Description:

Exciting growth opportunity in our Tyson's Corner, Virginia office or on a remote basis as Assistant General Counsel, Corporate. This role will be an integral part of the corporate legal team reporting to the Vice President, Associate General Counsel, Corporate. The position will provide legal counsel and support on financing, merger and acquisition, securities, NYSE, corporate governance, investor and related matters.

Join a fast-moving, high-level team at a critical juncture in BWXT's growth, as we solve some of the world's most pressing problems with safe and effective nuclear solutions for national security, clean energy, environmental remediation and space exploration. BWXT combines a stellar legacy with exciting growth in advanced technologies and an active, disciplined, ongoing M&A program.

Duties, Responsibilities and Opportunities:

Extensive participation in strategic transactions, such as mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and reorganizations of business entities and units, including due diligence, preparation of nondisclosure, purchase and other transaction agreements, and managing closing process and regulatory approvals.
Provide legal support on corporate finance, including revolving credit agreements, indentures, note offerings and rating agency matters.
Participation in preparation of SEC filings, including registration statements, Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K and SD, proxy statement and Section 16 reporting.
Advise on compliance with securities-related regulatory matters, including NYSE-listing standards, SEC regulations, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Dodd-Frank Act and stock plan matters.
Assist with corporate governance, including preparation of board and committee materials and Delaware corporate law compliance.
Manage subsidiary corporate governance, including preparation of board meetings and maintenance of corporate qualifications and subsidiary database.
Work closely with finance, internal audit, corporate development and investor relations to ensure compliance with the company's disclosure policies and procedures.
Lead and/or supervise relevant staff and outside counsel.
Perform advanced legal and other research.
Opportunity to influence successful outcomes at the highest levels of the enterprise.

Job Qualifications:

5+ years of experience with a law firm and/or corporation with substantial M&A, joint ventures, and corporate finance experience.
Familiarity with public company accounting, tax and finance a plus.
Law degree from an accredited law school and member in good standing of Virginia or other state bar with ability to qualify for Virginia corporate counsel license requirements.
DOE-Q security clearance or ability to obtain within one year of hire.
Attractive compensation and benefits commensurate with experience.
Some travel required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Demonstrated gravitas and ability to interact effectively with and influence all levels of people.
Unquestionable ethics and integrity.
Works well independently; action oriented.
Ability to effectively deal with ambiguity.
Ability to provide advice balancing legal issues with business objectives.
Organizational agility; able to build relationships, utilize networks and navigate through complex and sensitive issues.
Interest in technology and ability to learn new areas quickly.
Ability to take on sensitive issues; proven ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to maintain an objective perspective and analytical approach.
Excellent organizational and communication (written and oral) skills.
Ability to effectively persuade others, and to make and stick with difficult and/or unpopular decisions.
Consistently demonstrates sound judgment.