Contracting Counsel Manager

Job summary

This role involves providing legal, commercial, and contracting support within a corporate growth functions team, focusing on technology and services transactions. The position requires advising on legal and commercial risks while collaborating with business stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree with authorization to practice in at least one jurisdiction.
• At least 4 years of transactional legal experience, preferably in technology, consulting, or outsourcing sectors.
• Experience in negotiating intellectual property and data privacy issues.
• Strong drafting and negotiation capabilities.
• Ability to independently manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills with strong business judgment.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate various commercial and technology agreements, including master services agreements and SaaS contracts.
• Support contract transactions related to digital and cloud technologies.
• Advise internal stakeholders on legal and contractual risks.
• Structure and negotiate deals to align legal risks with business objectives.
• Collaborate with senior legal professionals on complex matters.

Skills

• Strong judgment and negotiation skills.
• Ability to translate legal risks into practical business guidance.

Education

• Law degree (JD or equivalent) and relevant legal practice authorization.

Tools

• Familiarity with legal and contract management tools is beneficial.