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Corporate Attorney in Manhattan, NY

Cognizant Nov 11,2014 Location Manhattan NY
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In-House

Attorney

Corporate

Litigation - Whistleblower - CFTC

3-5 yrs required

Profile

Corporate Counsel The candidate will be based out of Teaneck, New Jersey and is part of a team of attorneys, which team reports to the General Counsel and is responsible for customer contracts. Will work closely with other legal team members as well as various business team members to draft, review and negotiate customer contracts, and provide day to day legal support relating to a variety of legal matters. Responsibilities: Drafting, reviewing and negotiating of customer contracts in a wide range of industries; Collaborate with various business functions in connection with driving deal negotiations; Post signing contract management, including amendments to existing contracts, business team support and counsel; Support of other legal team members on customer contracts, training sessions and related projects.

Qualification and Experience

The candidate should have J.D. degree from an accredited, top tier law school. Should have admission to a State Bar. Must have 3-5 years of law firm experience with a mid to large size law firm with a focus on general corporate law. An understanding of IT and IT sourcing contracts a plus. Should have strong knowledge of and experience with commercial contract terms and conditions with particular emphasis on the protection of intellectual property, confidentiality and minimizing liabilities and risks. Must have excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills, as well as a team player attitude; experience with cross cultural communication a plus. Ability to coordinate global discussions and programs and travel when needed.

Additional info

Job Number: 00013113431.

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