Corporate Counsel

Job ResponsibilitiesProvide legal support and counsel on commercial contracts, supporting negotiation and drafting of contracts with customers, suppliers, and business partnersSupport mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and other strategic transactions, including due diligence, document preparation, closing activities, and post-closing integrationProvide day-to-day legal advice and strategic counseling to business units and corporate functions on commercial, operational, regulatory, and compliance mattersAssist with public company compliance, including preparation and review of SEC filings and compliance with NYSE listing standards, corporate governance requirements, and disclosure obligationsAdvise management and business partners on corporate records managementPartner with business leaders to identify, assess, and mitigate legal and business risks while enabling commercial objectivesCoordinate and support intellectual property matters, including patent, trademark, and related portfolio management activitiesAssist with the development and implementation of company policies, procedures, training, and compliance initiativesAssist with managing relationships and services of outside attorneysPerform other legal and business support responsibilities as neededQualificationsJuris Doctor degree from an accredited law school2-5 years of experience in either law firm or in-house legal departmentHigh level of integrity, professionalism, and discretionStrong business judgment and risk assessment skillsAbility to balance legal risk with practical business objectivesStrategic thinking, plus a committed "get to yes"/solutions-oriented approachExcellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal/regulatory issues into understandable and executable adviceAbility to manage multiple projects and competing prioritiesStrong relationship-building and client-service orientationDemonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across functionsComfort and excellent judgment in areas where regulation/law is evolving or uncertainSelf-motivated and enthusiasticProficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPointKoppers Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category or characteristic protected by federal law, state, or local law.SummaryLocation: Pittsburgh, PAType: Full time