• Associate General Counsel

    Pilot Company (Knoxville, TN)


    Company Description

    Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing.

     

    Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving.

     

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

     

    Military encouraged to apply.

    Job Description

    The purpose of this position is to address legal matters within specific departments and subject matter areas while maintaining close communication with colleagues to ensure an integrated, consistent approach to legal services.

    In this role you will:

    1. Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial agreements, including vendor agreements, service agreements, NDAs, licensing agreements, distribution/reseller agreements, and procurement contracts.

    2. Partner with procurement, sales, finance, operations, and product teams to structure and close business deals in a way that balances risk and value.

    3. Provide day-to-day legal advice on contract interpretation, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution related to commercial arrangements.

    4. Support ongoing improvement of contract templates, playbooks, and legal processes to improve efficiency and consistency.

    5. Identify and manage legal risks related to commercial transactions, ensuring alignment with corporate policies and strategic goals.

    6. Monitor legal and regulatory developments that may impact commercial activities and provide guidance to relevant stakeholders.

    7. Assist in developing and delivering training for internal teams on key legal and contract issues.

    8. Collaborate with other members of the legal team on cross-functional matters.

    Qualifications

    + JD Degree or Equivalent

    + Minimum 5 years' experience

    + Advanced knowledge of general business and contract law

    + Intermediate Microsoft Office skills

    + Strong negotiation, writing, and analytical skills.

    + Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, business-oriented environment.

    + High integrity, sound judgment, and strong communication skills.

    Additional Information

    • Nation-wide Medical Plan/Dental/Vision

    • 401(k) Flexible Spending Accounts

    • Adoption Assistance

    • Tuition Reimbursement

    • Weekly Pay

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