What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Counsel position at Matheson Tri-Gas?
Research, review, interpret, draft and negotiate a
variety of commercial contracts associated with Matheson's industrial,
packaged and electronics gas business. Types of contracts include sales,
consulting, product supply, construction, lease, and non-disclosure
agreements;
support Matheson's existing international business
groups and the expansion into additional territories;
provide counsel to business personnel on matters of law
and policy, with an emphasis on M&A, real estate and litigation;
assist business personnel on environmental activities
and compliance with Federal and State regulations;
manage litigation and other dispute processes,
including managing outside counsel to achieve Matheson's legal objectives
within approved budgetary parameters;
work closely with and support Matheson's Finance,
Safety/Health/Environmental and Human Resources teams; and
Assist with the corporate governance requirements of
Matheson and its subsidiaries.
Candidates should have the following
minimum qualifications:
J.D. from an ABA accredited law school with excellent
academic credentials and admission to the NJ state bar or NJ In-House
Counsel License;
minimum of three to five years of experience as a
commercial transactional attorney with experience in product sales and
service-related transactions;
strong negotiation, analytical, and drafting skills;
demonstrated ability to work efficiently, meet
demanding deadlines and balance multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
with minimum supervision;
excellent oral and written communication skills;
working knowledge of Microsoft Office and PowerPoint;
ability to work independently and partner effectively
in a team environment; and
Prior experience in commercial law and mergers and
acquisitions within a chemical or industrial/specialty gas industry is a plus.
Matheson is an Equal Opportunity
Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC.
Qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, Religion,
national origin, sex, protected veteran status, or disability
EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability
