KSB Company · 4 months ago
Regional Legal Counsel - North America
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expKSB Company is a leading supplier of pumps, valves, and related services. They are seeking a Regional Legal Counsel for North America who will provide business-oriented legal guidance, manage complex litigation, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements across KSB's operations in the region.
Industrial EngineeringManufacturingMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Draft, negotiate, and harmonize contracts (sales, purchase, service, frame/master agreements)
Maintain central storage and access rights for negotiated terms by customer name
Manage outside counsel, litigation (product liability, mass tort/asbestos), and reporting to Group Legal
Oversee governance activities: track changes to officers/directors, organize annual meetings, maintain proper state and local registrations, contractor licenses, and business licenses
Advise on M&A transactions, due diligence, and integration efforts
Lead real estate and environmental remediation legal processes, including leases, property transactions, and capital projects
Monitor legislative, regulatory, and case law developments affecting the business
Support export compliance, trade compliance (FTM), and customs guidance
Serve as regional point of contact, provide support and mentorship to KSB entities in Canada and Mexico
Implement and harmonize KSB Group Directives (Code of Conduct, Prevention of Corruption, Anti-trust and Competition Law, Donations and Sponsorships, Related Parties, Procurement Authority, Association Meetings, etc.)
Coordinate compliance audits and investigations; report findings to Group Compliance
Deliver compliance and legal training programs across U.S. entities
Conduct business partner risk analysis and monitor compliance performance
Develop tracking mechanisms for directive implementation and continuous improvement
Standardize terms & conditions for sales, purchase, and service agreements across KSB North America
Harmonize credit policies, company credit card use, service charge-back procedures
Align business entertainment, travel & expense, procurement under KSB Directives
Consolidate approved freight forwarders, carriers, and customs brokers
Harmonize marketing/trade show agreements (hotel, catering, booth contracts)
Establish a disaster recovery and incident response plan, including cybersecurity breach protocols
Inventory and classify trade secrets and confidential information
Harmonize master service agreements and sales representative agreements across entities
Combine IP licenses and service contracts from KSB SE into a unified structure with rights for manufacturing and subcontracting
Lead legal steps to merge, consolidate, or dissolve existing U.S. entities as needed
Evaluate single-step vs. multi-step restructuring process (e.g., re-domestication to Delaware or another favorable jurisdiction)
Harmonize secretary appointments and annual meeting processes post-restructuring
Assess impacts on KSB Mexico and KSB Canada
HR: Harmonize handbooks, benefits, retirement plans, training, talent management, and succession planning
Finance: Oversee credit policies, charge-back mechanisms, and company credit card governance
Procurement: Consolidate AMN buying power across vendors and services
Compliance & Export Control: Ensure adherence to KSB directives and export control requirements
Marketing: Review AMN websites and SupremeServ contracts
Legislative/Regulatory: Monitor and communicate changes impacting operations
Consult and oversee ownership and lease strategy for current business and growth plans
Oversee and consult on landlord’s and tenant’s liability related to safety and environmental matters
Maximize and leverage local tax incentives for facilities upgrades and investments
Centralize litigation reporting and risk oversight
Strengthen records retention/destruction schedules and e-storage compliance
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Active state bar admission
Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience (law firm and/or in-house counsel)
Demonstrated expertise in contracts, compliance, corporate governance, and litigation management
Strong knowledge of regulatory and commercial frameworks affecting manufacturing operations
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders across jurisdictions
High level of integrity, judgment, and executive presence
Strategic Thinking: Anticipate risks and align solutions with business goals
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess legal risks and provide practical solutions
Cross-Functional Leadership and Collaboration: Partner across legal, finance, HR, procurement, and operations
Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing situations or urgent requests that may arise with little or no notice
Proven ability to manage complex legal and regulatory matters while collaborating effectively across global teams in a multicultural corporate environment
Must possess discretion and sensitivity when working with confidential information and safeguard such information appropriately
Collaboration & Influence: Build trust with executives and stakeholders
Risk Management Mindset: Balance legal compliance with commercial flexibility
Cultural Awareness: Navigate global, multi-jurisdictional environments effectively
Change Leadership: Drive harmonization and process improvement across entities
Benefits
Fair framework conditions for collective wages and pensions
Flexible working time models
Individual training opportunities
The best career prospects
Company
KSB Company
ABOUT KSB KSB is one of the world’s leading suppliers of pumps, valves and related systems.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2011-01-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
J
Johannes Klein
Founder
Recent News
2025-10-10
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