Associate Counsel - Litigation and Corporate

Company Overview:

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

Allied Universal® is hiring an Associate Counsel, Litigation and Corporate. The Associate Counsel will support the Legal Services Group by assisting with the handling and management of collections, third-party bankruptcy, corporate litigation and commercial matters. The Associate Counsel position will be located at one of our offices in Atlanta, GA or Conshohocken, PA. This role may expect some overnight travel based on business needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with Associate General Counsels, internal stakeholders, and external clients on litigation and commercial matters and oversee commercial and business litigation cases from initiation to conclusion
• Provide comprehensive legal advice and support to internal stakeholders and leaders on litigation risk, contract interpretation, dispute resolution, debt collection and third-party bankruptcy matters
• Review and analyze contracts, corporate records, and business communications to identify potential litigation risks and inform defense or settlement strategy
• Support internal investigations and dispute resolution efforts by gathering facts, interviewing employees, and preparing summaries, while also negotiating settlements and representing the company at mediations and settlement conferences
• Identify and implement process improvements based on experience, lessons learned, and best practices, while supporting risk mitigation initiatives and internal training programs related to dispute prevention and contract enforcement
• Monitor and summarize changes in laws, regulations, and case law that may impact the company's risk exposure or compliance posture
• Conduct legal due diligence and risk assessments for mergers and acquisitions, draft and review transaction documents, and support post-Merger and Acquisition (M&A) integrations by coordinating with business units to address legacy disputes, liabilities, and ongoing contract obligations, while maintaining and updating legal templates, resources, and governance protocols
• Support corporate governance activities, including maintaining subsidiary records, drafting resolutions and meeting minutes, and assisting with annual and periodic filings
• Collaborate on cross-functional projects with attorneys and business teams across corporate, compliance, and regulatory functions to Identify and mitigate legal risks, support business Initiatives, and ensure alignment with organization objectives

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

• Law degree from an accredited law school and admission to the bar in any jurisdiction
• Minimum of three (3) years of legal experience, with exposure to corporate or transactional matters
• Ability to interface and communicate effectively with many diverse internal groups, including all levels of employees, in-house legal counsel, external legal counsel, customers, law enforcement officials and agencies, consultants, and vendors
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Familiarity with commercial contracts, corporate structures, and M&A due diligence
• Strong organizational, analytical, and writing skills, including attention to detail and a self-driven problem-solving mindset
• Ability to work independently, as well as in team situations
• High integrity, strong work ethic, customer-centric and able to handle multiple, simultaneous projects with attention to detail
• Ability to drive deliverables and influence both internal and external customers in a team setting

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

• Prior experience handling general liability or business litigation matters
• Prior experience in the security industry or other regulated industry

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plan and disability insurance
• Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
• Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.

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Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

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