WGI

Corporate Counsel

WGI$80K — $120K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
  • Admitted to The Florida Bar or authorized to serve as house counsel
  • 1-3 years of legal practice experience in a law firm or corporate legal department
  • Strong research and analytical skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize tasks
  • Flexibility and adaptability

Responsibilities

  • Conduct legal research and analysis on relevant legal issues
  • Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts and agreements
  • Advise on corporate governance and compliance matters
  • Manage case files and collaborate with external counsel on claims
  • Provide legal training and education to employees
  • Assist in enforcement and collection of contractual obligations
  • Collaborate closely with CLO on legal strategies and feedback

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 401k with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Health Savings Account with company contribution
  • Pet insurance
  • Employee assistance program
Full Job Description
Overview

We are currently seeking a Corporate Counsel to be part of our Corporate Division in our West Palm Beach, FL office.

WGI offers a complete Benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD & STD, Life Insurance, 401k with match, PTO, Holidays, HSA with company contribution, Pet insurance, and an Employee assistance program.

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Responsibilities

  • Legal research and analysis: Thoroughly researching legal issues, case law, statutes, and regulations relevant to assigned cases.
  • Document drafting/review/negotiation: Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with clients, vendors, and partners, including sales agreements, supply contracts, leases, and service agreements. Ensure the contracts are legally sound, protect the company's interests, and are compliant with applicable laws.
  • Corporate Governance: Advise management on corporate governance matters, including board meetings, shareholder meetings, and compliance with corporate bylaws and regulations. Draft minutes, resolutions, and other documents related to corporate governance.
  • Litigation/Claim management: Managing case files, work with external counsel to handle claims and legal proceedings.
  • Training and Education: Provide training for employees on legal topics.
  • Enforcement and Collections: Assist with drafting demand letters regarding enforcement of various contract terms and collection of outstanding balances.
  • Collaboration with CLO: Working closely with CLO to develop legal strategies and receive feedback on work product.


Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
  • Must be admitted to The Florida Bar or be authorized to serve as house counsel by The Florida Bar.
  • 1-3 years of legal practice experience in a law firm or corporate legal department
  • Strong research and analytical skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively
  • Flexibility and adaptability

Potential areas of focus:
  • Corporate law: Contract drafting, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions
  • Litigation: Case management and working with external counsel.
  • Real estate law: Contract review, including leasing and subordination agreements.
  • Employment law: Advising on employment issues.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over the sponsorship of employment visas

Physical Demands

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in an office setting. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate a computer, keyboard, and mouse. The use of a telephone headset will allow for virtual communication with team members through Zoom and/or Microsoft Teams. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to sit for prolonged periods, use hands/fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls reach with hands and arms, speak, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

If you have what it takes to join our growing organization and want to be part of a dedicated team, please apply today. In return, WGI provides a competitive salary and an outstanding work environment.

WGI does not accept any unsolicited resumes. Should any 3rd party agency or recruiter forward or submit any resume(s) to a WGI associate without a pre-existing contractual agreement, the submitted resume(s) will be deemed the property of WGI, and no placement fee will be provided.

All agencies and vendors are required to have a signed WGI vendor agreement from the WGI Chief HR Officer permitting them to work directly through our Talent Acquisition team. Obtaining this signed vendor agreement is the only way you will receive payment. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of our staff will not be binding.

All third-party recruiting/supplemental staffing agencies are expected to familiarize themselves and abide by this policy.

About WGI

As a multidisciplinary consulting firm, WGI has eight offices throughout Florida and specializes in the following disciplines: Land Development/Municipal Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Surveying and Mapping, Subsurface Utility Engineering, Structures, Water Resources, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Sciences, Architecture, Land Planning, and Creative Services. The Zweig Group ranked WGI #4 on its 2017 Hot Firms list and #23 on the 2017 Best Firms to Work For list.

WGI Careers

Joining WGI offers a unique opportunity to become part of a dynamic team that drives innovation and leadership in the industry. WGI is renowned for its commitment to excellence and a culture that fosters growth and professional development.

Explore Job Opportunities

WGI is actively seeking talented individuals for various job opportunities that span a range of skills and expertise. The company is dedicated to finding passionate, creative, and solution-driven team players who are ready to contribute to significant projects.

Experience Professional Growth

At WGI, career advancement is a priority, supported by comprehensive benefits, diversity training, and opportunities for professional growth. Each position at WGI is a stepping-stone to a future of professional achievements, with support for certifications and leadership development.

Internship Programs

WGI’s internship programs offer a robust platform for gaining industry experience and building a network that can enhance future employment prospects. Interns at WGI work closely with seasoned professionals, gaining hands-on experience that is critical in today’s competitive job market.

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Innovation is at the core of WGI’s operations, influencing both the projects undertaken and the technologies employed. The team at WGI is encouraged to lead with innovation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the industry.

Join a Diverse Team

WGI prides itself on fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is valued as much as technical skill. The company’s leadership believes that a diverse team is key to generating new ideas and solutions for complex challenges.

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Networking within WGI can lead to expansive career opportunities. Employees are encouraged to engage internally and with the broader industry, enhancing their career prospects and gaining insights from across the professional community.

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