ATSG ASSOCIATE GENERAL COUNSEL COMMERCIAL M&A

Air Transport Services Group,Inc.
United States, Ohio, Wilmington
Sep 12, 2025
Description Associate General Counsel - Commercial & M&A Location: Wilmington, Ohio (Hybrid - up to 4 remote days/month) Reports to: Deputy General Counsel ATSG is seeking a sharp, business-minded Associate General Counsel - Commercial & M&A to lead legal support for high-impact commercial transactions, strategic growth initiatives, and procurement. This is a rare opportunity to join a fast-growing, private equity-backed aviation company and play a key role in enabling expansion across global markets. You'll be the go-to legal partner for sales, business development, finance, and executive leadership-driving deals, shaping strategy, and helping scale a dynamic business. What You'll Do Lead negotiation and execution of complex commercial agreements, including: Aircraft leases and charter agreements Air transportation services contracts Customer and procurement agreements Joint ventures and M&A transactions Provide practical, business-oriented legal advice with minimal reliance on outside counsel Collaborate cross-functionally to support deal execution and growth initiatives Enhance contract lifecycle management and legal operations processes Manage outside counsel for transactional matters, ensuring cost-effective, high-quality outcomes Promote a culture of speed, transparency, and strategic alignment across the business What We're Looking For J.D. from an accredited law school; active bar membership 5+ years of legal experience, ideally with law firm training in commercial transactions and M&A Proven ability to work independently and handle complex deals with confidence Experience in a private equity-backed or high-growth company is a strong plus Exceptional judgment, communication, and stakeholder management skills A hands-on, team-oriented approach and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment Why ATSG? Strategic Role: You'll be a key player in shaping ATSG's growth trajectory Industry Impact: Work in aviation-a sector with global reach and complexity Leadership Access: Direct collaboration with senior executives and decision-makers Growth Environment: Private equity-backed with aggressive expansion plans Culture: Fast-moving, transparent, and business-focused legal team Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.