Corporate - Contract Law Attorney in Bethesda, MD

In-House

Bethesda, MD

Corporate - Contract Law Attorney in Bethesda, MD

Attorney

2-4 yrs required

No

H1: Assistant General Counsel at Orano - Bethesda, MD
H2: Join the Legal and Compliance Team at a Leading International Player in the Nuclear Industry

Summary:

The Assistant General Counsel role at Orano is a unique opportunity for a detail-oriented and experienced legal professional. This position offers a combination of traditional legal work and significant compliance responsibilities, making it ideal for someone with a passion for both enforcing regulatory frameworks and handling complex legal matters. With competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, Orano is a great place to build a sustainable future.

Role Responsibilities:

- Provide strategic legal counsel on commercial agreements and regulatory matters
- Drive consistent contracting practices across the organization
- Review and negotiate terms and conditions for proposals, sales contracts, and government contracts
- Develop, implement, and maintain company compliance policies and procedures
- Design and conduct employee compliance training programs
- Monitor adherence to internal policies and regulatory requirements
- Support litigation management when needed
- Partner with cross-functional teams on joint ventures and agreements
- Support the Chief Compliance Officer in preparing compliance reports and audit responses
- Lead internal compliance assessments and coordinate responses to external audits
- Create and maintain compliance documentation and tracking systems

Required Qualifications:

- JD from an accredited law school and active bar membership
- 2-4 years of legal experience, with demonstrated expertise in compliance and contract law
- Strong analytical mindset with exceptional attention to detail
- Outstanding documentation and record-keeping abilities
- Demonstrated persistence in following through on compliance initiatives
- Experience in policy development and implementation
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both legal and training contexts

Desired Skills & Attributes:

- Experience in developing and delivering compliance training programs
- Strong project management skills with ability to track multiple compliance initiatives
- Proven ability to build relationships across departments to ensure compliance adherence
- Diplomatic yet firm approach to compliance enforcement
- Experience with compliance monitoring tools and systems
- Ability to translate complex requirements into clear, actionable guidance
- Comfort with routine compliance tasks while maintaining enthusiasm for legal challenges

Salary Information:

The provided salary information is a guideline and may vary based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and market and business considerations. The salary range for this role is $145,000-160,000 annually.

Join the Orano team as an Assistant General Counsel and be a part of shaping a sustainable future while working on challenging and rewarding legal and compliance matters. Orano is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Apply before 2/25/2025 to be considered for this regular/permanent position at our Bethesda, MD office.