InHouse Counsel

About the Role We are seeking an experienced In-House Counsel to support our North American operations within a dynamic, multi-national organization. This role will serve as a key legal and strategic partner to business leaders, providing practical, solutions-oriented legal guidance across multiple entities in the U.S. and Canada. Key Responsibilities Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including: Distribution and supply agreements Installation/turnkey and maintenance contracts Software licensing agreements Bid/performance bonds and other securities Tender documentation Identify and mitigate legal and commercial risks across all agreements Develop, standardize, and continuously improve contract templates, best practices, and approval workflows Act as a strategic partner to commercial, operations, and management teams by translating legal risks into actionable business solutions Provide legal support across multiple U.S. entities and one Canadian entity, ensuring alignment with local legal requirements Manage disputes and litigation, including coordination with external counsel and insurance brokers Select and manage external legal advisors to ensure quality and cost-efficiency Support corporate governance activities, including: Board matters Drafting resolutions Statutory filings Acting as Corporate Secretary when required Oversee and coordinate insurance coverage, identifying risk exposures and ensuring appropriate protection Partner with internal stakeholders to increase awareness of legal risk and contract management best practices Work Environment Standard workload: 45-50 hours per week Flexibility required based on business needs Qualifications Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school Active member in good standing with a state bar 10-12 years of legal experience, including: Commercial contracts Industrial and/or technology-driven environments (hardware + software preferred) International experience, particularly in the U.S. and Canada Prior in-house counsel experience strongly preferred Strong business acumen with the ability to translate complex legal issues into practical, actionable advice Pragmatic, solutions-oriented mindset with excellent stakeholder management skills #J-18808-Ljbffr FAAC Technologies