Counsel II
- Position/ Job Title:Counsel II
- Company Name: Windstream
- Job Status: Full Time
- Work Experience: Not Specified
- Salary: Not Mentioned
- Location: Overland Park, Kansas,
- Post Date: 01-21-2012
- Exp Date: 02-20-2012
Job Description:
Join our team and take your career to the next level. Windstream is a Fortune 500 communications and technology solutions provider with operations in 46 states and the District of Columbia, generating about $6 billion in annual revenues. We provide IP-based voice and data services, MPLS networking, data center and managed hosting services and communication systems to businesses and government agencies. Windstream also delivers broadband, digital phone and high-definition TV services to residential customers primarily in rural areas and we operate a local and long-haul fiber optic network spanning 100,000 route miles.
Counsel II Job Description
Overview: Real estate transactions attorney reports to Senior Counsel and provides legal support for Windstream's OSP Engineering and other business units responsible for network real estate and fiber builds. Candidates must have strong analytical, drafting, negotiations and problem solving skills. The successful candidate will be part of a team of attorneys whose primary responsibility is to review and negotiate real estate transactions on behalf of Windstream and to manage other legal issues common to real estate and business transactions.
General Summary:
5-10 years of legal experience in reviewing, drafting and negotiating various network and real estate agreements including pole attachment agreements, licenses, rights-of-way agreements, permits, franchises, leases, easements, property acquisition/conveyances, IRUs, and railroad agreements.
Coordinate the drafting of negotiated deals and work with client/business owners or supervising attorney to determine acceptable terms.
Researching and obtaining information regarding rules, regulations, municipal codes which would affect the development of a site.
Provide legal advice to the company on a variety of real estate and business transactions and assist in monitoring, maintaining and implementing processes and procedures to meet business objectives.
Strong verbal and written communications skills, as well as the ability to convey positions in a clear concise, professional and effective manner appropriate to the audience and circumstance. Requires the ability to work independently and efficiently manage numerous projects simultaneously.
Desired Minimum Requirements:
JD degree, plus current law license in good standing
Strong academic credentials
Experience in the telecommunications industry, FCC and/or state utility commission rules and procedures desired.
Minimum Requirements:
College degree and 8+ years professional level experience with 3-4 years supervisory experience; or 12+ years professional level related experience with 3-4 years supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and professional level related experience required.
Educational Assistance
Tuition Reimbursement
Professional Dues Reimbursement
Career Development and Training
Paid Time Off
Vacation
Holidays
Health Insurance
Medical and Dental Insurance Options
Prescription Drug Plan and Vision Coverage
Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement Plans
401(k) Plan With Employer Match
Experience the benefits of a growing company
For all that you put into your job, you deserve the best in return. From a friendly, team-based environment to progressive salaries and health plans, our benefits work hard for you. See for yourself.
Employment at Windstream is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing. EOE/AAP Employer.
There is no relocation package offered for this position.
We offer competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package,
and opportunities to grow your career within an excellent working environment.
WINDSTREAM IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Counsel II Job Description
Overview: Real estate transactions attorney reports to Senior Counsel and provides legal support for Windstream's OSP Engineering and other business units responsible for network real estate and fiber builds. Candidates must have strong analytical, drafting, negotiations and problem solving skills. The successful candidate will be part of a team of attorneys whose primary responsibility is to review and negotiate real estate transactions on behalf of Windstream and to manage other legal issues common to real estate and business transactions.
General Summary:
5-10 years of legal experience in reviewing, drafting and negotiating various network and real estate agreements including pole attachment agreements, licenses, rights-of-way agreements, permits, franchises, leases, easements, property acquisition/conveyances, IRUs, and railroad agreements.
Coordinate the drafting of negotiated deals and work with client/business owners or supervising attorney to determine acceptable terms.
Researching and obtaining information regarding rules, regulations, municipal codes which would affect the development of a site.
Provide legal advice to the company on a variety of real estate and business transactions and assist in monitoring, maintaining and implementing processes and procedures to meet business objectives.
Strong verbal and written communications skills, as well as the ability to convey positions in a clear concise, professional and effective manner appropriate to the audience and circumstance. Requires the ability to work independently and efficiently manage numerous projects simultaneously.
Desired Minimum Requirements:
JD degree, plus current law license in good standing
Strong academic credentials
Experience in the telecommunications industry, FCC and/or state utility commission rules and procedures desired.
Minimum Requirements:
College degree and 8+ years professional level experience with 3-4 years supervisory experience; or 12+ years professional level related experience with 3-4 years supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and professional level related experience required.
Educational Assistance
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Retirement Plans
Experience the benefits of a growing company
For all that you put into your job, you deserve the best in return. From a friendly, team-based environment to progressive salaries and health plans, our benefits work hard for you. See for yourself.
Employment at Windstream is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing. EOE/AAP Employer.
There is no relocation package offered for this position.
We offer competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package,
and opportunities to grow your career within an excellent working environment.
WINDSTREAM IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Source: Counsel II - CareerBuilder.com
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