General Counsel - AI

Summary:

The General Counsel’s primary objective is to advise the company about legal risk.  The General Counsel must be aware of all transactions the company is in engaged in, including those that are in their preliminary stages.  This will ensure limited risk exposure to the bottom line, personnel and the company’s public image.  Given the nature of Ahtna, Inc.’s business operations, the General Counsel is expected to be a subject matter expert on ANCSA, ANILCA, Corporate Governance, land protection and development, Alaska native hunting and fishing rights, customary and traditional hunting and fishing rights of Alaska Native peoples, government and nongovernment contracts, and employment law. 

The General Counsel may oversee Risk Management and Compliance teams.  The General Counsel will serve as a key member of Ahtna, Inc.’s Executive Team and will have additional job responsibilities in overseeing that organizational objectives are met.

The salary range for this position is $280,000-$340,000 per year.

This position comes with a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) plan with a 3% match, paid time off (PTO), company-paid holidays, and an annual performance bonus.

Please note this is an in-office position.

This position will be posted for 5 days or until filled.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (including but not limited to)

• Performs as the primary legal strategist for legal business matters to the AI President, AN Chief Executive Officer, the Board of Directors and Committees, and other executives within the organization
• Provides legal counsel to the company through members of senior management and the Board by providing business-oriented advice and partnering with all company organizations to drive and meet business objectives preparing documents to support same
• Acts as advisor to or coordinates on legal issues involving the organization’s government and regulatory compliance as well as risk management from the legal/business perspective
• Serves as the subject matter expert on ANCSA, ANILCA and corporate governance issues, and guides the organization on issues including Alaska native hunting and fishing rights, government and nongovernment contracts, employment law, and land and resource management
• Supports business development functions. Manages contract review and risk management team by providing guidance, negotiation strategy and leadership for all revenue generating contracts and other agreements
• Implements and enforces corporate compliance programs
• Represents Ahtna, Inc. and its subsidiaries in legal briefing and hearings or court appearances, as necessary
• Assists with formation of new companies, drafting company policies, providing position papers, and drafting/reviewing legal agreements
• Selects, develops, and evaluates the Legal, Compliance, Risk, and strategically selects, retains and manages cost-effective outside resources including outside legal counsel
• Manages department within budget while delivering solid, innovative, timely results
• Develop and deliver training on various issues
• Provides strategic oversight of the organization’s policy and procedure framework, ensuring alignment with legal, regulatory, and corporate governance requirements.
• Leads and advises the cross‑functional Policy/Procedure Committee, guiding the development, review, and revision of corporate procedures and ensuring consistent application across business units.
• Conducts legal and regulatory research to support policy updates, risk assessments, and compliance initiatives, ensuring that organizational practices reflect current standards.
• Oversees the planning and facilitation of governance meetings, including preparation of agendas, briefing materials, documentation, and technology to support effective decision‑making.
• Performs other duties as assigned

 

Supervision:  May supervise Legal, Risk, and Compliance staffs.

 

Minimum Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to the Alaska Bar Association.
• A minimum of ten (10) years of experience as a licensed attorney.
• A minimum of five (5) years of supervisory/management experience.
• Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANSCA), Alaska National Interests Lands and Conservation Act (ANILCA) and Alaska Native issues and concerns generally, including land and resource management, Alaska native hunting and fishing rights, shareholder relations, and corporate governance.
• Experience drafting and negotiating contracts.