Commercial Attorney

BREAK GROUND ON A REWARDING CAREER WITH US!

The Sekisui House U.S. team is a proud builder of the SHAWOOD, Richmond American Homes, Woodside Homes, Holt Homes, Hubble Homes, and Chesmar Homes brands.  We take great pride in being a member of Sekisui House, a global leader in homebuilding. This impressive, 60+ year old company has built over 2.6 million new homes designed to reflect and adapt to the changing needs of today's homebuyers. Drawing on Sekisui House's unparalleled history and superior service, we commit ourselves to a future where people around the world can live joyful lives in homes that are safe, secure, stylish and comfortable. 

We encourage a company culture that promotes professionalism, teamwork, health & wellness and work-life balance. If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for success, consider building a career with us.

Positive Work Environment & Culture

• Collaborative Team Culture: Join a supportive environment where teamwork and the open exchange of ideas are highly valued.
• Team Engagement: Participate in a variety of team-building events and social gatherings, such as company outings, holiday celebrations, and regular office socials. We support a healthy work-life balance and recognize the importance of time outside of work commitments. 

Position Summary   

The Commercial Attorney is primarily responsible for overseeing the contracting process for vendors, subcontractors, suppliers, manufacturers, and services used on the Company’s construction sites. This position additionally provides legal advice to the Company and support to the procurement teams regarding the purchase of goods and services. This position will develop and apply sourcing models and contracting strategies to address various types of procurement needs and challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead the review, drafting, and negotiation of various types of commercial and construction contracts.

• Advise on any risks of proposed commercial and construction transactions and devise practical and creative legal solutions to meet business objectives.

• Provide legal support to procurement teams regarding the purchase of goods and services.

• Conduct due diligence on businesses, business initiatives and advise on marketing and promotional materials.

• Support in establishing and maintaining a legal template database.

• Ensures Company-wide compliance with Company agreement and risk policies and procedures.

• Work with the risk management to review insurance requirements and ensure that the requirements are adequate to protect the Company.

• Assists with developing and implementing procurement policies, processes, and strategic plans in line with corporate procurement and risk strategies and objectives.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks at any given time and prioritize as necessary.

Requirements

• Law degree from an accredited law school and admitted to a state bar in good standing.

• A bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Construction Management or related field preferred.

• 5-8+ years of relevant working experience as a qualified lawyer or in-house legal counsel with a strong background in commercial and construction law and a good understanding of supply chain legal framework.

• Demonstrated successes in formalizing and maintaining vendor relationships and the ability to negotiate difficult transactions to resolution.

Compensation

• Base Salary: $130,000- $150,000
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Bonus Type: Year-end Discretionary

Comprehensive Benefits Package

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families: 

• Competitive Compensation: We provide a competitive compensation structure that rewards performance and results.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive coverage includes medical, dental, and vision insurance options, as well as Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Financial Future: Access a 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Time Off: Our time-off benefits include vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and other leave types (bereavement, jury duty, FMLA, military leave).
• Insurance & Protection: Company-provided life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage are included. An employee assistance program (EAP) is also available. 
• Exclusive Perks & Discounts
• Homeownership & Financing: Take advantage of exclusive home purchase and financing discounts.
• Pet Insurance: Enjoy discounted group pet insurance rates.

If you are ready for more than a job and seek a career with one of the most respected organizations in the industry, we encourage you to connect with us. Please visit our website at www.richmondamerican.com for additional information.

Sekisui House U.S., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.