Description:

Your responsibilities
The Senior Counsel will be responsible for providing commercial and contract advice to the various Business Segments. This position will report directly to A Multinational Conglomerate Company's General Counsel, Kasia Dygas. This individual will provide general commercial and contracts support, working with a team of 6 attorneys (in addition to the General Counsel). This is an exempt, full time position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Establishes negotiation objectives and schedules to support and meet business requirements
Prepares first quality negotiation documents that reflect an advanced knowledge of contract terms and conditions, legal requirements for compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and company's financial policies and strategies
Understand business requirements and the company's risk tolerance
Acts as the lead negotiator for the company and directs the involvement and contributions of the business
Uses highly qualified influencing skills to direct and control the negotiation schedule to meet established milestones for completion
Maintains business focus that balances the needs of the business for profitability with ensuring the contractual terms and conditions protect the company and minimize risk
Drives the negotiation to closure and reaches agreement with client on commercial, financial, and legal contractual issues
Executes and finalizes all documentation required for contract closure
Develops proactive tactics and documents (internal negotiation notes, formal responses) to execute those strategies and goals in a way that will maximize profitability
Assigns, coordinates, and follows-through on the involvement of all areas of the company in a timely manner to execute the plan, such as those required for a successful Deal Review call
Creates, organizes, communicates, and executes a negotiation plan to support the business requirements as they are defined and refined in a dynamic environment
Prepares business cases and executive summaries detailing the contract negotiation schedule, issues, and risks
Maintains open communication with contract management and business leadership to keep them advised of potential issues or risks throughout the contract development, negotiation, and conclusion
Provides creative solutions and ideas for resolution
Tracks accomplishments by using pertinent milestones and end goals
Understands the roles and accountabilities of all contract management employees to draw upon the abilities of others in executing a contract negotiation
Collaborates with team members to share learning and experience obtained in contract and commercial negotiations
Prepares and delivers trainings and tool kits for the business and helps to develop contracting processes
Strong computer skills and competency
Able to travel as needed

Your profile

Required Qualifications & Skills:

Education:

Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school
Active bar license in good standing with any US jurisdiction

Experience:

A minimum of 3+ years of contracts experience, experience with sale of goods contracts is required
Industry experience in the manufacturing / industrial area preferred.
Large Law Firm or In House experience, not required, but preferred.

Personal Attributes and Traits:

Self-motivated and ability to complete matters without extensive supervision
Sound business judgment, with the ability to recognize the business consequences of legal advice
Strong cross-cultural sensitivity: can work with differences in style and cultures, and adjust work and communication style accordingly
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Detail oriented with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Hands-on, active, roll up your sleeves style
Exceptional organizational skills, time management, and project management skills with the ability to prioritize, coordinate, and satisfy numerous competing demands
Demonstrated skills in client management and the ability to communicate effectively and develop strong working relationships with senior management and business colleagues
Flexibility and willingness to work on a broad range of legal matters
Professional attitude and strong personal ethics