ETC is Hiring: Associate General Counsel
Location: Middleton, WI
Vibe: Collaborative, curious, solutions oriented
Environment: Team-first, global, good humans only
What does this role actually do?
In short? You’re the person who helps the business navigate legal risks with confidence while keeping contracts moving.
Typical Responsibilities
* Draft, negotiate, and review contracts for global business units (about 60–70% of your time)
* Partner closely with business teams to provide practical, thoughtful legal guidance
* Answer questions, spot risks early, and help teams move forward with clarity
* Jump into new or emerging areas of law when they come up
* Take ownership of your work while collaborating with leadership
What we’re looking for (Top 3)
* Solid contracts experience: hands‑on experience drafting, negotiating, and reviewing contracts, whether from a law firm, in‑house role, or a mix of both.
* Strong foundation in contract and core commercial legal principles: understanding of fundamentals and ability to apply them in real‑world business situations.
* "bring it on" mindset: willingness to take on challenges, learn unfamiliar areas of law, and tackle emerging issues.
Nice to Have (Not a Dealbreaker)
* Experience working with or supporting teams in other countries
* Comfort operating in a global business environment
The Kind of Person Who Thrives Here
* Good vibes only – kindness, respect, and positivity matter
* A true team player who enjoys working with others
* Curious, adaptable, and comfortable learning on the fly
* Calm under pressure and practical in approach
* Someone who values relationships as much as results
Why You’ll Like It Here
* You’ll do meaningful, hands on legal work
* You’ll be trusted as a partner, not just a reviewer
* You’ll work with smart, supportive teammates
* You’ll have room to grow, learn, and try new things
* You’ll support a business that builds world-class, industry-leading products
If you’re a contracts savvy attorney who brings solid judgment, a collaborative mindset, and good energy to the table, we’d love to hear from you.
Representative Responsibilities
* Develop and implement processes, templates, and best practices to support ETC’s global business operations
* Assess business transactions and operations to minimize legal and business risks for ETC’s global business operations
* Draft, negotiate, and maintain a variety of business agreements for ETC’s global business operations
* Monitor legal and regulatory developments relevant to ETC’s business and assist in translating those developments into practical compliance guidance and processes
* Acquisitions and strategic partnership development
* Coordinate external legal resources as needed
* Assist with the maintenance of ETC’s global IP portfolio
* Other duties as assigned
* Special projects and requests are completed in a timely and positive fashion
* Ability to travel when necessary
Minimum Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree
* Juris doctorate degree from an accredited law school
* Good standing as a member of the Wisconsin State Bar (or the ability to become a member)
* 2-5 years legal experience with a global manufacturing company, corporate law, or related practice(s)
* Excellent negotiation, research, and legal drafting skills
* Ability to manage a broad and varied portfolio of legal matters in a fast-moving business environment
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and prioritize competing requests
* Demonstrated ability to be organized, identify and mitigate risk, problem solve, and offer creative and practical solutions
* Computer skills required; experience with a cloud-based contract system is preferred
Apply today or contact Katie.Barreau@etcconnect.com with questions.
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