Vice President and General Counsel

Min 7 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Type Regular
Job Level Executive (Director)



Vice President and General Counsel Job Description:

Salary: Not specified, but competitive with industry standards

Job Title: Vice President and General Counsel

Experience: 7+ years of experience in corporate law, with emphasis on contracts and mergers and acquisitions

Location: Houston, TX, United States

Company: ABS Group

Department: Legal

H1: Vice President and General Counsel Job at ABS Group in Houston, TX

H2: Responsibilities and Requirements for Vice President and General Counsel Role

Job Summary:

The Vice President and General Counsel at ABS Group serves as the chief legal adviser and leads corporate transactions, corporate governance, and other legal and commercial contract matters. This position manages a small legal department and provides legal counsel to the executive management team on all company activities and potential liabilities. The ideal candidate will have strong business judgment, the ability to work independently, and a sense of urgency to get things done.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop short and long-term strategic and business plans for ABS Group, ensuring legal compliance with organic and inorganic growth initiatives.
- Write, review, negotiate, interpret, and manage all legal contracts and documents.
- Advise executive management team on new and existing laws and legal rights that may impact the business.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with international, local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
- Maintain records of registrations, business licenses, and other legal documents.
- Supervise outside counsel and craft legal strategy in response to litigation.
- Prepare operating budget for Legal Department and make changes as needed.
- Coordinate with Vice President of Finance to ensure risk management and loss prevention programs are in place.
- Provide corporate governance support, including taking and drafting board meeting minutes.
- Oversee implementation and maintenance of Health, Safety, Quality and Environment (HSQE) Management System.
- Manage Delegation of Authority (DOA) process and governance for the company.
- Serve as secretary of the Board of Directors during meetings.
- Support M&A transactions by providing legal counsel and advice.

Requirements:

- . or . in Jurisprudence with extensive legal experience in a law firm, government, or corporate law department.
- 7+ years of experience in corporate law, with emphasis on contracts and mergers and acquisitions.
- Strong negotiation skills and knowledge of all aspects of the legal field.
- Human relations skills to manage other attorneys and managers.
- Experience in Quality Management Systems and knowledge of HSQE Management System.

About ABS Group:

ABS Group is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other safety, quality, and environmental services. With over 160 years of experience, ABS is committed to promoting security of life and property at sea and preserving the natural environment. The company is at the forefront of supporting the global energy transition and implementing cutting-edge technical solutions. ABS Group values safety, reliability, and efficiency in all operations.

Benefits:

ABS Group offers a variety of industry-leading benefits to enhance the life and well-being of employees and their families. These include medical, dental, and vision insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Savings Account (FSA), life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability leave programs, parental leave, paid holidays and vacation time, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) for personal wellness. The company also offers a generous 401K plan with a company match.

Equal Opportunity:

ABS Group is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or veteran status.

Notice:

ABS Group will not pay a fee to any third-party agency without a valid Master Service Agreement (MSA) on file. Any submissions without a valid MSA will be considered property of ABS Group and no fee will be paid.

Other:

This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is a reflection of the essential job elements necessary for determining pay structure.

Not specified

Medical insurance (PPO and HD), dental and vision insurance, Health Savings account (HSA), Flexible Savings Account (FSA), life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability leave programs, parental leave program, paid holidays, paid vacation time, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), 401K plan with company match

Not specified

Legal Advisory, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Corporate Management, Risk Assessment, Quality Assurance, Environmental Compliance, Human Resources Management, Employee Benefits Management, Mergers and Acquisitions, Corporate Transactions, Litigation Management, Board Meeting Management

L.L.B. or J.D. in Jurisprudence

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter through the company's website or email it to the contact person listed below.

Qualification and Experience L.L.B. or J.D. in Jurisprudence, 7+ years of legal experience in corporate law

Legal