Commercial Counsel - Industrial

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

• Estimated annual base pay: $96,800 (minimum) - $121,000 (midpoint) - $145,200 (maximum)

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.

• 401(k) match (4.5%)

• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)

• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members

• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.

• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.

• Paid parental leave.

• Adoption Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.

• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life

• Member referral bonus

• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

• Voluntary benefits, including:

• Home / Auto Insurance discounts

• Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Key Responsibilities:

• Legal Research and Analysis: Conduct comprehensive legal research and analyze relevant laws, regulations, and precedents to provide informed advice to the organization.

• Contract Drafting and Review: Prepare, draft, and review various types of contracts and agreements to ensure they are legally sound and meet organizational objectives.

• Compliance Management: Monitor and ensure organizational compliance with applicable laws and regulations by implementing appropriate policies and procedures.

• Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Identify potential legal risks in business operations and transactions and develop strategies to mitigate such risks effectively.

• Advisory Support: Provide legal counsel and support to different departments within the Industrial business segment, assisting in decision-making processes and resolving legal issues.

• Policy & Process Improvement: Contribute to the development of contract templates, negotiation guidelines, and training to enhance commercial practices.

Key Skills:

• J.D. from an ABA accredited law school and licensed to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (required).

• Legal Expertise: Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and legal principles necessary to provide accurate legal guidance.

• Analytical Thinking: Effectively analyzes complex legal issues and data to identify risks, opportunities, and appropriate courses of action.

• Communication Skills: Communicates clearly and persuasively, both in writing and verbally, to convey legal advice and interact with stakeholders.

• Problem Solving Abilities: Develops innovative solutions to legal challenges, ensuring compliance and mitigating potential liabilities.

• Research Proficiency: Conducts thorough legal research using various resources to support case preparation and decision-making processes.

• Negotiation Skills: Skillfully negotiates contracts, agreements, and settlements to achieve favorable outcomes for the organization.

• Attention to Detail: Maintains high accuracy in reviewing legal documents, contracts, and compliance materials to prevent errors and omissions.

• Ethical Judgment: Upholds and promotes ethical standards, ensuring that all legal practices comply with professional and organizational guidelines.

• Time Management: Effectively prioritizes tasks and manages time to handle multiple legal matters and meet deadlines efficiently.

Successful Candidates Typically Have:

• 2+ years of experience in commercial law or a related area, preferably with experience in a corporate legal department and/or law firm servicing the industrial/aerospace/manufacturing sector

• Expertise with contract law, compliance, and regulatory frameworks relevant to aerospace or industrial manufacturing with international locations

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to explain complex legal issues to non-legal audiences.

Application window is anticipated to close 30 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.

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