working in the construction industry is a plus.

Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey legal concepts.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Motivated, proactive and responsive.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong judgment.
• Negotiation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Compensation:

Commensurate with experience; includes competitive salary, health benefits, retirement plan and paid time off.

This job description is intended to provide information regarding the essential functions and basic duties of this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and duties that could be assigned. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by management as it deems appropriate. This document does not constitute a contract and is subject to change at the discretion of Hoffman & Hoffman.

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