What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Counsel position at DATAMARK Technologies?
Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Under direct supervision of the Chief Legal Officer, Deputy General Counsel or Assistant General Counsel (as applicable), the Senior Counsel is responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and other legal agreements, interpreting federal and state regulations and court rulings, managing claims and litigation, including managing outside counsel engaged in such matters and providing counsel and assisting in a variety of other legal matters. Engages with and serves as an advisor to corporate and operational staff daily. Advises and counsels stakeholders on laws and regulations, particularly in the fields of engineering, architectural, consulting, and technology services.
The approximate base compensation range for this position is $141,000-$245,000. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.
Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Under direct supervision of the Chief Legal Officer, Deputy General Counsel or Assistant General Counsel (as applicable), the Senior Counsel is responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and other legal agreements, interpreting federal and state regulations and court rulings, managing claims and litigation, including managing outside counsel engaged in such matters and providing counsel and assisting in a variety of other legal matters. Engages with and serves as an advisor to corporate and operational staff daily. Advises and counsels stakeholders on laws and regulations, particularly in the fields of engineering, architectural, consulting, and technology services.
- Note: This is a hybrid role.
- Draft, review and negotiate contracts and other legal agreements/documents relating to the engineering, architecture, consulting, and other services provided by the Company to its public and private sector clients.
- Research and interpret laws, statutes, regulations, decisions, and rulings applicable to Company matters, and counsel Company stakeholders on compliance with the same.
- Provide legal guidance and recommendations to Company personnel on internal and external business affairs, transactions and/or policies.
- Critically evaluate applicable facts/law to advise Company stakeholders on actual or potential legal issues/claims and risk mitigation strategies pertaining to the same.
- Manage litigation and other legal matters conducted by outside counsel for the Company.
- Assist in preparation of corporate documents such as shareholder/director consents, meeting minutes and leases.
- Engage with the Company’s insurance broker/insurers on risk management and insurance matters.
- Other duties as assigned.
- 8 or more years of demonstrated related in-house and/or law firm legal experience.
- Juris Doctorate from accredited law school is required.
- Member in good standing with bar in any state.
- Contract drafting and litigation/claims handling experience
- Well-developed communications skills; ability to clearly and concisely express legal issues and strategies to Company stakeholders.
- Self-driven and resourceful to achieve goals independently and in groups.
- Flexibility to adjust and thrive in an environment with changing requirements, schedules and priorities.
- Ability to generate ideas, make recommendations and come to consensus.
- Demonstrated ability to creatively solve complex issues.
- Excellent writing, presentation and meeting facilitation skills.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
The approximate base compensation range for this position is $141,000-$245,000. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401 (k) Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
- Professional and personal development
- Generous paid time off
- Commuter and wellness benefits
Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.
Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.
- It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
- There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.
Salary : $141,000 - $245,000