Senior Corporate Counsel

We currently have a need for a Senior Corporate Counsel who will serve as member of the Company’s legal department and report to the Executive Vice President & General Counsel. The attorney in this position will be responsible for collaborating across all levels of the organization to provide legal advice both individually and together with other Legal team members and outside counsel.  This role requires the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while juggling multiple demands.

Come join our team! We are looking to build services and capabilities through the growth of our key asset- our staff. Ranked among the nation's top A/E firms by Engineering News-Record, LiRo-Hill provides construction management, engineering, environmental, architectural, and program management solutions. You can become part of an organization that has a strong track record and is looking to strengthen relationships and capabilities to continue being a trusted resource for our clients in the public and private sector. We are proud to be known as an “Integrated Construction, Design and Technology Solutions” firm and we have delivered on that label time and again.

Recently, Global Infrastructure Solutions Inc. (GISI), the parent company of The LiRo Group and Hill International, Inc. consolidated a portion of the highly experienced staff of both LiRo and Hill in the Northeast to create a larger, more efficient, and cost-effective team to serve clients.  LiRo-Hill is a 1100-person firm with offices in NYC, Long Island, Buffalo, Rochester, Boston and Metro Park, NJ.

• Corporate generalist functions such as contract review, litigation support, transactional due diligence, and other matters based on the Company’s needs
• Review, negotiate and draft contracts across a variety of business functions including construction subcontractor agreements, professional services and supplier agreements, NDAs and other contracts
• Draft and review company communications
• Provide litigation support, which includes interfacing with and supervising outside counsel to ensure the highest quality of legal support at competitive cost
• Identify legal risks for the Company and provide solutions for limiting exposure
• Provide legal analysis of applicable laws, regulations and industry guidance that impact the Company
• Provide responsive and effective legal support and guidance to the Companies business units as needed
• Provide guidance on employment labor matters, insurance and regulatory compliance matters
• Provide other in-house legal services as needed

• 8-12 years of legal experience with emphasis on Commercial transactions, Litigation, Risk and Compliance, preferable in the construction industry
• Experience in drafting and reviewing contracts, litigation support, transactional due diligence, and insurance related matters
• Strong drafting skills with keen attention to detail
• General experience in abroad range of legal issues
• Experience with Microsoft Suite including: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook or comparable software applications

Desired Characteristics:

• Team player, ability to work both independently and in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment
• A practical, creative and proactive problem-solver
• Strong business judgment and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills
• High degree of responsiveness
• Ability to manage shifting priorities and multiple responsibilities
• Broad corporate transactional experience

Required license or certification:

• Bar admission in at least New York state

We are committed to your success, and we invest in your growth and development to unlock your full potential.

• Competitive Total Compensation Package
• Employee- Only Stock Purchase Plan
• Mentoring programs
• Continuing Education Program
• Employee referral bonus
• Volunteer/Industry association opportunities

Our Culture:

We believe in the power of collaboration. We work hard to build a corporate culture that empowers all our employees to freely share their ideas, know their presence, and contributions are truly valued, fostering a climate where our employees are enabled to maximize their full potential.

-We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a positive work environment

-Compensation:  Minimum: $130,000; Maximum:  $175,000.  The range provided is the salary that the Firm in good faith believes at the time of this posting is willing to pay for the advertised position.  Exact compensation will be determined on the individual candidates’ qualifications and location.

- The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

 LiRo-Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or protected veteran status; and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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