DR Horton

Contracts Attorney

DR Horton$95K — $115K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Jurist Doctoral degree (J.D.) required
  • Minimum 3 years of relevant legal experience, focusing on complex commercial agreements
  • Current license to practice law is mandatory
  • Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Proficient in a fast-paced, high-activity environment
  • Strong team collaboration skills
  • Ability to effectively utilize MS Teams and other remote communication tools

Responsibilities

  • Provide legal advice for various vendor agreements
  • Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial transactions
  • Offer practical guidance on risk allocation and legal obligations
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on contracting issues
  • Manage multiple projects while analyzing associated business and legal risks
  • Develop and maintain contract templates and policies
  • Conduct business in a professional and ethical manner

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(K) retirement plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Generous vacation and sick leave policies
  • Company holidays and additional voluntary benefits
Full Job Description
D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Contracts Attorney for their Legal Department. The right candidate will review and negotiate a wide range of complex commercial transactions and agreements, including vendor agreements as well as provide legal guidance and support concerning vendor transactions, legal risks within contractual agreements and other issues that arise.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Provide legal advice in connection with vendor agreements, including professional services agreements, independent contractor and subcontractor agreements, master services agreements, purchase and supply agreements, non-disclosure agreements and other vendor and commercial agreements
  • Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial transactions with vendors, suppliers, service providers and other counterparties
  • Provide practical, business-oriented guidance on risk allocation, limitation of liability, indemnity, security obligations, and other legal and business risks presented by vendor transactions
  • Interact daily with personnel across the company, including procurement, financial services, real estate, risk management and other business teams, regarding a broad array of contracting and compliance issues including those typically encountered in the home building industry and the mortgage and title businesses
  • Manage and prioritize multiple projects; analyze business and legal risks presented by these projects, coordinate with appropriate stakeholders; and bring these projects to a successful conclusion
  • Develop and maintain contract templates, playbooks, standard terms, policies and procedures to reflect current law and business needs
  • Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
  • Ability to travel overnight
  • Regular and reliable attendance


Education and/or Experience

  • Jurist Doctoral degree (J.D.) is required
  • 3 years or more of relevant legal experience is required, including significant experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial agreements
  • Current license to practice law
  • Possess exceptional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficient at working in a fast-paced, high activity environment
  • Self-motivated, goal-oriented, capable of multi-tasking and completing multiple projects within stated timelines
  • Ability to work well within a team
  • Ability to communicate and build relationships via MS teams and other remote style communications
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form or via DRH applications
  • Proficiency with MS Office and email
  • Ability to sit for majority of 8-hour workday; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and peripheral vision
  • The noise level is generally moderate

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in a leading lawfirm is a plus
  • Experience with vendor agreements, professional service agreements, independent contractor and subcontractor agreements, and other commercial contracts is preferred.

Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:

  • Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401(K)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Flex Spending Accounts
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
  • Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits


About DR Horton

D.R. Horton, Inc. is the homebuilding companies in the United States. The Company constructs and sells homes through its operating divisions in 27 states and 78 metropolitan markets of the United States, primarily under the name of D.R. Horton, America’s Builder. During the fiscal year ended September 30, 2013 (fiscal 2013), the Company closed 24,155 homes. Through its financial services operations, the Company provides mortgages financing and title agency services to homebuyers in many of its homebuilding markets. DHI Mortgage, its 100% owned subsidiary, provides mortgage financing services primarily to the Company’s homebuilding customers and generally sells the mortgages it originates and the related servicing rights to third-party purchasers. In May 2014, the Company acquired homebuilding operations of Crown Communities.

DR Horton Careers

Join the dynamic team at DR Horton, America's largest home construction company, and contribute to our mission of delivering the dream of homeownership. As a leader in the industry, DR Horton offers unparalleled job opportunities that promise growth, innovation, and leadership development. Work You’ll Do At DR Horton, you will be part of a culture that values diversity, professional growth, and collaborative success. Our team is committed to excellence and pushing the boundaries of what is possible in home construction. Whether you are looking to start your career through our robust internship programs or seeking to advance as a seasoned professional, DR Horton provides the platform to elevate your career to new heights. Transform Your Career Embrace the opportunity to lead projects that redefine communities and improve lives across the nation. DR Horton is at the forefront of the construction industry, integrating sustainable practices and innovative designs in every project. With a focus on continuous improvement and employee empowerment, DR Horton is a place where your skills will be honed, and your contributions recognized. Join Our Team DR Horton is looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players. Explore job opportunities in various fields, from engineering to sales, where your expertise will help shape the future of housing in America. Innovative Work Environment Engage in work that matters with a team that combines deep industry expertise with a passion for quality and innovation. At DR Horton, you will collaborate with talented professionals who are dedicated to setting new standards in the housing industry. Benefits and Growth DR Horton is committed to the well-being and development of its employees. Enjoy competitive benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. We believe in nurturing our team’s potential by providing leadership and diversity training that fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace. Networking and Professional Development Advance your career with DR Horton’s commitment to professional development and networking. Gain access to industry-leading training, certification programs, and professional development workshops that will equip you with the tools needed for success. Explore Discover the various career paths available at DR Horton and find the position that best matches your skills and interests. From on-site construction roles to corporate positions, the opportunities at DR Horton are as diverse as the communities we build. Stay Connected Join the DR Horton team and stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Search DR Horton Jobs Search open positions that match your skills and interest. We look for individuals who are driven, creative, and ready to contribute to our team’s success. Keep Up to Date Stay informed with the latest news, job alerts, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. See what exciting and rewarding opportunities await at DR Horton. Join us at DR Horton, where your career aspirations can be realized and where you can be part of crafting the American dream.
Learn more about DR Horton
Size
11,788 employees
Market Cap
$766.4 million
Industry
Net Income
$66 million
Founded
1978
5 Year Trend
+67.8%
Revenue
$991.6 million
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