Commercial Corporate Counsel

$160,000.00 To $200,000.00 Annually

Summary - Job Responsibilities – Activities:
American Superconductor Corporation (AMSC) is seeking a skilled and business-oriented Commercial Corporate Counsel to provide global legal support with a focus on commercial transactions and corporate legal matters. This full-time role will support the Legal Department in negotiating and managing a wide range of domestic and international commercial contracts, developing legal strategies, and helping drive business growth. The successful candidate will act as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders, balancing risk with business objectives, while ensuring alignment with company polices and values and applicable laws.

Functions:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including supply contracts, OEM and distribution agreements, software licenses, professional services agreements, technology licenses, development agreements, and NDAs.
• Provide legal guidance on contract terms and business risks to support internal clients, including Sales, Finance, Business Segment Management and Supply Chain.
• Support legal and operational teams on issues related to international trade compliance, regulatory requirements, and contract performance.
• Work cross-functionally to develop and maintain contract templates, policies, and processes that improve efficiency and minimize risk.
• Support and maintain corporate compliance programs, including those related to anti-bribery (FCPA), export controls, and ethics.
• Assist in legal due diligence, contract analysis, and integration efforts related to potential strategic transactions or partnerships.
• Provide support in drafting or reviewing public company disclosures, including SEC filings, as needed.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to provide training and education on relevant commercial legal topics.
• Domestic and international travel may be required (as needed, <20%).

Education - Experience:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Active member in good standing with the Massachusetts Bar.
• Minimum of 7 years of legal experience, with at least 3 years focused on commercial legal counseling.
• Prior in-house legal experience strongly preferred, particularly within a manufacturing, energy or technology company.

Required Skills, Competencies, Authorities and Training Needs:

• Deep knowledge of U.S. and international commercial law, including contract law, UCC, and laws governing international commerce (e.g., Incoterms).
• Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex commercial contracts independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly and to concisely convey legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong judgment and ability to assess and to mitigate business and legal risks and to provide practical value-added business solutions.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to build strong cross-functional relationships.
• Self-starter with high integrity and ethics, accountability, and professionalism.
• Familiarity with revenue recognition, commercial finance, and related accounting principles a plus.
• Working knowledge of laws and regulations related to:
• Antitrust and trade regulation.
• Intellectual property licensing (a plus).
• Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and global anti-bribery compliance.
• Experience supporting international business operations and managing global contracts.
• US Citizenship Required.