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Innovation Consulting

Associate General Counsel

Denver, CO · Hybrid

$185K - $343K/yr

Director, Associate General Counsel Type: Direct Hire Location: San Jose, CA (Hybrid) - Relocation required if not a commutable distance from San Jose Salary: $185K - $343K annually (DOE) About the ...

omnitrax

Corporate Counsel

Denver, CO

$158K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY The Associate General Counsel ensures rail and other transportation-related documents and agreements are prepared according to OmniTRAX policy. Assists General Counsel with ...

omnitrax

Corporate Counsel

Denver, CO · On-site

$158K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY The Associate General Counsel ensures rail and other transportation-related documents and agreements are prepared according to OmniTRAX policy. Assists General Counsel with ...

OmniTRAX

Corporate Counsel

Denver, CO · On-site

$158K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY The Associate General Counsel ensures rail and other transportation-related documents and agreements are prepared according to OmniTRAX policy. Assists General Counsel with ...

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate general counsel in Colorado is $153,816.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $113,000.00 and $199,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an associate general counsel do?

An Associate General Counsel is a senior lawyer within an organization's legal department who assists the General Counsel in providing legal advice and support to the company. Their responsibilities often include drafting and reviewing contracts, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing litigation, and advising on employment, intellectual property, and corporate matters. They may also supervise other attorneys or legal staff and work closely with different departments to minimize legal risks. The role requires strong legal expertise, communication skills, and the ability to handle complex legal issues efficiently.

What is the difference between Associate General Counsel vs Corporate Counsel?

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CredentialsJD degree, bar admission, legal experienceJD degree, bar admission, legal experience
Work EnvironmentIn-house legal department, often larger companiesIn-house legal team, corporate setting
Employer & IndustryCorporations, legal departmentsCorporations, legal departments
Search & ComparisonOften compared for seniority and scopeCommonly compared with Associate General Counsel for responsibilities

Associate General Counsel and Corporate Counsel both hold legal roles within companies, requiring similar credentials and working in in-house legal teams. The main difference lies in seniority and scope: Associate General Counsel typically has more responsibilities and may oversee multiple legal areas, whereas Corporate Counsel usually handles specific legal matters. Both roles are vital in corporate legal departments, with Associate General Counsel often serving as a step above Corporate Counsel in hierarchy.

What are some typical challenges faced by an associate general counsel in balancing legal risk with business objectives?

As an Associate General Counsel, one of the primary challenges is finding the right balance between minimizing legal risk and enabling the organization's business goals. You will often need to provide practical legal advice that supports innovation and growth while ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. This requires strong judgment, the ability to communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders, and a collaborative approach with business leaders. Successfully navigating these challenges can position you as a trusted advisor and open doors for further advancement within the legal or executive teams.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate general counsel, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate General Counsel, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, a state bar license, and strong expertise in legal research, analysis, and drafting. Familiarity with contract management systems, legal research tools like Westlaw or LexisNexis, and compliance software is typically required. Exceptional negotiation, problem-solving, and interpersonal communication skills help in managing risk and advising business leaders. These skills enable effective legal guidance, risk mitigation, and alignment of legal strategies with organizational goals.
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Infographic showing various Associate General Counsel job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 84% In-person, 8% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $153,816 per year, or $74 per hour.

Associate General Counsel

United Launch Alliance

Centennial, CO • On-site

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

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Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 72 rated aerospace companies

