In-House Counsel, Commercial Law

Overview

ABM is seeking an In-House Counsel, Commercial Law, to join its Legal Department. This position may be based in Austin, Texas or Phoenix, Arizona.

The In-House Counsel, Commercial Law, provide legal support across a broad range of commercial matters, including contract drafting and negotiation, dispute resolution, legal risk management, and regulatory compliance. This attorney will work closely with business leaders and cross-functional teams to deliver practical, business-focused legal advice that supports ABM's operational and strategic objectives.

This role is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney seeking to build an in-house legal career while gaining exposure to a variety of commercial and corporate matters.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a variety of commercial agreements, including: 
• Master Services Agreements (MSAs)
• Vendor and supplier contracts
• Purchase orders
• Licensing agreements
• Service agreements
• Construction-related contracts
• Manufacturing and procurement agreements
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• Provide legal advice regarding contractual obligations, commercial risks, and business transactions.
• Partner with business leaders to identify, assess, and mitigate legal and operational risks.
• Support the management of commercial disputes, claims, collections matters, bankruptcies, and litigation.
• Assist with outside counsel management and litigation oversight when appropriate.
• Advise internal stakeholders on corporate policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Support corporate governance and compliance initiatives across the organization.
• Collaborate with Human Resources, Operations, Finance, Procurement, and other internal business partners.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities while delivering timely and high-quality legal support.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with at least one state bar.
• Two (2) to Five (5) years of legal experience in commercial law, contracts, corporate law, or related areas, gained in-house, with a law firm, or within a government agency.
• Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate with business stakeholders at all levels.
• Sound legal judgment and a practical, business-oriented approach to problem solving.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior in-house legal experience.
• Experience supporting commercial operations within a service-based, facilities management, construction, manufacturing, or B2B environment.
• Exposure to litigation management, dispute resolution, or regulatory compliance matters.
• Experience advising on technology, software, SaaS, or data-related agreements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and SharePoint.
• Comfort using generative AI tools in a professional setting or a willingness to learn.

Working Environment and Travel Requirements

• Expected to work in an ABM office for a minimum of three (3) days per week.
• Occasional travel may be required based on business needs.

Benefit Information: ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit

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