Senior Corporate Counsel

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries America, Inc. (MHIA) is looking for a SeniorCorporate Counselto join our team. This is a hybrid role based out of our Houston, TX Office.
ABOUT MITSUBISHI HEAVY INDUSTRIES AMERICA, INC. (MHIA):
For over 130 years Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group's innovative and integrated solutions have demonstrated our commitment to creating a positive social impact around the globe. Our range of products and services are tailored to meet our customers' evolving needs across the commercial aviation, energy, transportation and infrastructure, machinery, defense and space systems sectors.
Our culture embraces diversity and cooperation, and we promote a healthy balance of professional and personal development, ensuring that your ideas and expertise are valued and respected.
SCOPE:
Reporting to the General Counsel, the Senior Corporate Counsel will provide pro-active and effective legal support to its North American businesses and operations, with a focus on commercial and strategic transactions in the areas of transportation, carbon capture, and energy transition. He or she will provide legal support for the negotiation of Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) agreements, procurement/supply chain contracts, license agreements, NDAs and other related documents, and be responsible for engaging with the business teams in handling transactions from initial bidding through execution and completion of contract. He or she will also assist with corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and other routine legal matters
The ideal candidate will be a licensed attorney in the state of TX, with at least 7 years of experience in corporate and transactional law.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Respond promptly to all requests by MHIA and its subsidiaries for legal assistance in the areas outlined above;
• Provide timely and accurate legal advice that facilitates smart business transactions and adequately mitigates risk;
• Engage and manage outside counsel as necessary;
• Provide regular training to clients regarding contracting best practices and other legal topics as requested;
• Remain current on laws, regulations, and litigation trends in the industries where MHIA does business or may be more likely to experience claims; and
• Report to MHIA Legal regarding current developments and priorities.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree or related degree from four-year college or university, a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.

• Experience: At least 7 years of demonstrated corporate and transactional legal experience, preferably in the areas of engineering, sales, procurement, project construction, project finance, strategic transactions/partnerships, and/or industrial manufacturing
• Any special skills/training/certifications:
  • Licensed to practice law in Texas or other US jurisdiction and be in good standing.
  • Knowledge: Extensive knowledge and expertise in the areas of commercial contract interpretation, strategic partnerships, corporate governance, finance, warranty, indemnity, products liability, and litigation / dispute resolution, with a working knowledge of transactional taxation, intellectual property, antitrust, import/export compliance, FCPA compliance, and insurance.
  • Skills: Work at the speed of business to generate effective contracts that facilitate smart business transactions and adequately mitigate risk; provide prompt and thoughtful answers to legal questions with a focus on finding innovative solutions rather than just identifying issues; bridge the culture gap to effectively understand and communicate with both American and Japanese senior management at various MHI companies; confidently direct the efforts of outside counsel; establish and work within a budget; advocate successfully on behalf of clients; and demonstrate excellent judgment in determining how to prevent, address, and resolve claims and disputes of any magnitude or complexity (including preparation of all related agreements and documentation); fluent in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PPT, etc.).
  • Leadership: Thoughtful, proactive, charismatic personality who can manage teams, maintain an executive presence with senior officers and directors, and persuasively convince skeptical managers and employees to value and embrace best practices.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Travel: 10% business travel domestically/internationally.
• Weekend/late night work if applicable: Occasionally.
• Work Environment: MHIA Corporate Counsel will work primarily within an office environment, sit at a desk, or in a conference room, and use computer, phone, and other technology, for over an hour at a time. Standing, walking, and lifting up to 10 pounds will also be required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Why Should You Apply?

• Excellent Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Matching)
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
• Paid vacation, sick time and 15 holidays
• Committed to quality products and services.
• Great working environment and culture

MHIA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer actively seeking to diversify the workforce and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. Therefore, all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply.
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