Associate Counsel

OverviewWho is OHLA USA?We work on big infrastructure projects that change lives. We believe in building a better, safer, more sustainable world for generations to come. We are committed to making a difference within our communities, which depend on the safety and reliability of the structures we build. We accomplish these goals through our best asset: our people!OHLA USA brings together the construction industry's most diverse talent who thrive in a collaborative work environment and appreciate challenges and opportunities. We currently have an opportunity for an AssociateCounsel in New York.ResponsibilitiesDraft and negotiate a wide range of construction and commercial contractsDraft corporate documents, joint venture, and partnership agreementsWork with the legal team to advise senior-level executives on legal, operational, compliance and regulatory risk and corporate governance mattersDevelop and implement strategies across the organization to improve our legal processes and reduce riskDevelop strategies for resolving disputes and claims, supervise outside counsel on litigation, and represent OHLA in mediations as client representativeDevelop deep relationships with our construction project teams and key business partnersTour our projects throughout the region and assist project staff as necessaryQualificationsEducation: Juris Doctor or LL.M degreeNY BarExperience: At least 5+ years of experience with background in public contracting, infrastructure projects, bidding, or procurement (whether in a government role, in-house, or with a law firm) strongly preferredPrior experience directly advising clients on complex mattersSolid experience in balancing business needs and riskGovernment experience in infrastructure - preferredSkills:Fluency with legal research tools, MS Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint, and proficiency in MS ExcelAnalytical skills and ability to develop reasoning independentlyBrilliant writing skills - ability to craft compelling and persuasive narratives and draft favorable agreements without legaleseEagerness to learn and think creativelyStrong interpersonal awarenessMeticulous attention to detailAbilities:Adept at managing multiple deadlines and competing demands, and adjusting to rapidly changing prioritiesEngendering trust through honesty, friendliness and professionalismTolerant of ambiguity when the best answer is not obvious, and eager to learn and find practical solutionsOpen to the views and experiences of others, and willing to learn from feedbackComfortable reading and interpreting financial statements and documentsDriven to be a well-versed, trusted advisor and expert who brings tremendous value to the organization.Additional Benefits offered by OHLA USA:Medical, Dental, & Vision InsuranceShort- and Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance401(k) retirement plan with employer matchingTuition Reimbursement after 1 year of employmentPersonal Time Off Program (PTO)Engaging work environmentAnd much more!!To learn more about OHLA USA, visit our website OHLA ADA Message: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will require the ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; Employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud noise.OHLA EEO Message: OHLA USA and its affiliates are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. VEVRAA Federal Contractor Minimum SalaryUSD $160,000.00/Yr. Maximum SalaryUSD $190,000.00/Yr.