Senior Counsel

Job Title: ;Senior CounselDepartment: LegalFLSA Status: ExemptReports To: General CounselCentral Power Systems & Services is a privately held company with deep roots dating back to 1954. Our mission—forging long-lasting partnerships by providing first-class customer support—guides everything we do.Position OverviewWe are seeking a commercially minded, transactional attorney to join our in-house legal team. This mid-level role is a great fit for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys rolling up their sleeves on complex, high-volume contract work. You will serve as a trusted legal partner to our operations, sales, procurement, and real estate teams, supporting a broad range of commercial activity across our OEM business.Key ResponsibilitiesCommercial ContractsDraft, review, negotiate, and manage a wide variety of commercial agreements, including dealer agreements, OEM supply contracts, manufacturing and tolling agreements, and master service agreementsServe as primary legal point of contact for the company's dealership and distribution network, advising on franchise-related matters and dealer contract complianceSupport procurement and sourcing teams on supplier agreements, vendor contracts, statements of work, and related documentationIdentify and negotiate favorable contract terms related to pricing, IP ownership, indemnification, liability caps, and termination rightsMaintain and improve standard contract templates and playbooks to increase efficiency and reduce legal riskReal EstateAdvise on real estate transactions including facility leases, purchase and sale agreements, easements, and site control documentation in support of manufacturing operations and dealership locationsCoordinate with outside counsel and brokers on due diligence, title review, and closings as neededReview and negotiate landlord/tenant agreements for corporate and field locationsSupply Chain & Manufacturing SupportProvide day-to-day legal support on supply chain issues including supplier disputes, force majeure claims, and contract performance mattersPartner with operations and engineering teams to address legal issues arising from manufacturing processes, quality agreements, and product specificationsAssist with OEM customer-facing agreements and support the sales team on contract negotiations with major accountsGeneral Legal SupportIdentify legal risks and present practical, business-friendly solutions to internal stakeholdersMonitor legal and regulatory developments affecting the automotive manufacturing and dealership industrySupport the General Counsel on special projects, M&A diligence, and other matters as they ariseGreat BenefitsCompetitive base salary commensurate with experienceAnnual performance bonusComprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits401(k) with company matchGenerous PTO and paid holidaysCollaborative, low-bureaucracy legal team with real visibility to senior leadershipQualificationsRequiredJ.D. from an accredited law school and active bar admission in good standing5 to 7 years of transactional legal experience, with meaningful exposure to commercial contracts in a manufacturing, OEM, automotive, or related industry settingDemonstrated experience negotiating and drafting dealer, distributor, supply, and/or manufacturing agreementsFamiliarity with real estate transactions, including commercial leases and purchase agreementsStrong business judgment and the ability to communicate legal concepts clearly to non-lawyersHighly organized, self-directed, and comfortable managing multiple priorities under deadline pressurePreferredPrior in-house experience at a manufacturer, OEM, or multi-site dealership groupExposure to UCC Article 2 sales of goods issues and supply chain dispute resolutionExperience with franchise law or automotive dealer regulatory frameworksFamiliarity with environmental or OSHA compliance considerations in a manufacturing contextWORK CONDITIONSPhysical Demands/Work Environment:This position regularly requires walking, standing, sitting, stooping, bending, kneeling and climbing stairs. This list is not meant to cover every possible scenario but simply provide an outline. Employees may be assigned other tasks as needed.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen (including THC).Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility will be verified at the time of hire. You must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. to be considered for this role.#cpowerjobs #J-18808-Ljbffr Central-Power-Systems-