Description:

Join SEL's Legal Team
Are you a practical, business-minded attorney who enjoys solving complex problems and partnering with people across an organization? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment? If so, we invite you to explore a career with SEL.

As a Corporate Counsel, you will serve as a trusted advisor to SEL's business units and subsidiaries, helping teams navigate legal challenges and achieve business objectives. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of matters and develop expertise across multiple areas of law. Depending on business needs and your experience, your work may include contracts, employment, benefits, property, environmental health and safety (EH&S), purchasing, and other legal disciplines.

At SEL, attorneys are more than legal advisors. We are business partners, problem solvers, and collaborators who help enable innovation and support the company's mission. You'll work directly with leaders throughout the organization, tackle meaningful projects, and continuously expand your skills while contributing to a team that values integrity, ownership, and intellectual curiosity.

What You'll Do:

Partner with business units and subsidiaries to provide practical, solution-oriented legal guidance.
Research and analyze legal issues affecting business operations and strategic initiatives.
Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of agreements, policies, and other legal documents.
Advise internal clients on legal risks, options, and business-focused solutions.
Assist with litigation and dispute resolution matters.
Collaborate with attorneys and professionals across the Legal Department and throughout SEL.
Apply SEL Values, Principles of Operation, and World Class Manufacturing principles in your work.

What We're Looking For:
You are an attorney who combines strong legal skills with sound judgment, curiosity, and a desire to learn. You build relationships easily, communicate complex concepts clearly, and enjoy working as part of a team to solve business challenges.

Required Qualifications:

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
Member in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association (or equivalent admission in another applicable jurisdiction).
Two or more years of experience practicing law.
Strong analytical, research, writing, and communication skills.
Positive attitude and collaborative approach.
Ability to learn quickly and take on new responsibilities.
Self-motivated, action-oriented, and capable of making sound decisions.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

Business and legal fluency in a second language.
Experience or knowledge in one or more applicable areas of law, which may include contracts, employment, corporate governance, benefits, property, EH&S, purchasing, intellectual property, or international matters.

Why SEL?
SEL is a global employee-owned company dedicated to making electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. Our Legal Department works closely with leaders across the organization, providing attorneys with meaningful responsibility, exposure to a broad range of legal issues, and opportunities for professional growth. If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact, continuously develop your expertise, and be part of an exceptional team, we'd love to hear from you.

Location:
Pullman, WA- This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area.