Associate General Counsel

Position: Associate General Counsel

Reports to: General Counsel

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Pay Range: $125,000 - 165,000

We consider several factors when preparing a compensation package for successful candidates.

Superior is seeking an Associate General Counsel to join our Legal team. This role serves as a key partner to Project Management teams and corporate functions, supporting contract strategy, risk management, and legal operations across the organization. The Associate General Counsel will play an important role in strengthening contract processes and providing practical legal guidance in a fast-paced environment. This role is based at our headquarters in Columbus, Ohio.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and negotiate complex, high-value construction contracts
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with corporate vendors, including software licenses and technology agreements
• Review and negotiate confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements
• Collaborate with Project Management teams on contract-related matters, including development and interpretation of contract terms
• Provide guidance on construction claims, including delay claims, change order disputes, and notice and cure obligations
• Collaborate with the Risk/Insurance Team on coverage analysis, claims management, and legal risk assessments
• Manage responses to third-party requests, including insurance claims, audits, and subpoena responses
• Support the development and implementation of company-wide processes that improve and streamline legal matters
• Provide training and guidance to Project Management team members on legal and contractual matters
• Contribute to improving legal department workflows, processes, and use of technology
• Stay current on industry-specific legal developments and best practices

Your Character Traits

• You’re organized, with strong prioritization skills and attention to detail
• You’re able to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• You communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• You’re adaptable and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• You bring a proactive mindset to process improvement and problem-solving
• You’re a team player and ready to work with colleagues across the organization

Your Expertise

• Required: You have earned a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Required: You an active state bar license in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (Ohio preferred)
• Required: You have at least 4 years of experience as an Attorney
• Required: You have a strong understanding of risk management and risk mitigation
• Required: You are proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat Pro
• Bonus Points: You have experience in construction law, contracts, and/or litigation

Our Benefits

We offer a range of professional and personal perks that you can enjoy as a member of Superior. Here are just a few examples of the benefits you can expect:

• Health Insurance: We pay 100% of the insurance premium to cover you, your spouse, and eligible children
• Dental Plan: We pay 100% of the insurance premium to cover you, your spouse, and eligible children
• Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, and Life Insurance: We pay 100% of the insurance premium to cover you
• 401K Plan: We contribute a portion of your 401K for you
• Vacation/PTO: You receive a minimum of three weeks of PTO per year
• Health Savings Account: We contribute at least $750 to your HSA each year
• Maternity and Parental Leave: New parents receive paid time off

About The Superior Group (Superior)

Superior is a national leader in electrical design and construction. From hospitals to data centers to stadiums and beyond, we bring power and connectivity to projects of every shape and size. Our heritage dates back more than 100 years, and we’re proudly headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.

Superior is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Superior is a Drug-Free workplace. Candidates must successfully pass criminal background check, pre-employment, and random drug screens.

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