Associate General Counsel, Space & Defense Group
Hiring Company
About the Role
Greater Buffalo, NY Area (Hybrid)
;Greater Chicago, IL Area (Hybrid)
The Company is seeking an Associate General Counsel to provide comprehensive legal support in a highly regulated environment. The role involves advising executive leadership, developing business and legal strategies, and translating complex legal and regulatory issues into practical recommendations. Responsibilities include leading negotiations for major and high-risk agreements, supporting contract and procurement matters, and addressing litigation, disputes, and claims. The successful candidate will collaborate across functions, help implement legal initiatives, and identify and mitigate significant legal and commercial risks. Candidates must hold a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and have active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. A minimum of 10 years of legal experience is required, including more than five years in a senior in-house role or at a large law firm. Applicants should bring experience in complex commercial and intellectual property negotiations, U.S. government contracting and procurement, and risk management. Strong strategic judgment, analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills are essential, along with the ability to meet applicable access requirements and obtain and maintain a government security clearance if required.
Functions:
- Legal
Compensation
USD $225,000-$265,000 (salary) per year
About the Company
Market-leading provider of aerospace & defense motion control systems
Industry
Aviation & Aerospace
Type
Public Company
Age
employees
10,001+