Legal Counsel

Starting at: $130,000

Centuri companies consider several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education, training and skills, and geographic location.

Who We Are

Centuri Group, Inc., a subsidiary of Southwest Gas Holdings (NYSE: SWX), is comprised of a family of companies that make up a utility infrastructure enterprise, operating throughout the US and Canada, committed to safely delivering gas, electric, 5G wireless and renewable energy services, amongst others, to our customers and the community. We help you build your career on Solid Ground by investing in your development and valuing your unique skills, perspective, and background. Employees are the lifeblood of our organization, and we’re committed to providing a stable foundation to continuously grow and thrive. We’ve got work for the next 100 years - All we need is you!

Reporting to the Associate General Counsel & Director of Contract Administration, as a member of Centuri’s Office of the General Counsel, you will support all business units and subsidiaries by providing leadership and direction that will mitigate the Company’s exposure in the context of legal issues and compliance requirements. 

What You'll Do

• Review and analyze various contracts, agreements, and legal documents to ensure compliance with company policies and applicable laws
• Draft, edit, and negotiate contracts, including but not limited to contracts, subcontracts, vendor agreements, service (including SaaS) agreements and real estate leases
• Conduct due diligence related to potential acquisitions, business transactions and partnerships
• Provide legal advice and guidance to internal stakeholders on contractual matters, risk management, litigation and compliance issues
• Perform legal research concerning miscellaneous legal issues in the various jurisdictions in which the Company operates throughout North America
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address legal concerns and ensure business objectives are met
• Support outside counsel representing the Company or its subsidiaries
• Assess and mitigate legal risks associated with contract terms and conditions
• Implement and manage an efficient contract lifecycle management system
• Stay updated on relevant laws and industry regulations affecting the company's operations
• Perform other responsibilities as requested by leadership

What You'll Have

• Juris Doctorate degree
• Admission to the State Bar of Arizona or currently qualified to be admitted pursuant to Arizona Supreme Court Rule 38(a)
• 3 years of experience as a practicing attorney in a law firm setting or in-house
• Experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred but not required: (a) commercial litigation; (b) construction litigation; and (c) contract/real estate lease review, drafting, and negotiation 
• Strong understanding of relevant legal concepts and doctrines, including those related to damages, remedies, and indemnification

What You'll Get

• Benefit Package including Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• 401K w/ Company Match
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance and Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Vacation/Sick Time and Paid Holidays 
• Potential Bonus Opportunities 
• Career Development Opportunities 
• Employee Discounts 
• Weekly Payroll

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a typical indoor office environment
• Flexibility to work various schedules and stay late when necessary with little or no notice
• Must be able to read documents, use a computer, communicate verbally and in writing
• Mobility required within an office, warehouse and construction site environments
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds

Legal Stuff

• Pass pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug screens
• Provide valid US work authorization documents for E-Verify
• Satisfactory results of pre-employment background check results
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment

This job description is subject to change at any time. It reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, and does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Centuri and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.  Centuri will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Centuri Group and our subsidiaries we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!

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