Assistant General Counsel

Apogee Enterprises

Minneapolis, MN, United States
Base: $210,000 - $250,000; bonus/equity: not speci...
Commercial building product contracts
Claims and litigation management
Negotiating customer contracts
Assist in protecting the legal interests of Apogee and its Architectural Metals Segment, with an emphasis on commercial building product-related contract review and management of claims and litigation

Job Summary

  • Assist in protecting the legal interests of Apogee and its Architectural Metals Segment, with an emphasis on commercial building product-related contract review and management of claims and litigation.
  • Manage all claims and litigation affecting Architectural Metals, including lawsuits, claims, contract disputes, record retention, and resolution process, including management of outside counsel.
  • Apogee offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Incentive Plans, 401(k) with employer contribution and match, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Matching Summary

Assist in protecting the legal interests of Apogee and its Architectural Metals Segment, with an emphasis on commercial building product-related contract review and management of claims and litigation.

Salary

Base: $210,000 - $250,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive Benefits Package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Commercial building product contracts
  • Claims and litigation management
  • Negotiating customer contracts
  • Drafting key legal documents
  • Legal risk analysis
  • Outside counsel management

Nice-to-have

  • Canadian employment law knowledge
  • Labor union experience
  • Commercial glazing industry knowledge

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctorate from accredited law school
  • Admitted to Minnesota State Bar
  • 5-7 years attorney practice experience
  • 5 years relevant manufacturing/construction legal experience
  • Construction/product defect/warranty claims experience
  • Litigation management experience

Work Rights

Must obtain Minnesota State license within 12 months if licensed elsewhere

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