Deputy General Counsel

A globally recognized mining company at the forefront of nuclear energy and rare earth mining is seeking an experienced Deputy General Counsel to join its legal team during a period of rapid growth and innovation.

In this role you will:

• Advise on state/federal regulatory and environmental compliance
• Negotiate and draft key agreements and applications
• Oversee legal matters for U.S. facilities and operations
• Mitigate legal risks and partner with leadership on decision-making
• Required Qualifications:
  • Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
  • Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. state
  • 20+ years legal experience 
  • Background in transactional law, commercial agreements, and mergers & acquisitions
  • Excellent communication and presentation abilities
  • Decisive negotiation and decision-making skills
  • Entrepreneurial outlook focused on opportunities rather than risk avoidance

This global mining leader provides an exciting opportunity to use your technical background and passion for the energy transition to make a significant impact. With the right experience, you will have a clear path to promotion to GC/CLO within 2-5 years.

Join a collaborative legal team at the intersection of business, law, and cutting-edge mining. Help develop policies and strategies that allow sustainable growth and best-in-class governance.