We offer a competitive pay, benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance starting on day one, 401(k) company match, annual performance bonus, employee share purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, vacation time, sick time and floating holidays.
Internal Number: R8469
At The Andersons, serving customers with integrity, loyalty and respect has been our commitment since our founding in 1947. Amid the ups and downs of production agriculture The Andersons has remained a constant - building unique relationships with our customers, employees, business partners and with the communities in which we operate. We will continue this commitment and strive to provide extraordinary personal service every day.
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated corporate attorney who thrives in a fast-paced environment to become a key member of our legal department. The attorney will primarily focus on commercial contracting, business negotiations and transactional matters, including mergers and acquisitions. The position will be based in our Overland Park, Kansas office and will primarily support our Trade and Processing Group.
Key Responsibilities
Draft, negotiate and review a wide variety of transactional agreements, including those associated with acquisitions and dispositions, confidentiality agreements and commercial contracts associated with the business
Provide support for M&A transactions, including deal structure and LOI terms, planning and assisting in due diligence, and drafting and negotiating deal agreements
Work closely with business colleagues and provide strategic advice to relevant business units related to commercial contracts and disputes and operational matters, including employment law issues
What is expected of you and others at this level
Demonstrate subject matter expertise in substantive legal areas, keep abreast of new developments and instill best practices
Superb oral and written communication skills
Possesses excellent follow-up skills, accuracy, and attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to provide strategic, timely and practical legal advice
Ability to work independently on a wide variety of matters, prioritizing work appropriately with business colleagues and supervisor
Willingness to take on additional duties and responsibilities as needed
Minimum Qualifications & Skills
JD and Bar Admission required
4-6 years’ relevant experience with a law firm or in-house position required
Publicly traded company experience preferred but not required
Experience drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts required; experience managing litigation matters, including contract disputes and employment law matters preferred.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It does not include all responsibilities and skills required of the job and may be changed at any time. All responsibilities must be completed in compliance with all safety protocols, policies, procedures and consistent with the spirit and philosophy of The Andersons’ Statement of Principles.
Founded in 1947 in Maumee, Ohio, The Andersons, Inc. is a diversified company rooted in agriculture that conducts business in the commodity merchandising, renewables, and plant nutrient sectors. Many Paths. One Future. We are The Andersons.
