Associate Counsel

The Associate Counsel will provide direct support to the Legal & Compliance Department and serve as a key partner to Operations, Shared Services and Senior Leadership. The role includes responsibility for business registrations, licenses, and regulatory filings, as well as supporting HR, labor relations, compensation and benefits, real estate and lease matters, and compliance programs. The successful candidate will also help establish a company-wide contract management system and manage records retention. This hybrid role, based in Charleston, WV, is an excellent opportunity for an early-career attorney to gain broad in-house experience in corporate, compliance, and operational matters.

• Monitor regulatory developments and advise management on potential impacts.
• Support Operations leadership with legal review of service agreements, vendor contracts, and operational compliance.
• Manage business entity registrations, annual reports, licenses, and filings across multiple jurisdictions.
• Draft, review, and revise contracts, agreements, and compliance documents.
• Support development and delivery of compliance training, policies, and procedures.
• Assist with corporate governance, board resolutions, and compliance reporting.
• Develop, implement, and oversee a company-wide contract management system.
• Utilize DocuSign and document management platforms for contract execution and tracking.
• Provide legal support to HR on employment law, labor relations, compensation, and benefits compliance.
• Occasional lifting of files, office supplies, or documents (generally up to 15 lbs).
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and outside counsel on litigation, regulatory, and corporate matters.
• Assist with negotiation, drafting, and administration of labor relations agreements.
• Support compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including DOT, FMCSA, and EEOC.
• Review and provide guidance on real estate transactions, property leases, and related agreements.
• Manage corporate records retention and document control policies.

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Technical and Leadership Skills

• Exposure to utility, construction, transportation, or energy sectors.
• Ability to communicate clearly in person, over the phone, and via written correspondence.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to risk management and compliance.
• Ability to communicate complex legal and compliance issues in clear, business-focused terms.
• Competence with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and legal research platforms.
• Leadership presence with the ability to provide guidance to cross-functional teams and influence decision-making.
• Familiarity with federal regulatory frameworks, including DOT, FMCSA, and EEOC.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build trust and credibility across Operations, Shared Assets, and Senior Leadership.
• Knowledge of compensation, benefits, HR compliance, and labor relations.
• Ability to work onsite in an office environment and adapt to hybrid work settings.
• Proficiency in using DocuSign, contract management tools, and document management systems.
• Ability to interpret, draft, and negotiate a wide variety of contracts and legal documents.
• Ability to operate a computer, keyboard, telephone, and other standard office equipment.
• 1–3 years of legal experience, preferably in corporate, employment, or compliance-related practice.
• Project management skills with the ability to set up new systems, track deadlines, and manage priorities.
• Strong working knowledge of corporate, regulatory, and employment law.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to travel occasionally for meetings, hearings, site visits, or training (less than 10–15%).
• Background supporting HR, operations, and compliance functions.
• Prior in-house experience or experience in corporate/regulatory practice.
• Understanding of real estate and lease agreements.
• Active license to practice law in West Virginia (or ability to become licensed within a reasonable time).

Job Type: Full-Time, Hourly (Non – Exempt) Overtime Eligible

We hire directly and encourage all interested candidates to apply through our official job postings.

• Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Insurance Options
• Licenses and certification renewals
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.1q6ui90-
• Professional development and continuing education support.
• Life Insurance Options
• 401(k) Plans
• Paid Holidays
• Paid time off and holidays.