Associate General Counsel - Corporate Governance

4-7 yrs required

Full-time

No

Associate General Counsel - Corporate Governance:

Job Title:
- Associate General Counsel - Corporate Governance

Salary Information:
- Hiring range of $135, to $150,

Experience Information:
- Minimum of 4-7 years of legal experience required
- Law degree and membership in the Hawaii State Bar Association
- Thorough knowledge in corporate and business law

Department:
- P 2W VP LEGAL Department

Headings:
- H1: Associate General Counsel - Corporate Governance
- H2: Job Function
- H2: Essential Functions
- H2: Basic Qualifications
- H2: About Hawaiian Electric Companies
- H2: Applicant Certification
- H2: EEO Statement
- H2: Affiliate Disclaimer

Company:
- Hawaiian Electric Companies

Location:
- Honolulu, Hawaii (HI), US, 96813

Overview:
- The Hawaiian Electric Companies is a leading employer in Hawaii, providing electricity and services to 95% of the state's population.
- The company is committed to providing quality service and seeking clean local energy sources for generations to come.
- The company values integrity, excellence, teamwork, environmental stewardship, and community commitment.

Job Description:
- The Associate General Counsel - Corporate Governance will advise and work on corporate governance matters, manage board of directors' meetings, and provide in-house legal services for the Hawaiian Electric Companies.
- This role will also support the corporate secretary function, oversee litigation, and manage and develop corporate governance documents.

Responsibilities:
- Advise and work on corporate governance matters in support of the Hawaiian Electric Companies.
- Manage board of directors' and committee meetings, including preparation of materials, resolutions, and minutes.
- Provide support to the corporate secretary function.
- Manage and develop corporate governance documents.
- Provide legal services to the Hawaiian Electric Companies, including evaluation of complex legal issues and assessment of risk.
- Oversee litigation involving directors and assist with corporate transactions.
- Develop companies' policies, procedures, and strategies.
- Direct and manage work of outside attorneys.
- Develop and assist with implementing legal training and educational programs for company employees.
- Participate as a legal advisor on task forces, committees, and special projects.
- Effectively communicate with senior management on complex legal issues and risks.
- Advocate for the Hawaiian Electric Companies' positions externally.
- Provide other services as the attorney's abilities, education, and experience enable.
- Participate as a member of Company Incident Management Teams or provide support as needed.

Qualifications:
- Law degree and membership in the Hawaii State Bar Association.
- Thorough knowledge of corporate and business law, with preferably strong familiarity in corporate governance and corporate secretary processes.
- Minimum of 4-7 years of legal experience, with a minimum of three years of concentration in one or more specialized practice areas.
- Ability to work independently and make mature, experienced business and legal judgments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Commitment to the company's core values.
- Strong customer orientation and ability to generate internal client satisfaction.
- Competency in management and leadership, including interpersonal skills, relationship management, and conflict resolution.
- Ability to prioritize and oversee multiple projects and remain flexible in a demanding work environment.
- Positive attitude and ability to work collaboratively and delegate responsibilities.
- In-depth analytical, organizational, and conceptual skills.
- Ability to identify and research legal issues and provide creative solutions.

Application Requirements:
- Law degree and membership in the Hawaii State Bar Association.
- Resume/CV.
- Cover letter.

Application Deadline:
- Posting end date at 11:59PM HST.

Affiliate Disclaimer:
- By submitting an application, candidates authorize the Hawaiian Electric Companies to confirm all statements contained in the application and share information with the hiring department or subsidiary company.
- Candidates also authorize the release and transfer of personnel records in the event of an inter-company transfer.
- Candidates may be subject to background investigations.
- Hawaiian Electric Companies is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. We actively seek diversity among our employees and do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex/gender, ancestry/national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, or other protected categories.
- The company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and provides reasonable accommodations during the application process.
- If hired and subsequently transferred, assigned, or employed by an Affiliate or Affiliate-Related Entity, the company may receive a one-time payment and the candidate may be restricted from appearing in negotiations or working on the same matter for one year.
- Affiliates are defined as any person or entity with an 'affiliate interest' in a utility, and Affiliate-Related Entities are defined as third parties that provide electricity-related services and have a material financial, operational, or ownership interest with an unregulated affiliate of the utility.

Competitive compensation package, opportunities for challenge and advancement

Time Management, Strategic Thinking, Communication, Customer Orientation, Leadership, Conflict Management, Legal Analysis, Research, Mentoring, Training, Problem-Solving

Law degree

Interested individuals should apply online and clearly indicate their qualifications for the position.

Qualification and Experience Law degree, membership in the Hawaii State Bar Association, license to practice law in Hawaii

Legal