Alaska Airlines · 5 days ago

Corporate Counsel

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$136K/yr - $204K/yr

6+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Support multiple business units in a variety of transaction and counseling work including aircraft and engine purchasing, financing, and leasing, debt and other financing transactions, airport operations agreements, real property and facility use transactions, licenses and other adhesion contracts, SEC filing support, and other commercial agreements.

Define long-term strategy for the in-house legal team and support multiple business units with considerable latitude and initiative.

Exercise expertise in accounting, human resources, finance, planning, legal, marketing, or other operational divisions to ensure the success of the company.

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Commercial contractsLaw firm experienceGovernment environment experienceState bar membershipPrivilege rulesThinking quicklyGrace under pressureWorkload managementClient demands managementAuthorized to work in the U.S.Problem-solvingJudgmentWritten communicationVerbal communicationInterpersonal skillsCollaborationProfessional integrityAviation Industry KnowledgeRegulatory ComplianceTechnical Industry ExperienceMechanical Industry ExperienceClient InteractionAdvising Senior Executives

Required

At least 6 years of experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts in a law firm, corporate or government environment or related area.

Juris Doctor degree from leading law school, with strong personal academic credentials.

Membership in good standing in at least one state bar, preferably Washington State.

Experience in a law firm, in-house, or government attorney role.

Proficient in understanding and knowing how to apply rules of privilege in a corporate setting.

Ability to think quickly on your feet, convey grace under pressure, find practical solutions and simultaneously manage workloads, multiple client demands and shifting priorities in a fast-paced, highly detailed environment where flexibility is key.

Excellent problem-solving capabilities, judgment, written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to collaborate with colleagues as needed regarding issues outside of primary practice area.

Ability to work independently, manage time and multi-task.

Demonstrate high standards for professional integrity.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Minimum age of 18.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.