KSB Company
Join KSB Company as the Regional Legal Counsel - North America. KSB is a leading supplier of pumps, valves, and related services, with a presence on all continents and a commitment to equal rights and treatment worldwide.
The company has a rich history, founded in 1871 in Frankenthal, Germany, and is driven by the success factors of People, Passion, and Performance. The Regional Legal Counsel will be responsible for delivering business-oriented legal guidance, harmonizing policies and agreements, managing complex litigation, overseeing entity governance and restructuring, and ensuring compliance with KSB Group Directives and regulatory requirements.
The successful candidate will have a Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school, active state bar admission, and a minimum of 5-8 years of relevant experience. They will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess legal risks and provide practical solutions, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
The Regional Legal Counsel will be based in Richmond, VA, and will report to the Regional President KSB North America, with a dotted line to the KSB Group General Counsel and KSB Group Compliance Officer.
Responsibilities
Draft, negotiate, and harmonize contracts (sales, purchase, service, frame/master agreements). Maintain central storage and access rights for negotiated terms by customer name. Manage outside counsel, litigation (product liability, mass tort/asbestos), and reporting to Group Legal. Oversee governance activities: track changes to officers/directors, organize annual meetings, maintain proper state and local registrations, contractor licenses, and business licenses. Advise on M&A transactions, due diligence, and integration efforts. Lead real estate and environmental remediation legal processes, including leases, property transactions, and capital projects. Monitor legislative, regulatory, and case law developments affecting the business. Support export compliance, trade compliance (FTM), and customs guidance. Serve as regional point of contact, provide support and mentorship to KSB entities in Canada and Mexico. Qualifications
Strategic Thinking: Anticipate risks and align solutions with business goals. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess legal risks and provide practical solutions. Cross-Functional Leadership and Collaboration: Partner across legal, finance, HR, procurement, and operations. Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing situations or urgent requests that may arise with little or no notice. Proven ability to manage complex legal and regulatory matters while collaborating effectively across global teams in a multicultural corporate environment. Must possess discretion and sensitivity when working with confidential information and safeguard such information appropriately. Collaboration & Influence: Build trust with executives and stakeholders. Risk Management Mindset: Balance legal compliance with commercial flexibility. Cultural Awareness: Navigate global, multi-jurisdictional environments effectively. Change Leadership: Drive harmonization and process improvement across entities. KSB Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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Draft, negotiate, and harmonize contracts (sales, purchase, service, frame/master agreements). Maintain central storage and access rights for negotiated terms by customer name. Manage outside counsel, litigation (product liability, mass tort/asbestos), and reporting to Group Legal. Oversee governance activities: track changes to officers/directors, organize annual meetings, maintain proper state and local registrations, contractor licenses, and business licenses. Advise on M&A transactions, due diligence, and integration efforts. Lead real estate and environmental remediation legal processes, including leases, property transactions, and capital projects. Monitor legislative, regulatory, and case law developments affecting the business. Support export compliance, trade compliance (FTM), and customs guidance. Serve as regional point of contact, provide support and mentorship to KSB entities in Canada and Mexico. Qualifications
Strategic Thinking: Anticipate risks and align solutions with business goals. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess legal risks and provide practical solutions. Cross-Functional Leadership and Collaboration: Partner across legal, finance, HR, procurement, and operations. Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing situations or urgent requests that may arise with little or no notice. Proven ability to manage complex legal and regulatory matters while collaborating effectively across global teams in a multicultural corporate environment. Must possess discretion and sensitivity when working with confidential information and safeguard such information appropriately. Collaboration & Influence: Build trust with executives and stakeholders. Risk Management Mindset: Balance legal compliance with commercial flexibility. Cultural Awareness: Navigate global, multi-jurisdictional environments effectively. Change Leadership: Drive harmonization and process improvement across entities. KSB Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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