_*Pacific Steel & Recycling is a 100% EMPLOYEE-OWNED company that has been in business for over a hundred years.
We offer excellent benefits that include 401k with employer match, health, vision and dental insurance, and an unbelievable retirement plan (ESOP) for all employee owners.
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_*We are seeking General Counsel to join the team at our Corporate Headquarters in Great Falls, MT.
In this position, you will be responsible for providing legal guidance and managing risk in all aspects of our business operations.
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*AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:*
*Government Affairs*
Manage and maintain federal, state and local relationships with governmental bodies regarding zoning, legislative matters, department heads that have an impact on the ability of Pacific Steel & Recycling to engage in its business.
Stay abreast of all relevant and pending federal and state legislation that may impact Pacific Steel & Recycling.
*Corporate Secretary*
Draft board resolutions.
Maintain corporate records.
Keep corporate bylaws up to date in compliance with state law.
Take board meeting minutes.
Maintain and train Pacific Steel & Recycling board on board governance best practices and policies.
Provide legal advice on all board related matters.
*Risk Management*
Responsible for purchasing appropriate insurance coverage across multiple states.
Oversee annual insurance renewal.
Maintain insurance schedules.
Identify new risks as company operations change and expand, and work with insurance brokers to insure those risks.
Work with insurance carriers on claims process including claims reporting, litigation and settlement for auto liability, property, general liability, employers’ liability, and other lines.
Allocate claim costs to branches.
Oversee handling of self-insured (below deductible) claims.
Develop loss mitigation policies and practices with management.
*Credit and Collections*
Oversee all phases of credit and collections.
Advise branches on credit decisions and collection strategies.
Negotiate payment plans with customers.
Resolve customer disputes.
Oversee collection litigation.
Manage bankruptcy claims process.
*Contract Review*
Review and manage customer and vendor contracts, master service agreements, banking and leasing agreements and purchase order terms and conditions.
Assist with contract negotiations.
Participate in mergers & acquisitions transactions.
*Litigation Management*
Select appropriate legal counsel for litigation and other legal matters.
Work with insurer and outside legal counsel on litigation strategy, compliance with document requests and settlement.
Monitor litigation status and legal expenses.
*Real Estate Transactions*
Facilitate real estate transactions by coordinating with real estate brokers, lenders, legal counsel, and escrow companies, and manage other administrative tasks in buying, selling, and leasing real estate.
*QUALIFICATIONS:*
* Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school
* Five years of corporate law experience either in-house or with a large firm with a corporate practice
* Sound knowledge of state and federal laws
* Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interact with managers and the executive team.
* Proven problem solving and analytical skills.
* Very high degree of integrity and ethics.
* High degree of critical thinking, judgment and flexibility to make timely and critical decisions in complex situations.
* Excellent communications skills: Quickly adapts to audience and highly articulate.
* Strong listening, writing and presentation skills
* Strong work ethic and self-motivated, with ability to work independently and prioritize and meet deadlines.
* Flexibility in responding to changing priorities and uneven workflow.
* Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
* Willing to travel on an occasional basis.
* Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and Adobe Acrobat.
Experience with Power Point is a plus.
_Pacific Steel & Recycling is an equal opportunity employer.
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Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person