Description:
Job Description:At International SOS, we are in the business of protecting and saving lives. For 40 years, we have delivered customised security risk management, health, and wellbeing solutions to organisations worldwide. With a presence in 90 countries and a team of nearly 13,000 experts, we provide 24/7 support to help organisations fulfil their Duty of Care responsibilities.
Now, we're looking for talented individuals to join our team and make a difference.
Launch Your In-House Legal Career with a Global Industry Leader::
Are you a licensed attorney looking to build a career at the intersection of commercial law, compliance, business operations, and strategic partnerships?
International SOS is seeking a talented and commercially minded Corporate Counsel to join our Americas Legal team. This is an outstanding opportunity for an early-career attorney to gain broad exposure to complex commercial transactions, contract negotiations, privacy and compliance matters, corporate governance, and business operations while partnering closely with leaders across the organization.
As part of a global legal team, you will play a key role in supporting our Subscription Services business throughout the Americas and helping drive business success while managing legal and regulatory risk.
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About the role:
In this dynamic, business-facing legal position, you will provide practical legal guidance and commercial support across a broad range of matters, including client contracts, vendor agreements, strategic partnerships, compliance reviews, marketing initiatives, and operational projects.
You will collaborate with colleagues across Legal, Commercial Services, Sales, Finance, Quality, Marketing, and Operations while working alongside global legal experts on complex matters affecting the region.
What You'll Do:
Commercial Contracts & Transactions
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including customer contracts, vendor agreements, NDAs, and independent contractor agreements.
- Support complex commercial transactions and strategic business initiatives.
- Review commercial terms related to RFPs, tenders, and client proposals.
- Provide guidance on contract escalations and support internal contract management teams.
Business Partnership & Legal Advisory
- Serve as a trusted legal advisor to business leaders and internal stakeholders.
- Support strategic partnerships and commercial initiatives.
- Provide practical guidance on contractual, regulatory, privacy, and compliance matters.
- Help identify, assess, and mitigate commercial and legal risks.
Compliance & Risk Management
- Support responses to client compliance questionnaires and risk assessments.
- Participate in internal and external audits.
- Assist with the development and implementation of legal policies, procedures, and controls.
- Conduct due diligence activities and support business integrations when necessary.
Marketing & Operational Support
- Review marketing materials, campaigns, and promotional agreements.
- Draft and review client-facing and internal communications.
- Support corporate governance and legal record-keeping activities.
- Assist with collections matters, enforcement actions, and cease-and-desist correspondence when needed.
Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
- Partner with legal colleagues globally on complex legal and compliance issues.
- Deliver training and guidance to internal stakeholders.
- Support quality audits and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.
- Participate in regional and global business projects
What are we looking for:
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Active license to practice law in the United States.
- 1-3 years of experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal department.
Skills & Experience:
- Strong contract drafting, review, and negotiation skills.
- Demonstrated business and commercial acumen.
- Ability to balance legal risk with practical business solutions.
- Knowledge of commercial contracting, compliance, and regulatory matters.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Comfortable working independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
Personal Attributes:
We're looking for someone who:
- Builds strong relationships and partnerships across diverse teams.
- Communicates clearly and confidently with stakeholders at all levels.
- Takes initiative and enjoys solving complex business challenges.
- Performs effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Demonstrates sound judgment, professionalism, and adaptability.
- Thrives in a collaborative, global organization.
