Global Technology Legal Director & Associate General Counsel

Min 8 yrs required

Full-time

No

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3M is seeking a Global Technology Legal Director and Associate General Counsel to join their team. In this role, you will primarily support and counsel the IT and Legal Affairs organizations on technology-related matters and initiatives. With a diverse global workforce and innovative products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious and creative individuals. This is a full-time, hybrid position with the option to work remotely or on-site.

- Job title: Global Technology Legal Director and Associate General Counsel
- Salary range: $215,577 - $263,483 (including base pay and variable incentive pay)
- Remote type: Hybrid
- Time type: Full-time
- Location: Work from home or on-site
- Job requisition ID: R01128220
- Experience: 8+ years of experience in technology law in private, public, government, or military environments
- Education: Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- Travel: Up to 20% domestic travel may be required
- Relocation assistance: Not available
- Eligibility: Must be legally authorized to work in the country without sponsorship for employment visa status

Responsibilities:

- Draft, review, and negotiate various technology contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Advise on data privacy and security issues related to technology contracts and matters.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess legal risks and provide strategic counsel on technology initiatives.
- Stay updated on emerging legal trends in technology and contribute to the development of company information policies and practices.
- Manage and resolve technology-related disputes, working closely with stakeholders and external counsel.
- Conduct legal research and analysis to support decision-making on technology projects.
- Assist in developing and delivering training programs on technology legal matters.
- Coordinate with the Sourcing organization and Sourcing counsels on strategic IT sourcing initiatives.
- Create and provide training on data protection playbooks, guidelines, and self-service tools.

Qualifications:

- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
- Active bar membership is preferred.
- 8+ years of experience in technology law.
- 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 in a fast-paced environment.
- 5+ years of experience negotiating complex global technology contracts.
- Fluency in German language is a plus.
- Experience with mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.
- Understanding of and experience in advising clients in a diversified business environment.
- Strong 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:

- Competitive pay and benefits.
- Work-life balance programs.
- Health and wellness programs.
- Retirement benefits.
- Employee choice to work remotely, on-site, or hybrid.
- Employee assistance programs.
- Employee discounts and perks.

About 3M:

3M is a global company with a diverse workforce, locations, technologies, and products. They value diversity and offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment where employees can make an impact and grow their careers. 3M is committed to supporting employee well-being through various programs and benefits. They also regularly benchmark their compensation and benefits with other comparable companies to ensure competitiveness. 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.

Join the 3M team and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse individuals around the world. Apply now for the Global Technology Legal Director and Associate General Counsel position.

Not specified

Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences, Retirement Benefits

German (preferred)

Drafting, Reviewing, Negotiating, Compliance, Data Privacy, Data Security, Risk Assessment, Strategic Counsel, Legal Research, Training, Communication, Interpersonal, Project Management, Negotiation, Multilingual, Mergers & Acquisitions, Legal Advice, Business Environment, Risk Management, Judgment, Integrity

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school (required)

Interested candidates can apply through the company's website or by contacting their virtual recruiting assistant, Max.

Qualification and Experience Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, active bar membership (preferred)

Legal