Assistant General Counsel

Orano USA
life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Maryland, Bethesda
Feb 05, 2025
Job description Join Orano - Shaping a Sustainable Future Together About the Role We're seeking a detail-oriented Assistant General Counsel with 2-4 years of experience to join our legal and compliance team. This role combines traditional legal work with substantial compliance responsibilities, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both enforcing regulatory frameworks and handling complex legal matters. Core Responsibilities Legal: Drive consistent contracting practices across the organization Provide strategic legal counsel on commercial agreements and regulatory matters Review and negotiate terms and conditions for proposals, sales contracts, and government contracts Partner with cross-functional teams on joint ventures and agreements Support litigation management when needed Compliance: Develop, implement, and maintain company compliance policies and procedures Design and conduct employee compliance training programs Monitor adherence to internal policies and regulatory requirements Support the Chief Compliance Officer in preparing compliance reports and audit responses Lead internal compliance assessments and coordinate responses to external audits Create and maintain compliance documentation and tracking systems Our Full-Time Benefits Competitive compensation Health, Dental, and Vision insurance - with generous employer contributions 401(k) with employer matching and contribution amounts Life insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance provided by the company Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules Numerous Training and Development opportunities and more... Ideal qualifications All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for this opportunity. Candidates who exceed minimum qualifications may be considered for a higher-level position. Required Qualifications JD from an accredited law school and active bar membership 2-4 years of legal experience, with demonstrated expertise in compliance and contract law Strong analytical mindset with exceptional attention to detail Outstanding documentation and record-keeping abilities Demonstrated persistence in following through on compliance initiatives Experience in policy development and implementation Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both legal and training contexts Desired Skills & Attributes Experience in developing and delivering compliance training programs Strong project management skills with ability to track multiple compliance initiatives Proven ability to build relationships across departments to ensure compliance adherence Diplomatic yet firm approach to compliance enforcement Experience with compliance monitoring tools and systems Ability to translate complex requirements into clear, actionable guidance Comfort with routine compliance tasks while maintaining enthusiasm for legal challenges Please Note: The provided salary information is a guideline. Your offered salary is based upon experience, qualifications, geographic location, as well as market and business considerations. Salary range: $145-160k Orano is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other characteristic protected by law.