Sr Counsel

JOB SUMMARY

This internal and external customer-facing role supports the development, maintenance and direction of activities concerned with effective legal support for the operations of Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc. including but not limited to all products manufactured, sold and serviced.
The individual in this role will work in a highly visible and collaborative department, with team members of diverse backgrounds and skill sets, to solve some of the most challenging problems in the business. 
The individual will be part of a global legal team, working across different business lines when appropriate.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide In-house counsel legal support for Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc. operations including those in the Wisconsin, North Carolina and Texas facilities.
• Operating as liaison between internal operating units and Corporate Legal, Risk Management, Commercial Operations and Finance to ensure compliance with company contracting standards, insurance profile and revenue guidelines.
• Review contracts and provide negotiation support during the RFQ and order-placement process and post-sale related activities for commercial contracts for power transformer products and related services, including transformers, components and training, under the direction and in coordination with the business leaders, Senior Management, Finance and Corporate Legal.
• Analysis of contract requirements to ensure the consistent application of contractual guidelines and company policies, and compliance with appropriate laws and regulations. 
• Provides cross-functional interface to apply consistent requirements for common customers among the internal operating units.
• Development and administration of ongoing contract-related training programs, including face-to-face and online training programs, to various levels within the organization.
• Review of sales documents, including purchase orders, change orders, and other legal documents.
• Finalizing and maintaining executed purchase orders and contracts (both soft and hard copies) (Master Agreements, Amendments, etc.). 
• Company initiatives (e.g., cost reduction, continuous improvement, customer relations, etc.).
• Preparing special reports and analyses as required.
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Experience in the energy industry.
• Experience reviewing and proposing revisions to contracts.
• Working knowledge of contract terms.

• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills; teamwork/collaboration.
  • Ability to work in an environment that has constant demands for accurate and timely delivery of assignments.
  • Ability to independently prioritize assignments, manage projects effectively and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to adapt to frequently changing priorities.
  • High degree of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
  • Agility and experience with AI and other legal technology.
  • Knowledge/experience in the energy industry.
  • Knowledge of Spanish is a plus.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required Education / Experience

• Juris Doctor degree
• 6-7 years’ legal and contract experience, including review and negotiations, legal and regulatory compliance, dispute resolution 

Preferred Education / Experience

• 6-7 years’ legal and contract experience, including review and negotiations, legal and regulatory compliance, dispute resolution 
   Experience in private practice, software or high-tech companies.

Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.