Legal Counsel
Sulzer offers you a wealth of opportunities to drive your career into the direction that you want, depending on your skills and interests. We invite you to apply if you are ready to take the next step.
Your main tasks and responsibilities:
- Reviews customer requests, contracts and purchase orders and negotiates mutually agreeable terms and conditions for commercial contracts with customers.
- Responsible for administration of the “ten golden rules” regarding Sulzer contracts.
- Creates and maintains contract files and contracts database;
- Negotiates, maintains and renews customer legal contracts, master agreements, and alliance agreements.
- Conducts risk assessment for commercial contracts
To succeed in this role, you will need:
- J.D. or equivalent from accredited US law school. US license preferred.
- At least 5 years of experience in corporate contract review and administration.
- Must be fluent in English and Spanish; oral, written, read. Portuguese knowledge also a plus
- Effectiveness in interpersonal relations demonstrating diplomacy, cooperation, and maturity in responding to questions and resolving problems/issues that arise.
- Professionalism and objectivity when dealing with coworkers and customers are essential characteristics.
What we offer you:
- 11 Paid Holidays
- 15 Paid Time off (PTO) Days
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability
- 401k with 6% company match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Wellness Program
- Bonus Programs
New onsite cafeteria, all meals subsidized (La Porte Service Center)
No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role.
Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2024 in Brazil, China, Germany, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States.