Job description

Requisition ID: 1691
Standard Weekly Hours: 40.00
Location: ULA - Denver
Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available
Travel Requirements: 10%
At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team.
Thanks for your interest in United Launch Alliance, the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company! Successfully launching more than 155 consecutive missions with 100% mission success doesn't happen by accident. It's a testament to the commitment and dedication of our team of rocket scientists and support employees combined with the systems and processes we use to pull them together. As a ULA employee, you'll have the opportunity to grow in your career while working in a team-oriented culture that combines technology, innovation, ingenuity and a commitment to the extraordinary. Whether you are in college just launching your career, or, have experience and want to come work with the best rocket team in the world, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world. Our team is excited to meet you!
Job Overview & Responsibilities
Summary Description:
  • The Associate General Counsel will be a transactional attorney who will have a strong background working with complex contracts and transactions in general and also have an area(s) of expertise such as complex commercial transactions, real estate, or technology transactions, data privacy, or information protection.
  • The Associate General Counsel will also be expected to advise clients, interpret laws, rulings and regulations, and analyze risk and probable outcomes based on legal precedents for a variety of organizations in the enterprise, as needed, including the government customer and commercial customer program and contract teams, supplier management, information technology and information security, engineering, production operations, launch operations, and facilities operations teams.
  • The Associate General Counsel will be expected to develop policies, practices, and guidelines concerning compliance with state, federal, and international laws and regulations related to information security and protection, and for negotiating, interpreting, and supporting relevant stakeholders in commercial transactions and contract negotiations.

This position is responsible for:
  • Advising ULA business teams on all facets of legal and compliance risk.
  • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements, including vendor contracts, licensing agreements, NDAs, service agreements, purchase agreements, leases, other real estate contracts, technology and data protection agreements, and software master services agreements.
  • Providing guidance on intellectual property, including data rights, licensing, patent and trademark, along with the ability to help shape legal and business strategy for the protection of intellectual property.
  • Advising internal stakeholders on compliance with data privacy, cybersecurity, and information security laws and frameworks (e.g., GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, ISO 27001, NIST, CMMC).
  • Supporting handling of facilities matters, including leasing, capital construction, environmental, health and safety compliance and liability and risk management issues for manufacturing and launch operation activities.
  • Collaborating with business, security and compliance teams to ensure contractual terms align with technical and operational practices.
  • Preparing and implementing corporate policies.
  • Providing advice and counsel on relevant U.S. Government and international laws.
  • Advising on general corporate compliance, regulatory, statutory, and legislative affairs and communications as may affect assigned programs or the company at large.
  • Conducting legal research, prepare memoranda, complete presentations and advise in-house clients on risk mitigation and other decision-making requirements.
  • Effectively managing and supervising outside legal counsel; form teaming arrangements with outside counsel to ensure effective representation and maximize outcomes.

Required Education
Bachelor
Required Years of Experience
Minimum of 10 years of related work experience
Basic Qualifications
  • Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
  • Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
  • Experience in transactional law, preferably in a corporate or commercial practice.
  • Ability to adapt and support new and complex legal matters in multiple legal disciplines.
  • Ability to be self-motivated and proactively identify legal issues and provide advisement to business clients using a solution-oriented approach.
  • Strong communications skills to interface and effectively communicate legal advice to internal clients and senior leadership with the ability to translate legal requirements into practical business guidance and explain legal concepts in plain language.
  • Ability to demonstrate leadership on key projects and provide direction to business and technical functional organizations.
  • Excellent judgment, attention to detail and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
  • Ability to develop business-oriented strategies and evaluate findings based on legal research that can be effectively communicated to business decision-makers.
  • A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively with both legal and non-legal stakeholders.
  • Strong understanding of contract law and experience with contract drafting and negotiating complex agreements.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Minimum of 5 years in-house or corporate law department experience.
  • Previous legal experience in an in-house counsel role.
  • Previous experience working in the aerospace and defense industry.
  • Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and related statutes.
  • Working knowledge of US Government prime contracts and corresponding subcontracts.
  • Comfort working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience in data privacy, cybersecurity, or technology law, preferably in-house or at a firm with a strong tech practice.
  • Understanding of global privacy regulations and security standards.
  • Admission to the Colorado Bar or the ability to obtain admission is preferred.

Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denver only): $165,592.00 - $275,986.00
Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to base pay.
What makes ULA different?
Because we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, engagement and professional development for employees at all levels.
We offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including:
  • 401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution
  • Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
  • Generous paid time off
  • Flexible work environments

Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a "9/80 schedule," meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.
Benefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Security Clearance / International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information).
ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program. Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below. E-Verify Participation poster (English / Spanish) and Right to Work Poster (English / Spanish).
Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process. A hired candidate may opt out of this process by notifying the hiring manager in writing at the time the offer is accepted

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