Overview

HES is a premier national provider of facilities management services focused 100% on educational institutions.

Headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, we pride ourselves on building best-in-class programs for custodial, maintenance, grounds, and landscaping services.

With hundreds of years of combined facilities experience, our leadership team is comprised of results-oriented, hands-on executives and facilities experts who give your facilities our full attention.

Whether for a grounds and landscaping program, custodial services, or maintenance solutions, HES will change the way you look at facilities management.

Want to become part of a winning team with opportunities for growth, career advancement and development? HES Facilities is proud to provide an environment where we support you and your drive for success. We have a passionate commitment to learning and investing in our associates looking to accelerate their careers. We offer a wide range of employment opportunities for professionals and entry level candidates who share our core values.

Job Skills / Requirements

Job Objective

Under general direction and within corporate policy, Federal, State and Local laws, administers the legal activities of Company in the US to achieve company objectives through effective and efficient legal counsel. Role would be one of the company’s top senior leadership team positions and encompass responsibilities across the United States. Individual would provide legal counsel to the team leaders of Operations, Sales, Finance & Human Resources.

Essential Functions

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Act as a standard-bearer for our company values and philosophy and implement and maintain all necessary programs to achieve Corporate Mission and Goals.

• Provides legal counsel on general labor and employment law, mergers and acquisitions and compliance.
• Evaluates legal documents and contracts to limit risk and maximize benefits.
• Represents the company in legal matters.
• Develops and reviews product warranties and license agreements.
• Conducts company training on legal topics.
• Maintains confidentiality for all sensitive and protected information.
• Keeps informed on legislative changes that affect the company.
• Coordinates with outside counsel as necessary.
• Works closely with senior leadership.
• Provides counsel to senior business leaders in connection with employment issues, sales practice issues and other issues.
• Negotiates, analyzes, and drafts contracts.
• Reviews applicable statutes and regulations.
• Assists with the preparation of responses to various regulatory inquiries.
• Supervises and manages regulatory examinations conducted by external agencies.
• Prepares and reviews registration statements of business development companies.
• May manage and obtain licenses in various states.
• May collaborate with business partners on risk management issues and risk management regulatory issues.
• May prepare and report corporate information to the SEC.
• May collaborate with a team of legal professionals.

Minimum Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required for this position. 

Education: JD degree.

Experience: 2-5 years in legal practice or corporate law background preferred.

Skills:

• Knowledge of, outsourcing/contracted services market.
• Computer literacy; including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word proficiencies.
• Excellent Oral and Written Communication Skills.
• Possess a positive and optimistic attitude.
• Must enjoy responsibility, accountability and opportunity to direct your own efforts.
• Desire to achieve excellence and an aversion to mediocrity.
• Ability to delegate, direct and follow up to ensure success in extensive and complex situations.
• Pro-active and resourceful in nature.
• Committed to self-development and personal growth.

Travel

Our company is based on high touch relationship and servant leadership. As such senior leadership is highly visible and engaged at our partner/customer sites. While travel is minimal, it is required for position.

Physical and Working Conditions

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job.Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Long work hours. Stress and complexity of coordinating activities and meeting goals / deadlines

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Education Requirements (Any)Associates DegreeHigh School Diploma or EquivalentAdditional Information / BenefitsBenefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b PlanScreening Requirements: Motor Vehicle, Criminal Background Check