The Counsel operates within broad guidelines established by the Senior Vice President & General Counsel, Vice President & Deputy General Counsel, and the Associate General Counsel; the incumbent is responsible for providing legal expertise and assistance to the organization.

What You Will Do:

Participates in the development and interpretation of ABS policies. May provide direction and instruction to support staff, review their progress, and may make recommendations concerning the evaluation of their work. At the direction of the Senior Vice President & General Counsel and Vice President & Deputy General Counsel, conducts legal projects and research.   Provides counsel and advice on a variety of legal matters, drafts and negotiates a broad range of agreements, conducts contract reviews on various corporate matters including government contracts, and conducts reviews of marketing and communication materials. Participates in or liaises with outside counsel on litigation and other legal proceedings, as needed. Drafts, reviews, and negotiates contracts and other legal documents. Author correspondence, legal memoranda, and reports Works with outside legal counsel in various legal matters. Anticipate and identify legal issues and proactively develop effective and practical legal strategies and solutions.

What You Will Need:

Education and Experience

J.D. or LLM required. Bar membership in good standing. Experience with government contracting and mergers and acquisitions preferred. Typically requires 2-4 years of experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Legal interest in the marine industry. The ability to negotiate detailed, sensitive legal issues with clients and other interested parties. The human relations and organizational skills necessary to effectively manage the activities of support staff. Ability to obtain a working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental Management System.

Reporting Relationships:

The incumbent reports to a Manager, Director, or Executive level position. This position does not have direct reports.