Corporate Counsel

About the role

A successful candidate for this role has an appreciation for team-oriented success and a collegial, collaborative, and cooperative workplace. You are a strong critical thinker, both agile and versatile in meeting business and legal needs. You actively embrace innovation and you are enthusiastic about using technology, including generative AI tools, to work smarter as a lawyer. You are naturally curious and eager to explore new ideas and ways of solving problems. You have some experience with the practice of law, whether in business, government, or a corporate environment. You also have an earnest desire to learn more about the energy industry. You enjoy working with others to provide creative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, master service agreements and other vendor contracts, guarantees and letters of credit, contracts for the purchase and sale of natural gas, confidentiality agreements, and other legal documents.
• Consult with company management and specialized individual contributors to provide accurate, relevant, and timely advice on a variety of legal topics that relate to corporate law, the energy industry, and the company’s products and services.
• Establish and carry out best practices for the legal protection of intellectual property rights.
• Serve as liaison with external counsel on specialized matters and actual or potential litigation.
• Review, consult, research, and draft filings on bankruptcy cases and collections suits.
• Stay up to date with changes in laws and regulations that directly affect our business and industry.
• Provide legal research, consultation, support, and liaison with internal clients on ad hoc matters.
• Contribute to team projects to establish protective governance controls and mitigate legal risks.
• Assist with legal operations improvements, such as templates, playbooks, and training.
• Participate in employment matters, corporate investigations, and document retention.

Requirements

• Active member in good standing of a U.S. state bar (required), with Florida Bar or Georgia Bar membership preferred.
• Approximately 2+ years of legal experience in corporate, transactional, regulatory, or comparable fields of law (experience in the energy industry, government, or military is a plus).
• Hands-on experience using generative AI tools for legal work (such as contract review or AI-assisted research and drafting), along with an understanding of related legal and ethical considerations. Informal or self-directed experience is acceptable. Proficiency with generative AI tools – and enthusiasm for their use – is a core requirement for this role.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of contract law, corporate law, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and time management skills.
• Judgment, focus, and attention to detail in handling both complex work and interpersonal interactions.
• Continuing interest in a legal generalist function and agility in learning and developing new skills.

Skills

• Experience with contract law, corporate law, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Proficiency with generative AI tools for legal work.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employer-paid life and disability coverage.
• Annual employer contributions of up to 12.5% to your 401k.
• Remote work options available based on business needs.
• Opportunities to volunteer in the community.
• Education assistance up to $5250 per year.

Pay

Pay range is commensurate with education, experience, specialized skills or certifications, etc. Gas South Pay Range : $98,106 USD - $109,648 USD

Schedule

Hybrid: Remote + weekly in-office presence in either Gas South’s Atlanta, GA headquarters or Gainesville, FL office for a minimum of two (2) days per week.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting: Ability to sit for extended periods at a desk or workstation while performing computer-based tasks, conducting meetings, and collaborating with colleagues.
• Standing and Walking: Ability to stand and walk within the office environment, such as when attending meetings, interacting with colleagues or external stakeholders, or visiting different departments.
• Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift and carry material, files, or equipment weighing up to 20 pounds, such as when organizing documents or setting up for meetings.