In-House Counsel
FAAC Group, Columbus, OH, United States
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced In-House Counsel to support our North American operations within a dynamic, multi-national organization. This role will serve as a key legal and strategic partner to business leaders, providing practical, solutions-oriented legal guidance across multiple entities in the U.S. and Canada.
Key Responsibilities
Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including:
Distribution and supply agreements
Installation/turnkey and maintenance contracts
Software licensing agreements
Bid/performance bonds and other securities
Tender documentation
Identify and mitigate legal and commercial risks across all agreements
Develop, standardize, and continuously improve contract templates, best practices, and approval workflows
Act as a strategic partner to commercial, operations, and management teams by translating legal risks into actionable business solutions
Provide legal support across multiple U.S. entities and one Canadian entity, ensuring alignment with local legal requirements
Manage disputes and litigation, including coordination with external counsel and insurance brokers
Select and manage external legal advisors to ensure quality and cost-efficiency
Support corporate governance activities, including:
Board matters
Drafting resolutions
Statutory filings
Acting as Corporate Secretary when required
Oversee and coordinate insurance coverage, identifying risk exposures and ensuring appropriate protection
Partner with internal stakeholders to increase awareness of legal risk and contract management best practices
Work Environment
Standard workload: 45–50 hours per week
Flexibility required based on business needs
Qualifications
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
Active member in good standing with a state bar
10–12 years of legal experience, including:
Commercial contracts
Industrial and/or technology-driven environments (hardware + software preferred)
International experience, particularly in the U.S. and Canada
Prior in-house counsel experience strongly preferred
Strong business acumen with the ability to translate complex legal issues into practical, actionable advice
Pragmatic, solutions-oriented mindset with excellent stakeholder management skills
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Key Responsibilities
Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including:
Distribution and supply agreements
Installation/turnkey and maintenance contracts
Software licensing agreements
Bid/performance bonds and other securities
Tender documentation
Identify and mitigate legal and commercial risks across all agreements
Develop, standardize, and continuously improve contract templates, best practices, and approval workflows
Act as a strategic partner to commercial, operations, and management teams by translating legal risks into actionable business solutions
Provide legal support across multiple U.S. entities and one Canadian entity, ensuring alignment with local legal requirements
Manage disputes and litigation, including coordination with external counsel and insurance brokers
Select and manage external legal advisors to ensure quality and cost-efficiency
Support corporate governance activities, including:
Board matters
Drafting resolutions
Statutory filings
Acting as Corporate Secretary when required
Oversee and coordinate insurance coverage, identifying risk exposures and ensuring appropriate protection
Partner with internal stakeholders to increase awareness of legal risk and contract management best practices
Work Environment
Standard workload: 45–50 hours per week
Flexibility required based on business needs
Qualifications
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
Active member in good standing with a state bar
10–12 years of legal experience, including:
Commercial contracts
Industrial and/or technology-driven environments (hardware + software preferred)
International experience, particularly in the U.S. and Canada
Prior in-house counsel experience strongly preferred
Strong business acumen with the ability to translate complex legal issues into practical, actionable advice
Pragmatic, solutions-oriented mindset with excellent stakeholder management skills
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