Assistant General Counsel

Location: Atlanta, GA or Charlotte, NCJob SummaryProvide primary legal support for nuclear services division, which includes construction and maintenance activities for new and existing nuclear utility plants. Supports executive management through the full cycle of complex commercial agreements, including RFPs, bid proposals, contract negotiation, subcontract negotiation, contract management, procurement, change orders, corporate compliance, and regulatory compliance.Job Duties/Tasks/ResponsibilitiesAssists general counsel in managing the legal functions of the organization.Oversees a variety of complex transactions, from negotiation to completion of project execution.Provides legal support on labor relations matters, including interpretation of collective bargaining agreements and coordination with internal stakeholders and outside labor counsel.Engages and manages outside counsel and subject matter experts for various legal and corporate matters.Resolves disputes and spear-heads high-dollar collection efforts.Conducts training for Contracts and Procurement department and Business Development group on legal and compliance issues.Facilitates the development of partnership/teaming/joint-venture relationships with third parties.Performs other duties as assigned.Minimum Education, Experience and Certification Requirements EducationJuris Doctorate required CertificationsState Bar certificationRequired ExperienceA minimum of 7 years of experience with strong transactional historyExperience in the engineering or construction industriesPreferred Experience10 years of experience with strong transactional historySignificant experience with regulatory compliance (NRC, DOE and/or DOD preferred)Experience advising management in a unionized workplace, including matters involving collective bargaining agreements, labor relations, and union related compliance.Required And Desired SkillsAbility to negotiate contracts directly with counterpartiesAbility to provide sophisticated legal analysis, facilitate transactions and effectively communicate legal requirements through training and advice to employees at all levels of the organizationStrong written and verbal communication skillsStrong organizational skillsAdvanced drafting and negotiation skillsAdvanced proficiency using Microsoft Office productsPhysical/Mental Requirements And Working ConditionsAbility to sitAbility to effectively communicate; speaking, reading, understanding, writing and hearing clear English; pass audiogram in hearing conservation program as required by locationBasic math and computer skillsAbility to work inside an officeAbility to perform highly repetitive motions with fingers, hands, wrists, and shouldersAbility to work alone, work with others, and interact with the publicAbility to perform under deadline pressureAbility to understand and follow basic instructions and guidelinesEnergySolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Apply Online at: jobs.energysolutions.com