Corporate Counsel

HOK is a collective of future-forward thinkers and designers who are driven to face the critical challenges of our time. We are dedicated to improving people's lives, serving our clients and healing the planet. Together, we cultivate a culture of design excellence at the confluence of art and science, blending the power of creative expression with a clear sense of purpose.

HOK, an interdisciplinary architecture and design firm, is seeking an experienced Corporate Counsel to join our Corporate Legal team. This is a hybrid position based in our St. Louis office, with on-site presence required three days per week.

In this role, you will provide legal services to business units across the firm, including evaluation of complex commercial contracts, offering legal guidance, and advising on risk management matters. This role also provides routine and generalized support to the legal department.

Other responsibilities expected in this role include:

• Provide legal counsel and advice to business unit management in legal matters affecting the firm.
• Review, draft, edit and negotiate various contracts including, but not limited to, client contracts and subcontracts for professional services, vendor agreements, software and technology license agreements, non-disclosure agreements and teaming agreements.
• Advise internal clients on all aspects of project delivery and subcontract administration, including:
  • Contract interpretation
  • Adherence to HOK policies
  • Compliance with federal, state, and local procurement regulations
  • Intellectual property and data rights
  • Payment rights, change management, contract disputes and termination provisions.
• Identify, anticipate and mitigate legal, regulatory and compliance risks impacting the firm.
• Assist in developing and recommending the firm's position on a variety of legal issues.
• Review client contracts for liability and insurance issues; negotiate preferred language and collaborate with internal clients on related concerns.
• Assist, as needed, with resolving legal issues or concerns in areas of human resources and insurance, including professional liability.

Who is the ideal candidate for this role?

The ideal candidate is a skilled legal professional with3–5 years of experience. Prior experience in corporate law, construction law, or within an architecture, engineering, or construction (AEC) firm is strongly preferred.

This individual demonstrates strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, communicates clearly and professionally in both written and verbal formats, maintains confidentiality with discretion, and effectively interprets laws and court decisions as they apply to HOK’s business operations.

Education & Experience:

• Juris Doctorate required.
• Membership in the State Bar as an Attorney licensed to practice law in one or more states required. .
• 3-5 years legal experience required; corporate, construction, or AEC firm strongly preferred.

Other things to consider:

• Travel may be required.
• Overtime may be required.
• The job duties and requirements that this document describes may be altered or supplemented at any time at the sole discretion of HOK.

HOK invests in its people and communities, supporting both personal and professional growth through every stage of life.

• Hybrid work environment
• 10 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays )
• Minimum of 4 weeks of paid time off with a cash out option
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Free mental wellness resources
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Short and long-term disability benefits
• 4 weeks of paid parental leave and fertility coverage
• Matching contributions to our 401(K) plan which includes a well-rounded investment menu as well as free guidance on retirement planning

Wherever you are in your career, HOK provides opportunities to learn, develop and utilize your skills. Continued learning is promoted through financial support and study prep for licensure exams, CEU credit opportunities, mentorship programs, and paid professional memberships. To learn more about designing your career with HOK, explore our current job openings.

HOK is an EOE, including disability/vets.