BUSINESS AFFAIRS COUNSEL

Location:

Job ID:

R0136032

Date Posted:

2026-08-13

Company Name:

HITACHI RAIL STS USA, INC.

Profession (Job Category):

Legal, Compliance & Audit

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

Yes

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Job Description:

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Business Affairs Counsel who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic.

The chosen candidate can work 100% remotely, but preference will be given to those who can be based in either Pittsburgh, PA, or Hagerstown MD. 

Accountabilities:

• The Legal Counsel will provide contractual and risk advice in the United States regarding business development, project procurement and formation, project execution, claims, and business compliance.
• This role includes taking primary responsibility for developing and negotiating contractual documentation and working with teams related to major infrastructure projects, liaising with corporate legal counsel and other departments in US, Canada and Europe.
• Provide legal support for our business.
• Development and negotiation of contract documentation for example: Teaming Agreements, JV Contract agreements, Project Head Agreements, Design-Build drop down terms, and key vendor terms.
• Liaise with corporate legal counsel to achieve concurrence with corporate practices. Participate in overseeing dispute litigation involving company operations. Maintain compliance with all relevant statutory legislation. Work with functional and team leaders to implement and communicate risk management tools. Direct and oversee risk and contractual aspects of Financial Close on projects. Provide legal and commercial support for contracts, tenders, procurement and construction. Provide advice in relation to bonds, warranties, guarantees and other financial securities.

Required Skills:

• Minimum of 8 years of law practice experience within the United States

Desired Skills:

• In-depth understanding of Common Law relating to construction/contracts and commercial transactions domestically and an awareness of international particularities.
• Holistic understanding of the construction business and experience reaching commercial settlements in disputes.
• Demonstrated success providing leading-edge advice on large infrastructure business development and execution.
• Proven expertise in solving problems and developing innovative strategies to succeed.
• Proactive client relationship management skills with various points of contact within the organization.
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills in complex and at times adversarial situations.
• Demonstrated ability to work with multiple internal and external parties on large scale projects and operations.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve results and drive to succeed. Ability to manage (plan/organize/prioritize) multiple tasks/priorities.
• A proven transaction leader with demonstrated ability to close deals.
• Highly effective language, communication and presentation skills.

Education:

Law Degree from an accredited institution or similar relevant education; membership in a Law Society

Language:

English Proficiency

Benefits:

Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.

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Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at  https://www.hitachirail.com/careers.

At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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