Assistant General Counsel Greater Austin, TX Area + 1 more

The Company is seeking an Assistant General Counsel to provide strategic legal and business advice to its operational teams and leadership. Responsibilities include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and other legal documents, including complex construction agreements, and advising on legal obligations and compliance. The role will develop and refine legal processes and standard forms, support proposals, manage high-risk disputes and discovery, and represent the organization in sensitive matters. Additional duties include coordinating outside counsel, conducting legal research, training personnel, monitoring legal developments, and overseeing team members as assigned. Candidates must hold a law degree from an accredited law school and be an active member in good standing of the bar in one of the specified states. The role requires at least 10 years of law firm experience or six years of combined law firm and in-house experience, along with deep knowledge of construction law, processes, and documentation. Applicants should also bring an understanding of corporate governance, strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate across functions, manage competing priorities, and work to tight deadlines. High ethical standards, accountability, sound judgment, and flexibility are essential.

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Swinerton Builders