Assistant Corporate Counsel, Contracts

**Job Title:**

Assistant Corporate Counsel, Contracts

**Department:**

Legal, Compliance & Audit

**Country:**

United States of America

**State/Province:**

Arkansas

**City:**

Lowell

**Full/Part Time:**

Full time

**Job Summary:**

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for working with high-level business leaders to negotiate, draft, review, and mitigate risk in complex agreements, and providing general legal advice to executive leadership.

**Job Description:**

**Key Responsibilities:**

+ Provide ongoing and independent management of all contracting activities, including negotiating, drafting, and reviewing complex contracts and contract-related documents with high-level executive exposure, such as transportation agreements, leases, licenses, purchases, sales, etc. Track status of contract negotiation from initial draft to execution, providing updates to leadership and other internal stakeholders

+ Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including high-level business leaders, on a wide variety of legal matters, including risk and control issues; provide support on commercial concerns, negotiations, and regulatory issues across a broad range of legal subjects

+ Advise high-level business leaders on contractual legal matters, demonstrating independent problem-solving ability and decision-making skills

+ Research and continuously learn in order to stay abreast of current and evolving laws and regulations applicable to the Company and industry

+ Ensure contractual obligations comply with the Company’s polices and business practices and the industry's regulations, concepts, practices, standards, and procedures

+ Use legal knowledge, independent judgment, and creativity to recommend alternative solutions to contract and legal issues

+ Review and summarize complex legacy legal agreements and provide clear advice as to Company obligations and interpretation of source documents

+ Maintain ongoing awareness of practical and legal implications and consequences of provisions in legacy agreements to avoid similar risk in future agreements in an effort to continuously improve negotiation strategies and quality of agreements

+ Draft internal memorandum clearly and concisely summarizing and explaining complex contractual terms, legal issues, and business risks for review by high-level business leaders, including c-suite executives

+ Perform other related duties as assigned by leadership

**Qualifications:**

**Minimum Qualifications** :

+ Juris Doctorate from an accredited Law School with at least 2 years of relevant experience. Licensed to practice law (and in good standing) in at least one jurisdiction

**Preferred Qualifications:**

+ Admission to the Arkansas Bar

+ Experience negotiating, drafting, and reviewing transportation and software/information technology agreements

+ Experience with real estate transactions and contracts

+ Experience working in a corporate legal environment/department

+ Experience working in a fast-paced environment

+ Experience in the transportation industry

+ At least 2 years of relevant experience (post law school)

+ Excellent project management skills, writing skills, listening and oral communications skills, diplomacy, finesse and interpersonal skills

+ Strong business judgment and skill in distinguishing between high and low priority legal issues

+ Ability to effectively communicate with and influence business leaders at all levels of the organization

+ Ability to make independent, time-sensitive decisions, showing strong business judgment

+ Ability to prioritize legal and business issues in a fast-paced environment

+ Ability to maintain professionalism while dealing with difficult individuals

+ Strong attention to detail in high-stress and high-stakes negotiations

+ Proficient active listening skills

+ Self-motivation

+ Ability to work both individually and as part of a team

This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

**Compensation:**

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

**Benefits:**

The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: medical benefit, dental benefit, vision benefit, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time), six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave, and six paid holidays annually.

**Education:**

Doctorate: Law (Required), GED (Required), High School (Required)

**Work Experience:**

Legal

**Job Opening ID:**

00609959 Assistant Corporate Counsel, Contracts (Open)

**_“This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this_** **_classification._** **_It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job._**

**_To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.”_**

**_J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law._**

**Fortune 500 experience. Career advancement. Nationwide relocation possibilities.**

Headquartered in Northwest Arkansas, J.B. Hunt is a dominant force in transportation and logistics, offering exciting career opportunities both at corporate and at field locations across the country. There are a variety of job types that support our business, so no matter your passion, J.B. Hunt is the place to jumpstart your career.

**Why J.B. Hunt?**

J.B. Hunt is a leading transportation and logistics company for one simple reason – our people. The career possibilities and benefits of working at J.B. Hunt are endless. From competitive salary and benefits packages, to defined career paths and growth opportunities, we take care of our people and take great pride in our efforts to build and sustain an inclusive workplace for all employees.

**What are we looking for?**

J.B. Hunt welcomes high-energy, forward-thinking people of all backgrounds and experience levels to join our team. We offer full-time, entry level, professional and management opportunities across all departments. Whether you are fresh out of school or bring years of industry experience, a role at J.B. Hunt could take your career to the next level.

J.B. Hunt is proud to serve individuals of all abilities. If you need assistance completing your application, please contact us at people.support@jbhunt.com .

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. affirms its belief in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment in all terms and conditions of employment. J.B. Hunt is committed to both the spirit and the letter of affirmative action law and continues its good-faith efforts to comply with all applicable government laws and regulations. The company is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity. J.B. Hunt will recruit, hire, compensate, offer benefits to, upgrade, train, layoff, terminate, and/or promote individuals without discrimination in regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases by applicable law.

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. offers reasonable accommodation in the employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance in the application process due to a disability, you may request accommodation at any time by calling 1-800-777-4968.