Ahtna, Inc. · 17 hours ago
General Counsel - AI
Anchorage, AK 99503, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$280K/yr - $340K/yr
10+ years expAhtna, Inc. is seeking a General Counsel to advise the company on legal risks and oversee compliance and risk management. The role involves providing legal counsel on various matters, including corporate governance and Alaska Native issues, while serving as a key member of the Executive Team.
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Responsibilities
Performs as the primary legal strategist for legal business matters to the AI President, AN Chief Executive Officer, the Board of Directors and Committees, and other executives within the organization
Provides legal counsel to the company through members of senior management and the Board by providing business-oriented advice and partnering with all company organizations to drive and meet business objectives preparing documents to support same
Acts as advisor to or coordinates on legal issues involving the organization’s government and regulatory compliance as well as risk management from the legal/business perspective
Serves as the subject matter expert on ANCSA, ANILCA and corporate governance issues, and guides the organization on issues including Alaska native hunting and fishing rights, government and nongovernment contracts, employment law, and land and resource management
Supports business development functions. Manages contract review and risk management team by providing guidance, negotiation strategy and leadership for all revenue generating contracts and other agreements
Implements and enforces corporate compliance programs
Represents Ahtna, Inc. and its subsidiaries in legal briefing and hearings or court appearances, as necessary
Assists with formation of new companies, drafting company policies, providing position papers, and drafting/reviewing legal agreements
Selects, develops, and evaluates the Legal, Compliance, Risk, and strategically selects, retains and manages cost-effective outside resources including outside legal counsel
Manages department within budget while delivering solid, innovative, timely results
Develop and deliver training on various issues
Provides strategic oversight of the organization’s policy and procedure framework, ensuring alignment with legal, regulatory, and corporate governance requirements
Leads and advises the cross‑functional Policy/Procedure Committee, guiding the development, review, and revision of corporate procedures and ensuring consistent application across business units
Conducts legal and regulatory research to support policy updates, risk assessments, and compliance initiatives, ensuring that organizational practices reflect current standards
Oversees the planning and facilitation of governance meetings, including preparation of agendas, briefing materials, documentation, and technology to support effective decision‑making
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum of ten (10) years of experience as a licensed attorney
Minimum of five (5) years of supervisory/management experience
Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANSCA)
Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Admitted to the Alaska Bar Association
Experience drafting and negotiating contracts
Preferred
Experience with government contracting, Small Business Administration 8(a) program, and construction operations
Experience and knowledge of Alaska Native cultures
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
A 401(k) plan with a 3% match
Paid time off (PTO)
Company-paid holidays
An annual performance bonus
Company
Ahtna, Inc.
Ahtna, Incorporated is one of 13 Alaska Native Regional Corporations established by Congress under terms of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Pamela Hunsuck
Sr HR Business Partner
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