Associate General Counsel

About Mesabi Metallics

When you join the team at Mesabi Metallics, you become part of a pioneering group advancing sustainable mining practices and driving innovation in the iron ore industry. Our commitment extends to providing a safe work environment, supporting environmental stewardship and generating value for all stakeholders. You will be joining us at a pivotal moment in Minnesota’s mining history: Mesabi Metallics’ cutting-edge iron ore mining and pelletization project is currently under construction. Once completed, it will mark the first new mine and pellet plant in Minnesota in nearly 50 years.

More importantly, you'll be immersed in a positive, supportive work environment that values your contributions and fosters your professional growth. Our culture is shaped by our core values which are sustainability, integrity, inclusivity, innovation, teamwork, determination and performance, and our employees are empowered to make a difference every day.

At Mesabi Metallics, you are part of a legacy of excellence, playing a key role in shaping the future of global infrastructure and industry.

Position Summary

Mesabi Metallics is seeking an experienced and driven Associate General Counsel to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of legal experience, with a strong background in contract review, regulatory compliance, real estate, and financing transactions. This individual will play a critical role in supporting our legal operations across construction, permitting, commercial transactions, financing, and long-term development strategies.

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts including financing agreements, vendor and supply chain contracts (including procurement and offtake agreements), equipment leases, construction contracts, and consulting agreements, ensuring alignment with company objectives and risk mitigation strategies.
• Provide support on financing initiatives, including structuring complex transactions for project funding, capital raises, and debt refinancing; conducting thorough due diligence with financial partners; reviewing and monitoring compliance with financing documentation; and coordinating with investment banks, lenders, and external counsel to facilitate timely closings and compliance.
• Develop and implement risk management frameworks, including identifying, assessing, and mitigating legal risks across operations, environmental matters, supply chain, HSE, and insurance, indemnity provisions, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
• Monitor regulator compliance and implement systems to oversee permitting processes collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Acquisition, renewal, and compliance of environmental permits, including air, water, and mining permits, ensuring adherence to state, and federal environmental regulations, and coordinating with regulatory agencies to address permitting requirements.
• Advise internal stakeholders, including operations, procurement, finance, logistics, and executive leadership, on contract-related risks, financing implications, and overall compliance matters, fostering a proactive approach to legal risk avoidance and resolution.
• Manage relationships with external counsel and advisors for litigation matters.

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant legal experience.
• Proven experience in contract review, negotiation, and corporate compliance.
• High level of initiative, sound judgment, and business acumen.
• Preferred: Experience with financing, construction, energy, infrastructure, or heavy industry sectors.

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Admitted to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction; Minnesota license preferred.

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• $165,000 - $175,000.

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage with an HSA option.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with 6% company match.
• Lincoln STD, LTD, & Life Insurance: Coverage provided by Mesabi Metallics.
• Paid Time Off (PTO):
  • 0-5 Years: 120 hours per year.
  • 5-10 Years: 160 hours per year.
  • 10+ Years: 200 hours per year.
  • Plus 9 paid holiday and 2 floating holidays.