Advise on complex commercial transactions and help ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
Lead the drafting and negotiation of complex, high-value commercial agreements, including sales, procurement, licensing, technology, services, and M&A-related contracts.
Provide legal support for priority transactions and complex contracts, including engineering and construction agreements and large capital project workstreams.
Partner with legal teams and cross-functional stakeholders to align strategy, risk posture, and deal execution.
Identify potential compliance issues and coordinate with the compliance team to ensure appropriate review and resolution.
Develop and deliver practical training and guidance on commercial contracting best practices to mitigate risk and improve efficiency.
Enable contract operations by improving standards, templates, playbooks, and processes (including automation where appropriate), and training internal stakeholders and business partners.
Build scalable tools and repeatable processes that empower the business to manage appropriate contracting tasks with confidence.
Engage and manage outside counsel selectively on highly material matters, with clear scope and disciplined budget management.
Requirements
Juris Doctor from an accredited U.S. law school (preferred) or equivalent degree.
Fluency in English required; Spanish preferred.
Active admission to practice law in the applicable jurisdiction.
15–25+ years of legal experience, with demonstrated expertise in complex commercial contracting and negotiations.
Strong preference for a combination of in-house experience at a global company and private practice at an established law firm.
Must be able to travel 10% of the time and have experience working individually/remotely.