Attorney

Build Your Career. Build America's Future.
Vulcan Materials Company is the nation's largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it's more than starting an exciting career - you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country.

When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time.

We're Coming Back Together To Be Together 100% In Office
At Vulcan Materials, we believe that the heart of our success lies in the strength of our engagement, our connection, and our commitment to developing our people. We are excited to restore the collaborative in-person environment that fuels our innovation and growth. This move is not just about being physically present; it's about reigniting the spirit that comes from face-to-face interactions, fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture where every voice is heard and everyone thrives.

About the Job:

The Attorney is responsible for providing legal services and counsel with respect to a wide range of matters encompassing all facets of corporate law, including contracts, real estate leases and licenses, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory matters. The Attorney also oversees and manages external counsel, providing legal guidance to the Company's management and employees at all levels, from the corporate office to operational divisions. The Attorney will also support the Company's Procurement and IT function, offering advice on matters such as master service agreements, supply agreements, data privacy, data security, and other legal matters related to procurement and information technology.

What You'll Do:

• Provide strategic legal advice: Counsel and advise internal clients on a wide range of legal matters, including contract negotiation and drafting, intellectual property, data privacy, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, and mergers and acquisitions.
• Draft and negotiate agreements: Prepare and review a variety of complex agreements, including master supply agreements, service agreements, purchasing contracts, IT contracts, software licenses, cloud computing agreements, data processing agreements, and cybersecurity vendor contracts, as well as sales contracts, purchase orders, real estate agreements, and other commercial contracts.
• Manage IT and cybersecurity risks: Provide legal guidance on data privacy laws and regulations (e.g., CCPA, GDPR), cybersecurity incident response planning, and data breach notification protocols.
• Support division operations: Provide direct legal support to Vulcan's operational divisions, advising on legal matters related to production, sales, environmental compliance, land use, and community relations.
• Conduct legal research and analysis: Stay abreast of legal developments and industry best practices in IT, cybersecurity, and corporate law, as well as legal issues specific to the aggregates industry.
• Manage outside counsel: Supervise and collaborate with outside counsel on specialized legal matters, ensuring cost-effective and efficient representation.

Skills You'll Need:

Education: J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school with exceptional academic performance.

Experience:

• 5+ years experience as a practicing corporate attorney, including broad-based experience dealing with information technology, information services, data privacy, data security, and general corporate law matters, such as contracts, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, and related regulatory work.
• Highly skilled in oral and written communications and negotiations, with the ability to simply and clearly communicate complex ideas and concepts to multiple audiences.
• Must have the ability to thoroughly analyze legal and factual issues and arrive at sound conclusions.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to quickly develop trust and credibility due to interpersonal and listening skills.
• Effectively establishes and maintains highly effective working relationships with all levels of the organization and with outside parties.
• Ability to organize and manage a heavy and diverse workload, including multiple tasks, priorities, deadlines, and shifting client requirements.
• Approachable, with the ability to provide straightforward information and advice to internal clients, while maintaining the professionalism and respect required to provide legal guidance to employees at all levels.
• Self-managed, requiring minimal supervision to accomplish goals.

Critical Competencies:

Legal Expertise: Deep understanding of relevant legal and regulatory frameworks including IT, cybersecurity, and corporate law.

Strategic Thinking: Ability to provide proactive and strategic legal advice to support business objectives.

Risk Management: Proficiency in identifying, assessing, and mitigating legal risks related to IT, cybersecurity, and business operations.

Business Acumen: Understanding of business operations and the ability to provide practical legal solutions.

Communication and Collaboration: Effective communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing legal and business landscapes.

What You'll Like About Us:

Great Company Culture. Our people share a competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness, and communication.

Safe. The industry leader in health and safety standards. We are committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.

Meaningful Work. What sets us apart is the work we do impacts our daily lives - and every employee contributes. Our aggregates produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.

Health Benefits. Medical, Dental, and Vision programs, plus much more.

Rest and Relaxation. Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.

Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with company match and contribution.

Training and Development. We see our development programs and helping our employees meet their goals as a key part of our business.

Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.