Advise internal clients on disputes, enforcement and risk mitigation.
Support contract management function, driving consistent policies and processes in support of business objectives.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure legal compliance and support business objectives.
Develop and implement legal strategies to protect the company's interests and mitigate risks.
Requirements
6+ years of experience practicing law.
Law degree from an accredited law school
Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Strong leadership and management skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
Commitment to ethical conduct and professional integrity.
Acute business – capacity to learn business rapidly and become a business partner.
Ability to lead and influence at all levels.
Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written, including executive level presentation skills.
Self-confidence, with a strong sense of urgency and knowledge of how to overcome obstacles to get things done in a timely fashion.
Experience in procurement, supply chain, or industrial/commercial environments.
Experience in drafting and negotiating complex services and IT agreements.
Experience in international or cross-border transactions.
Proven experience in managing a team of attorneys and legal professionals.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Benefits
Provide legal advice and guidance to the organization on a wide range of legal matters.
Provide strategic legal advice to internal stakeholders to support purchase, performance and enforcement of vendor obligations.
Draft and negotiate complex global agreements with vendors, including agreements for IT licenses, SaaS, consulting, outsourcing, HR, Marketing, R&D, Engineering, HSE and other purchased services.
Recognize and prioritize risk elements in contract negotiations and implement risk mitigation strategies
Interpret new laws and regulations and their impact on the business.
Provide coaching and development for junior lawyers.