Managing Counsel - Americas
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic legal advice to the Wind segment teams.
- Lead legal & compliance strategy and direction for the Wind segment in conjunction other internal Counsels and in close coordination with the Wind segment Global Legal & Compliance team.
- Manage and mitigate legal risks associated with large-scale projects, including negotiation, drafting, execution, interpretation and review of complex agreements.
- Advise business on new, changing, and unique regulatory and compliance issues in the region.
- Support segment litigation, arbitration, mediation and dispute resolution.
- Manage outside counsel and associated spend.
- Advisory on a wide range of legal matters.
- Develop and implement legal strategies aligned with the business objectives of the Wind segment.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including finance, sales, sourcing, projects and operations.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, solution-oriented thinking, and high ethical standards within the Wind segment.
- Able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications
- Admitted to practice law in at least one US state with 8+ years as a practicing attorney.
- Extensive experience in complex commercial transactions and large-scale project contracts.
- Demonstrated ability to provide senior-level legal advice and counsel to executive leadership.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong understanding of Wind industry and regulatory landscapes.
- Experience with EPC projects.
- Background in a project-oriented, industrial company.
- Knowledge of US federal and state regulatory frameworks.
- General understanding of the Inflation Reduction Act, including Prevailing Wage, Domestic Content, and Foreign Entity of Concern (FEOC) requirements.
Additional Information
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on July 21, 2026. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.