Corporate Counsel

Job Title: Corporate Counsel Department: Legal
Direct Report: CEO & President Position: Full-Time (Exempt)
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Job Summary: As the Company's legal expert, this position is responsible for the full range of in-house legal and compliance support and advice. Specific responsibilities include advising on all aspects of federal and state employment law, contract review, mergers and acquisitions, litigation and arbitration, intellectual property law, and corporate compliance and governance.
Roles & Responsibilities :
Contract Matters:

• Review and negotiate all corporate contracts and agreements.

Employment Matters:

• Assist Human Resources with EEOC charges.
• Respond to U.S. Department of Labor requests.

• Work closely with Human Resources on employee matters including terminations, drafting of employment-related policies, procedures interviews, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Handle all employment litigation including the review of pleadings and discovery responses.
• Participate in depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials

General Liability Matters:

• Manage third party litigation involving the Company.
• Work closely with and monitor retained outside counsel on all aspects of litigation.

Experience and Educational Background Description:

• Admitted to practice law in the State of Texas (required); licensed to practice law in New Jersey is preferred.
• Five to ten years of experience in a corporate environment and/or law firm setting.
• Experience in and strong knowledge of state and federal employment law.
• Experience with reviewing oil, gas, and energy contracts.
• Experience in corporate compliance.
• Experience in basic corporate governance.
• Experience in risk management and corporate insurance coverage.

Essential Skills

• Must have excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Must be able to handle multiple responsibilities effectively in a high volume, fast-paced service environment.
• Must have the ability to communicate clearly, concisely and persuasively, verbally and in writing with proven analytical skills.
• Must possess excellent management skills.
• Must be results driven and possess the ability to interact effectively across diverse cultures.
• Must maintain a positive approach and be solution oriented when faced with challenges or opportunities.
• Must have the ability to adapt as the organization evolves with an energetic, confident, positive, and professional demeanor.
• Must be a dedicated team player.
• Must possess creative thinking and problem-solving ability.
• Must be able to work flexible hours to ensure success of the Company.
• Must be able to work and complete tasks and assignments accurately and on schedule with no supervision
• Confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity are all a MUST.

General Qualifications
Ability to communicate, both written and verbal.
Ability to lift or move up to 15 pounds.
Ability to cope with multiple deadlines and working under pressure.
Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
Computer Skills (MS Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred).