Global Technology Legal Director & Associate General Counsel

Min 8 yrs required

Full-time

No

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Job Title: Global Technology Legal Director & Associate General Counsel

Salary: Competitive and based on experience

Experience: Minimum 8 years of experience in technology law in a private, public, government, or military environment.

Location: Work Your Way Eligible (Employee choice to work remote, on site, or hybrid)

Travel: Up to 20% domestic travel may be required.

Relocation Assistance: Not authorized.

Company: 3M

Department: Legal Affairs

H1: Join Our Team as a Global Technology Legal Director & Associate General Counsel at 3M

H2: Impactful Role at a Diverse and Innovative Company

Overview:

3M is a global company that values diversity, innovation, and collaboration. We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Global Technology Legal Director & Associate General Counsel to join our team. This position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse group of individuals, cutting-edge technologies, and products. At 3M, we value our employees and provide support and guidance for personal and professional growth.

Responsibilities:

As a Global Technology Legal Director & Associate General Counsel, you will primarily support and counsel the IT and Legal Affairs organizations on technology-related matters and initiatives. Your responsibilities will include:

- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of technology contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Providing advice on data privacy and security issues for technology contracts and related matters.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to assess legal risks and provide strategic counsel on technology initiatives.
- Staying updated on emerging legal trends in technology and contributing to the development of company information policies and practices.
- Managing and resolving technology-related disputes.
- Conducting legal research and analysis to support decision-making on technology-related projects.
- Assisting in the development and delivery of training programs to educate 3M employees on technology legal matters.
- Coordinating with the Sourcing organization and Sourcing counsels on strategic IT sourcing initiatives.
- Creating and providing training on data protection playbooks, guidelines, and self-service tools.

Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, you must have a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and at least 8 years of experience in technology law. Other qualifications that could help you succeed in this role include:

- Active bar membership.
- Strong negotiation and drafting skills with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to provide practical legal advice and manage multiple projects efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced business environment.
- Fluency in German language.
- Experience with mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.
- Understanding of and experience in advising clients in a diversified business environment.
- Developed judgment, legal risk management skills, and ability to balance business needs, compliance obligations, and reputational risks.
- Reputation for integrity and ability to balance business partnership with independent judgment.

Benefits:

At 3M, we value the well-being of our employees and offer various programs to support their physical and financial health. We also regularly benchmark our salary and benefits packages to ensure competitiveness. Additionally, we have a virtual recruiting assistant, Max, who can assist you with job searches and provide more information about 3M.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

3M is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Your application will not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history.

Join 3M:

If you are a highly skilled and experienced technology law professional looking for a diverse and innovative company to grow your career, 3M is the place for you. Apply now and be a part of our global team!

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German (preferred)

Negotiation, Drafting, Communication, Interpersonal, Legal Risk Management, Project Management, German Language Fluency, Integrity

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

Interested candidates should submit their application through the company's website.

Qualification and Experience Juris Doctor degree, active bar membership (preferred)

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