Associate General Counsel

Schaeffler

. Serve as primary counsel and negotiator for significant strategic customers and suppliers .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeFort Mill • South Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in contract negotiation and management, with a strong focus on U.S. government contracting, including FAR/DFAR provisions. Proven ability to advise on commercial terms and lead cross-functional teams while ensuring legal compliance and effective communication.

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Law DegreeU.S. Government ContractingContract Drafting and NegotiationExcellent Communication SkillsIn-House Experience

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Hard Skills

Contract NegotiationLegal ComplianceRisk AnalysisContract DraftingGovernment Contracting RequirementsPricing StrategyDelivery ObligationsIndemnificationLitigation SupportResearch and Analytical Skills

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationTeam CollaborationProject LeadershipIndependent WorkTraining Development

Certifications & Qualifications

Admitted to the Bar

Industry Keywords

FAR/DFAR ProvisionsGlobal ManufacturingCommercial SalesEmployment LawContractual Risks

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as primary counsel and negotiator for significant strategic customers and suppliers
Work with Sales, Procurement, and business leadership to develop negotiation strategies, resolve contractual issues, and facilitate timely execution of commercial transactions
Advise Sales and business leadership on commercial deal strategy, customer requirements, pricing and payment terms, product warranties, delivery obligations, liability limitations, indemnities, and remedies
Identify and escalate material contractual risks and recommend practical alternatives supporting business objectives while protecting the company
Support customer and defense-prime negotiations involving long-term supply arrangements, price adjustments, forecasts, capacity commitments, and product or program changes
Review requests for proposals, requests for quotation, and other customer solicitation documents; advise on exceptions, assumptions, and proposed contractual terms
Implement and recommend improvements to legal process policies and templates
Guide Schaeffler management through complex contract negotiations in assigned functions
Manage employment-related issues and litigation from inception through resolution
Function as liaison between management and outside counsel
Manage cross-functional legal compliance projects
Develop and present training materials and seminars on legal topics
Analyze and maintain standard contracts and other business documents
Keep abreast of legislative changes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Law degree from an accredited school plus admitted to the Bar and in good standing in any U.S. state
Excellent communication skills – verbal and written
Five years of experience in U.S. government contracting evaluating and negotiating applicable government contracting requirements, including FAR/DFAR provisions
Prior in-house experience working within a global manufacturing environment
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment visa or other sponsorship
Experience supporting commercial sales teams, including negotiating customer agreements and advising on pricing, delivery, warranty, indemnification, liability, and other commercial terms
Ability to work independently as well as a productive member of a team
Familiarity and background in litigation
Experience in contract drafting and negotiation
International law experience
Excellent research, writing and analytical skills
Ability to lead projects, setting goals and objectives for cross-functional teams
Ability to travel