Contracts Counsel
2 weeks ago
Spencer Stuart is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
Location: Business Functions/Chicago
Full/Part Time: Full time
Req ID: R4082
This role will primarily focus on providing contracting support and counsel in connection with our client engagements. In addition to contracting support, this individual may also provide support on projects, including those related to contract management, contract templates, and related trainings and guides, as well as take on additional responsibilities on an "as-needed" basis.
Responsibilities
- Prepares and drafts, reviews, and negotiates a wide variety of commercial contracts (e.g., service agreements and confidentiality agreements) and supports assistant general counsel and/or associate general counsel in connection with client and/or third-party arrangements.
- Advises on commercial contracting requirements as well as legal contracting requirements (e.g., intellectual property rights, data privacy laws and requirements).
- Collaborates with team members to develop more effective and efficient ways to review and negotiate agreements or address new issues (e.g., master consulting agreements).
- Supports clients on contract-related issues in collaboration with or under the direction of other attorneys.
- Works with other members of the Department on projects in support of broader initiatives.
- Provides back up to attorneys on other contract-related responsibilities.
Key Competencies
- Adaptable, motivated, hardworking self-starter who works independently, effectively prioritizes workflow, drives to completion, is highly responsive, and consistently delivers high quality results across multiple assignments under tight timeframes.
- Demonstrated ability to draft, revise and negotiate contracts such as the ones noted above.
- Highly effective communicator who listens actively, conveys information clearly and succinctly in writing and verbally, and translates complex legal concepts into actionable advice.
- Ability to think critically to identify issues and to offer pragmatic, actionable solutions.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills, including responsiveness, clear and effective communication skills, and ability to form strong relationships with internal teams.
- Team player who pitches in, collaborates effectively within cross-functional teams, proactively builds collective knowledge and capabilities, and seeks continuous improvement.
- Excellent organizational skills and judgment.
- Willingness and ability to learn about new laws and concepts and internal policies, guidelines, and best practices.
Ideal Candidate:
Experience Required
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited school with excellent academic credentials.
- Currently admitted and in good standing with a state bar in any jurisdiction.
- 0-3+ years' experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts in a sophisticated environment.
- Procurement experience a plus.
Spencer Stuart is a proud equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to non-discrimination without regard to actual or perceived race, ethnicity, creed, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, immigration status, ancestry, age, marital status, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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