Legal Counsel - Corporate & Commercial

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping.

As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.

About the job:

As an integral member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in driving the progress of the Alfa Laval Group companies in North America. You will have the opportunity to help shape the legal strategy for our cutting-edge technologies, work side-by-side with business teams to navigate risk, enable growth, and drive high-impact business decisions, contributing to the overall success and growth of our organization. Currently this is a hybrid position located in Richmond, VA.

As a part of the team, you will:

• Draft and negotiate a broad range of commercial and corporate agreements, including sales, service, procurement, corporate development, confidentiality, real estate, intellectual property and human resource agreements.
• Support corporate governance activities, including maintaining corporate records, including drafting annual resolutions and special resolutions for acquisitions, divestitures, investments, dividends, etc.
• Provide legal support for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, investments, and other strategic transactions.
• Develop and maintain contract templates and related policies and procedures.
• Deliver training on best practices, negotiation strategies, and other legal and compliance topics.
• Possible additional responsibilities include:
  • Preparing reports for management on contract metrics, trends, claims, disputes, and other significant legal matters. 
  • Supporting commercial and other disputes.
  • Assisting with crisis management and other sensitive business matters.
  • Handling other routine or emerging matters within the legal department.

What you know:

You have a J.D. with admission to at least one state bar (Virginia bar admission preferred; ability to register as corporate counsel in Virginia required if bar admission is in a state other than Virginia), and: 3 – 5 years of experience as in-house counsel or external counsel with experience in relevant areas.

• Ability to multitask
• Strong communication skills
• Good organization and time management skills
• Desire to learn new areas of law

At Alfa Laval, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations, currently, we are prioritizing candidates who reside in the US or have an established presence in the area.

What’s in it for you? 

We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success. Our benefits-eligible associates enjoy healthcare, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, generous 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off benefits, and more. At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job, background, skills, and experience to get it right. The salary range for this role typically starts with a base of $165,000 - $190,000.

Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.