Corporate Legal Counsel (Contracts)

As a Corporate Legal Counsel (Contracts) at Albireo Energy, you will oversee the entire contract life cycle, ensuring compliance with legal requirements in all proposals and negotiations. You’ll direct the development of policies governing contract administration while closely collaborating with your team to ensure all processes align with company policies. Your legal expertise will be critical in negotiating complex contracts and guiding the organization through assessments and proposals to achieve our business objectives.

To be considered for the Corporate Legal Counsel (Contracts) position at Albireo Energy, candidates must have graduated from an accredited Law School with a Juris Doctor (JD) degree and hold a valid license to practice law. In addition, you should have at least five years of legal experience in the construction industry, with a strong background in contracts and negotiations. A deep understanding of construction and engineering practices is also essential.

At Albireo Energy, the salary for the Corporate Legal Counsel (Contracts) position ranges from $150,000 to $175,000, depending on experience. This competitive pay reflects our commitment to attracting top legal talent in the industry who can successfully navigate the complexities of contracts in construction.

Albireo Energy provides a comprehensive benefits package for its Corporate Legal Counsel (Contracts), including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Employees also enjoy paid vacation, sick time, and holidays, along with short-term and long-term disability coverage. Furthermore, we offer a 401K plan with company matching to help you secure your financial future.

Successful candidates for the Corporate Legal Counsel (Contracts) position at Albireo Energy should possess strong negotiation skills, in-depth knowledge of the contract life cycle, and an understanding of applicable government regulations. Being a self-starter is critical, as well as the ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.

When addressing this question, be sure to highlight specific examples from your previous roles. Discuss the types of contracts you've negotiated, the strategies you employed, and any outcomes that showcase your ability to secure favorable terms for your company.

Demonstrate your understanding of both internal policies and external regulations. Talk about your approach to staying updated on legal changes and how you implement compliance measures within your team to minimize risks.

Provide examples of various contract types, such as design-build or contractor agreements, and share your experiences managing them. Highlight how these experiences prepared you for the challenges you might face at Albireo Energy.

Here, focus on your ability to communicate complex legal ideas in a clear manner. Share a specific scenario where you successfully educated team members on the implications of contract terms, enhancing overall comprehension and compliance.

Illustrate your organizational skills by discussing your methods for evaluating urgency and importance in your workload. Share your tools or techniques for tracking tasks and deadlines to emphasize your effectiveness in a busy environment.

Discuss your negotiation skills and your methods for identifying win-win outcomes. Provide examples of dealing with disputes, whether through mediation or direct negotiation, to illustrate your capability in protecting your organization’s interests.

Talk about your involvement in creating or revising policies related to contracts. Share your thought processes, how you collaborated with others, and the impact these policies had on improving contract management within your prior companies.

Share specific strategies you implement, such as thorough risk assessments or stakeholder engagement, that ensure successful navigation through complex contracts with significant financial implications.

Demonstrate your commitment to continual learning by explaining your strategies for staying updated on industry trends and legal changes, such as professional development courses, legal publications, and networks.

Craft a response that reflects your understanding of Albireo’s mission, your alignment with their values, and your eagerness to contribute your expertise to their success in the construction industry.