Associate Counsel - Contracts

Associate Counsel – Contracts plays a key role in driving the business forward by reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a wide range of business critical agreements, including sales, purchasing, government, and construction contracts. This role operates in a fast paced environment, partnering closely with sales, operations, and leadership teams to solve practical problems. Beyond contracts, the position supports a variety of general legal needs, offering exposure to multiple areas of the business. You’ll join a collaborative, fun, and growing legal team while developing the mindset of a business person with legal skills.

As an Associate Counsel, a typical day might include the following:

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating business agreements, company policies, and other legal documents under the direction of supervising counsel.

• Providing legal support to assigned business units and subsidiaries.

• Researching legal issues and drafting legal memoranda in support of business needs.

• Applying SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing principles in legal work and business interactions.

• Identifying opportunities to understand business needs, create practical legal solutions, and simplify processes where possible.

• Performing other related duties as assigned.

This job might be for you if you:

• Hold a Juris Doctorate from an accredited school of law.

• Are a member in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association (or, if practicing in a foreign jurisdiction, are properly admitted and in good standing in such jurisdiction).

• Have a positive attitude.

• Demonstrate strong analytical and problem solving‑ skills.

• Possess strong research and writing skills.

• Have effective communication skills.

• Have the ability and willingness to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.

• Have the ability to work individually and cooperatively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications  

• Business and legal fluency in a second language  

• Two years of experience practicing law and/or internship or clerkship experience 

• Knowledge in applicable areas of law, which may include corporate, contracts, employment, intellectual property, and/or international 

Location:

Pullman, WA- This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area.