J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. · 2 days ago
Assistant Corporate Counsel, Contracts
Lowell, AR
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expJ.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Corporate Counsel, Contracts to work with high-level business leaders on negotiating, drafting, and reviewing complex agreements. This role involves providing legal advice to executive leadership and managing all contracting activities to mitigate risk and ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
LogisticsShippingTransportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide ongoing and independent management of all contracting activities, including negotiating, drafting, and reviewing complex contracts and contract-related documents with high-level executive exposure, such as transportation agreements, leases, licenses, purchases, sales, etc. Track status of contract negotiation from initial draft to execution, providing updates to leadership and other internal stakeholders
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including high-level business leaders, on a wide variety of legal matters, including risk and control issues; provide support on commercial concerns, negotiations, and regulatory issues across a broad range of legal subjects
Advise high-level business leaders on contractual legal matters, demonstrating independent problem-solving ability and decision-making skills
Research and continuously learn in order to stay abreast of current and evolving laws and regulations applicable to the Company and industry
Ensure contractual obligations comply with the Company’s polices and business practices and the industry's regulations, concepts, practices, standards, and procedures
Use legal knowledge, independent judgment, and creativity to recommend alternative solutions to contract and legal issues
Review and summarize complex legacy legal agreements and provide clear advice as to Company obligations and interpretation of source documents
Maintain ongoing awareness of practical and legal implications and consequences of provisions in legacy agreements to avoid similar risk in future agreements in an effort to continuously improve negotiation strategies and quality of agreements
Draft internal memorandum clearly and concisely summarizing and explaining complex contractual terms, legal issues, and business risks for review by high-level business leaders, including c-suite executives
Perform other related duties as assigned by leadership
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctorate from an accredited Law School with at least 2 years of relevant experience
Licensed to practice law (and in good standing) in at least one jurisdiction
Preferred
Admission to the Arkansas Bar
Experience negotiating, drafting, and reviewing transportation and software/information technology agreements
Experience with real estate transactions and contracts
Experience working in a corporate legal environment/department
Experience working in a fast-paced environment
Experience in the transportation industry
At least 2 years of relevant experience (post law school)
Excellent project management skills, writing skills, listening and oral communications skills, diplomacy, finesse and interpersonal skills
Strong business judgment and skill in distinguishing between high and low priority legal issues
Ability to effectively communicate with and influence business leaders at all levels of the organization
Ability to make independent, time-sensitive decisions, showing strong business judgment
Ability to prioritize legal and business issues in a fast-paced environment
Ability to maintain professionalism while dealing with difficult individuals
Strong attention to detail in high-stress and high-stakes negotiations
Proficient active listening skills
Self-motivation
Ability to work both individually and as part of a team
Benefits
Medical benefit
Dental benefit
Vision benefit
401(k) retirement plan
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time)
Six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave
Six paid holidays annually
Company
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.
J.B. Hunt specializes in freight shipping for customers of all sizes.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.7B2025-11-25Post Ipo Debt· $1.7B
1983-12-02IPO
Leadership Team
Shelley Simpson
President and Chief Executive Officer
Nick Hobbs
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
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