Senior Corporate Counsel (Corporate Law, Contracts & Governance)
Location:
Onsite
- Miamisburg, OH (greater Dayton) About Accelevation We build what the future runs on.
Accelevation designs, manufactures and installs the physical infrastructure that powers today's most advanced technologies. We've grown over 440% in the last 18 months because we take ownership, solve hard problems, and build with purpose. Join us to build the future. As we continue to grow, we are investing in the legal, operational, and governance infrastructure needed to support sustained expansion. We are seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel to help design, build, and scale our corporate legal function. Your Impact As Senior Corporate Counsel (Corporate Law, Contracts & Governance), you will play a foundational role in shaping Accelevation's corporate legal framework. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, you will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and business partners across the organization. You will build scalable legal policies, templates, and processes from the ground up while balancing legal risk with Accelevation's growth objectives in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment. Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities Advise and oversee a wide variety of corporate and commercial legal matters, including contracts, business practices, governance, and compliance. Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements, with particular emphasis on construction contracts, manufacturing agreements, and supply and vendor agreements Develop, implement, and maintain corporate policies, contract templates, and legal processes—often from scratch—to support a scaling enterprise Manage corporate governance matters, including entity management, compliance obligations, and board‑related support Serve as the Legal Department point person for mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic corporate transactions Advise internal stakeholders across the business on commercial, operational, and strategic legal issues Identify legal risks and provide pragmatic, business‑focused solutions aligned with company growth objectives Assist in the development and refinement of the Company's ESG initiatives Support the General Counsel in building, scaling, and strengthening the legal function as the organization expands Manage outside counsel as needed while maintaining an efficient, in‑house, business‑oriented legal approach Qualifications & Experience 5+ years of experience —specifically practicing corporate law—at a law firm and/or in an in‑house legal environment. Strong background overseeing corporate and commercial legal matters on an end‑to‑end basis Significant experience drafting and negotiating contracts, particularly in construction, manufacturing, and supply chain contexts Experience supporting or managing mergers and acquisitions Practical experience with corporate governance and policy development Proven ability to operate independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment A juris doctorate (J.D.) degree and active license to practice law (in good standing). The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is a true builder who thrives in high‑growth environments. It is an opportunity to create legal infrastructure where little may exist today and to leave a lasting impact as Accelevation continues to scale. Why Join Accelevation Competitive compensation Generous paid time off 401(k) retirement plan with company match Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Collaborative, high‑energy workplace Our Core Values Safety
- We proactively protect our people and environment Inclusion
- We respect and appreciate diverse perspectives and backgrounds Speed
- We move fast, act decisively, and stay agile Innovation
- We challenge assumptions and simplify processes Judgment
- We make sound decisions with the business in mind Accountability
- We take ownership and deliver results Work Authorization Accelevation LLC will only employ individuals legally authorized to work in the United States.
Sponsorship is not available for this position. Job Application Notice Accelevation LLC does not ask for payment or sensitive personal details, such as bank account or Social Security numbers, during the job application process. To ensure authenticity, apply directly at https://www.accelevation.com. Equal Opportunity Employer Accelevation LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our core values, and we are committed to building teams that celebrate diversity and foster a culture of respect. As part of our pre‑hire process, we may conduct a background check and use E‑Verify to confirm employment eligibility. No calls or agencies, please.
