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Corporate Counsel

Atlas Air
$191,000-$258,000
vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k)
United States, New York, White Plains
Apr 24, 2026
Join Atlas Air Worldwide. Move the World with Us! At Atlas Air Worldwide, we're not just an airline, we're a global engine powering cargo, passenger, and leasing operations across more than 70 countries. As a leader in outsourced aviation logistics, we're built on a foundation of safety, service excellence, integrity, innovation, teamwork, and responsibility. With over 30 years of history, a modern all-Boeing fleet, and nearly 5,000 teammates collaborating across operations, technical, and corporate functions, we're driven by purpose. If you're ready to grow, innovate, and help us deliver excellence every single day, you belong here. Position Summary: We are seeking an experienced corporate attorney to support a broad range of commercial and corporate matters partnering closely with the internal business team to provide practical business-oriented advice in fast paced and dynamic business environment. Major Job Accountabilities: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including: Customer charter agreements Strategic sourcing and vendor agreements Aircraft-related services and MRO support contracts Facilities and airport leasing contracts Ground handling, fueling, catering, and logistics contracts Develop and maintain contract templates and playbooks to streamline procurement processes Advise procurement teams on risk allocation, contract strategy, and supplier disputes Provide assistance on key corporate transactions including JVs and acquisition Develop and maintain contract templates and playbooks to streamline procurement processes Advise procurement teams on risk allocation, contract strategy, and supplier disputes Lead legal support for IT related agreements Provide advice on cybersecurity data, protection and data processing Provide support on general corporate and legal matters including day-to-day legal counsel on general corporate matters across business units Support governance, policy development, and internal compliance initiatives Assist with managing corporate branches Assist with dispute resolution, claims, and pre-litigation matters Collaborate with external counsel as needed Work closely with procurement, finance, operations, compliance, and executive leadership Translate legal risks into clear, actionable business guidance Contribute to continuous improvement of legal processes and contract lifecycle management Qualifications: JD Degree 3 to 10 years of relevant legal experience (law firm or in house) New York bar admission Must be well suited for a fast pace entrepreneurial environment Ability to lead and interact with the senior levels of the organization Comfortable in rolling sleeves in a lean environment Strong team, interpersonal and communication skills High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail Why Join Us Opportunity to work at scale in a global, operationally complex industry High visibility across key business functions Collaborative, pragmatic legal team environment The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to afford equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, place of birth, age, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable in accordance with federal, state and local laws. If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law document by clicking "EEO Is The Law" . To view our Pay Transparency Statement, please click here: Pay Transparency Statement Competitive compensation will be offered based on a variety of factors, including a candidate's experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity and other factors. In addition, a range of benefits to include medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, as well as generous paid time off, and 401K contributions are offered as a part of the total compensation package. Pay Range $191,000 — $258,000 USD AtAtlas Air Worldwide, we believe in the power of people, the promise of innovation, and the responsibility we hold to each other, to our customers, and to the planet. Join us and be part of a team that lifts more than cargo; we lift ambition.