Air Products and Chemicals

Senior Commercial Counsel

Air Products and Chemicals$145K — $175K *
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of relevant transactional experience, especially in M&A and antitrust
  • JD from an accredited U.S. law school
  • Admittance to at least one U.S. State Bar, eligible to practice in Pennsylvania
  • Experience managing legal resources for complex transactions
  • Proven track record of advising on regulatory compliance and operational risks

Responsibilities

  • Lead all phases of M&A transactions from due diligence to closing
  • Draft and negotiate complex commercial contracts and supporting documents
  • Oversee regulatory compliance and antitrust reviews
  • Advise on post-closing integration and matters
  • Develop strong relationships with business leaders and provide high-level legal service
  • Manage external legal costs and outside counsel
  • Collaborate with teams on significant customer transactions and capital investments

Benefits

  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one
  • 401(k) with immediate vesting on company match
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
  • Paid parental leave and adoption assistance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent daycare
  • Health Savings Account options
  • Life insurance benefits including AD&D options
Full Job Description
Air Products seeks a Business Attorney in its Americas Law Department at our global headquarters in Allentown, PA to provide transactional and compliance legal support to the Company’s North American Region. This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic and business-minded lawyer to join a long-established and highly reputable global company. This position provides an exciting, varied and challenging workload with potential for career advancement and periodic remote work flexibility. The successful candidate will take a leadership role in supporting various product sales and equipment transactions, including negotiating and drafting complex commercial contracts, letters of intent and joint venture arrangements, and managing inside and outside legal resources in supporting significant commercial transactions, including M&A. The role will also include providing compliance counseling to business clients, general managers and senior executives, and managing and resolving commercial disputes and coordinating cross-functional legal support with tax, finance and legal professionals. The workload is as varied as it is challenging and may include providing support to structure and consummate product supply agreements, long- and medium-term offtake agreements, power purchase agreements, transportation and pipeline supply agreements, equipment sales agreements, real estate acquisitions, leases and easements, and legal support and training on regulatory matters, including competition law. Key Responsibilities: Commercial counsel in the Americas must bring a broad business orientation in engaging in the following activities: - Lead and manage all phases of M&A transactions, including due diligence, deal structuring, negotiation, documentation and signing/closing - Draft, review, and negotiate complex transaction documents, including purchase or sale agreements, TSAs, LOIs, NDAs and ancillary closing documents - Oversee regulatory filings and compliance, including HSR/antitrust review - Advise on post-closing integration matters - Develop strong client relationships with business leaders (and their teams) across the enterprise and providing those clients with the highest level of service through counseling on contract interpretation, contract negotiation, review and drafting, advocacy, problem solving and education, and advising on potential risks and opportunities associated with operational and strategic decisions - Manage outside counsel and legal costs across all transactions - Collaborating with other business leaders to evaluate, manage and execute significant customer transactions or initiatives - Assisting with a range of potential projects involving capital investments and joint ventures - Partnering with the tax and finance functions on relevant transactions - Managing disputes with an eye toward avoiding litigation; drafting commercial settlement agreements - Providing advice and training to internal clients on contracting and legal compliance matters - Operating in a team environment, including regular collaboration with company attorneys Experience / Qualifications: - 8+ years of relevant transactional experience in private practice and a corporate legal department; including mergers and acquisitions, including antitrust. - JD degree from an accredited U.S. law school. Admission to at least one U.S. State Bar with eligibility to practice law as in-house counsel in the State of Pennsylvania. What We Offer - Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance available day one of employment - 401(k) retirement savings plan with immediate vesting of company match and core contributions - Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time - Paid parental leave - Adoption assistance - Flexible Spending Accounts (medical, dependent daycare) - Health Savings Account - Life Insurance (AD&D), Supplemental AD&D Air Products proudly values the skills, dedication, and leadership that Veterans offer. As a Veteran-friendly organization, we actively encourage and welcome Veterans to apply for various roles within our company. We recognize the outstanding strengths and experiences that Veterans contribute, and we foster a workplace that honors your service while providing a platform for professional growth.

About Air Products and Chemicals

Air Products touches the lives of consumers around the globe in positive ways every day. With 18,900 employees and operations in more than 40 countries, they serve customers across a wide range of industries from food and beverage, health and personal care to energy, transportation and semiconductors. They supply a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, equipment and services.

Air Products and Chemicals Careers

Join the innovative team at Air Products and Chemicals, a leading force in the gases and chemicals industry, and contribute to a company renowned for its pioneering spirit and dedication to growth and innovation. As a member of our global workforce, you will find job opportunities that promise to enhance your professional skills and propel your career forward. Work You’ll Do At Air Products and Chemicals, we offer a variety of job opportunities that allow you to collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry. Our team is committed to leadership in sustainability and safety, driving innovation that matters not only to the marketplace but to the global community. Lead in a Unique Market Position Air Products and Chemicals stands at the forefront of the industrial gases and chemicals sector, providing essential products and services across a multitude of industries. Our leadership is marked by a deep commitment to technological innovation and environmental stewardship, positioning us uniquely in the marketplace. Join a Diverse and Inclusive Team Diversity and inclusion are at the core of our company culture. We believe in empowering our employees by embracing diversity, which fuels innovation and creativity. By joining our team, you will work in an environment that supports your growth through diversity training and leadership opportunities. Explore Our Benefits and Culture We are proud to offer our employees a competitive package of benefits designed to support both their professional and personal lives. From health and wellness programs to professional development courses, our benefits are crafted to enhance your life and work. At Air Products and Chemicals, you will experience a culture that values openness, respect, and collaboration. Internship and Career Development Kickstart your career with an internship at Air Products and Chemicals, where you can apply your education in real-world settings. Our internships provide invaluable industry experience and networking opportunities that often lead to full-time employment. We are committed to developing early-career professionals through mentoring, training, and hands-on projects. Advance Your Career With a multitude of career paths available, the potential for professional growth at Air Products and Chemicals is vast. We support our employees' career journeys with extensive training programs, leadership development, and opportunities for advancement. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the exciting job opportunities at Air Products and Chemicals by exploring open positions that match your skills and interests. We are continuously hiring creative, curious, and motivated individuals who are ready to drive success in the gases and chemicals industry. Keep Up to Date Stay informed with the latest company news, career tips, and industry insights—all from the professionals who are part of our team. Our careers blog is your go-to resource for everything you need to know to succeed at Air Products and Chemicals. Job Alert Emails Customize your experience by subscribing to job alerts and insider information tailored to your preferences. Learn about new openings and opportunities that align with your career aspirations. At Air Products and Chemicals, we are not just offering a job, but a pathway to a fulfilling career packed with possibilities to innovate, lead, and grow. Join us and be part of a team that is making a difference in the world every day.
Learn more about Air Products and Chemicals
Size
20,625 employees
Market Cap
$69.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.8 billion
Founded
1940
5 Year Trend
+9.2%
Revenue
$8.9 billion
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