Equix is a leading provider of technical and construction services across the United States with approximately 1,000 employees operating in more than 13 states. Equix performs a variety of utility and infrastructure projects offering full-service surveying, design, construction and maintenance services to the broadband, electric, oil and gas, heavy civil, pipeline, renewable energy, water and wastewater markets.
The Associate General Counsel will have the opportunity to work on cross-functional teams to engage with professionals both internally and externally across the country. At Equix, we recognize that having the best talent in the industry on the team is the only way to attain our aggressive future growth goals! For additional information about Equix, visit the company’s website at www.equixinc.com.
The Associate General Counsel will function as a key member of Equix’s legal team and must possess excellent legal and business judgment. This position will report directly to Equix’s Executive Vice President. The successful candidate will be able to work independently, but collaboratively within a fast-paced, high performance environment, providing legal advice and business guidance related to a wide range of commercial and business matters.
Key Responsbilities:
• Provide outstanding legal support to business partners (internal clients) across the Equix organization
• Efficiently draft, review, and negotiate construction, service, supply and other commercial agreements and documents assuring that both legal and business objectives are met, while identifying opportunities to enhance contract processes
• Handle general commercial/corporate matters
• Manage litigation in areas that include personal injury, commercial disputes and employment and advise on risk mitigation matters
• Advise on regulatory and employment related matters
• Complete special projects
Requirements:
• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• Minimum three years experience at a top law firm or in-house; plus factor for a combination of prior private practice and in-house experience
• Licensed and in good standing to practice law in Wisconsin
• Excellent judgment, business acumen, and ability to provide practical, solution oriented legal advice
• Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with team oriented mindset
• Generalist / broad practice area experience preferred with competency in drafting, analyzing and negotiating contracts
• Confidence and proven ability to work with senior management and company personnel at all levels
• Self-motivated, team player that is highly proficient in the ability to multi-task, prioritize a high volume
Categories: Corporate Generalist; General Commercial/Contracts; Employment/HR
Experience Level: Minimum three years experience
Salary: Competitive
Location: Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
Please submit resumé and cover letter to Angela Hedrich, Director of Human Resources at ahedrich@equixinc.com
