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Job Details Job Location : New Braunfels, TX Position Type : Full Time Education Level : 4 Year Degree Salary Range : Undisclosed Travel Percentage : Up to 25% Job Shift : Day Description Job Description Job Title: Associate General Counsel Status: Full Time FLSA Status: Exempt Reports To: General Counsel Date Approved: 05/12/2025 Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Associate General Counsel with 1–2 years of experience to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will have a foundational background in transactional law, corporate compliance, and construction law , with working knowledge of subcontractor agreements, non-disclosure agreements , and construction licensing specifically within the telecommunications infrastructure industry. This role is ideal for a junior attorney seeking to deepen their in-house legal experience in a fast-paced, construction-focused environment. Key Responsibilities: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of transactional documents, including subcontractor agreements, service agreements, vendor contracts, and non-disclosure agreements. Provide legal counsel on matters involving construction law, including project documentation, lien laws, risk allocation, and regulatory compliance. Assist in maintaining corporate compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including monitoring changes in regulations affecting the construction industry. Advise internal stakeholders on the enforcement and drafting of non-compete, non-solicitation, and confidentiality agreements. Support licensing and registration activities across multiple jurisdictions for construction operations. Collaborate with external counsel on litigation and regulatory issues as needed. Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on relevant legal topics. Help develop and implement internal legal policies, contract templates, and compliance procedures. Ensure confidentiality and sensitivity of data when handling contract records and information. Utilize advanced Microsoft Office applications, Adobe, SharePoint, and data analysis tools such as Projects or Vizio. Experience with DOCK 365 is preferred. Collaborate effectively with internal departments such as operations, risk, and human resources to ensure seamless communication and process compliance. Stay current with industry practices, public and private contract processes, and legal department procedures. Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge of subcontractor agreements, construction-related regulatory compliance, and corporate governance. Familiarity with employment restrictive covenants (e.g., non-competes, non-solicitation clauses). Strong drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. Strong understanding of office procedures, compliance requirements, and records management. Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) , Adobe , SharePoint , and experience with workflow or data analysis tools like Microsoft Projects or Visio . Strong organizational skills , attention to detail , and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Experience with DOCK 365 contract management software is preferred. Required Education and Experience: Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. Licensed to practice law in any state in the United States 1–2 years of relevant legal experience, preferably with a focus on transactional, corporate, or construction law (in-house or law firm experience). Experience working in or with the construction industry preferred Knowledge of multistate contractor licensing and regulatory frameworks preferred Prior in-house legal experience or secondment with a corporate legal department preferred Supervisory Requirements: This position does not have supervisory requirements Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional after-hours work may be required to meet deadlines or manage crisis situations Physical Demands: Employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopier, filing cabinets and fax machines Occasionally required to lift or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds Must be able to pass pre-employment screening that includes background and drug/alcohol testing and participate in random testing program Position requires working indoors in a professional office atmosphere Must possess valid driver’s license Travel: Up to 10% of travel expected for this position Additional Eligibility Qualifications: None required for this position. EEO Statement: Ontivity provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability and genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Ontivity complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Ontivity expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information disability or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Ontivity’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. 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