Associate General Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

CMG Networks aligns government, ideas, and capital to accelerate public-interest development projects across several verticals, including aerospace and defense, artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing, energy, construction, biotech and healthcare.  

We’re seeking an experienced, thoughtful and innovative attorney to join our Bedminster, NJ corporate headquarters team.  As an in-house counsel, you’ll be a hands-on legal architect, providing expert legal advice and strategic guidance on a broad range of matters, including commercial agreements, government contracts, regulatory matters, corporate governance, employment, and legislative affairs.  This will be accomplished while building the guardrails that let the business move fast with confidence.

This is a unique opportunity to leverage your existing network and apply your proven legal skills as a key business enabler to pioneer new pathways that strengthen our core business and open new markets. If you’re energized by building, thrive at the intersection of law, technology, and finance, and want your counsel to shape the future, we want to hear from you.  

Responsibilities

• Help shape the company’s portfolio of advisory and transaction services to align with market opportunities.
• Advise on project finance, capital structures and operating frameworks that would accelerate delivery of technology and infrastructure development projects and scale outcomes.
• Advise on federal rules governing public/private co-investment in real estate, construction, and utility transactions. 
• Structure, draft, negotiate, and execute contracts and agreements critical to the company’s operations.
• Conduct due diligence and advise on strategic partnership, joint-venture, and M&A opportunities.
• Maintain cognizance of federal laws, regulations, policy, and industry trends impacting the company's operations.
• Identify legal and regulatory risks facing the company and develop mitigation strategies that support commercial objectives. 
• Draft corporate documents, including annual reports, disclosures, and other regulatory filings.
• Advise the leadership team on operations, corporate governance, and employment matters.

• J.D. with strong academic record; admitted to practice in NJ (or eligible in-house).
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive legal experience, including at least 5 years in senior leadership roles within growth-stage organizations.
• Proven success drafting and negotiating a range of commercial and Federal Government contracts or agreements for technology development or construction projects.
• Experience advising on legislation, regulatory matters, corporate affairs and compliance.
• Exceptional communication skills and collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of Public/Private Partnerships, Enhanced Use Leases, Power Purchase Agreements, or Energy Savings Performance Contracts would be a definite plus. 
• An active Top Secret Security Clearance, or the ability to obtain a Top Secret Security Clearance, is required.

Compensation

US Salary Range: $250,000 - $350,000 USD 

The posted salary range reflects an estimate based on a variety of compensation factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, education, certifications, specialized skills, geographic location, and business needs. Actual compensation may vary, and this range is subject to change as our compensation structure or market conditions evolve.

Benefits

At CMG Networks, we prioritize the well-being and success of our employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally.

Our benefits include:

• Company-paid medical, dental, vision and pet insurance.
• Company-funded retirement plan.
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement to support continued learning and professional development. 
• A collaborative, mission-driven culture where your contributions make a meaningful impact. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

CMG Networks is an Equal Opportunity Employer and federal contractor committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. CMG Networks is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants requiring assistance during the application process.