Vice President, Counsel - US Legal Team

2-5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Title: Vice President, Counsel - US Legal Team

Department: Legal

Location: Chicago / New York / Atlanta

Salary: $175,000 - $190,000 a year

Edelman, a global communications firm, is seeking a Vice President, Counsel to join their US Legal team. The ideal candidate will have knowledge in contracts, intellectual property, corporate and labor/employment and will play an important role in the team by serving as a primary point of contact for legal matters.

Responsibilities:

- Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts, such as professional services agreements, procurement and vendor supply agreements, confidentiality agreements, and licensing arrangements.
- Prepare corporate maintenance documents, including minutes, resolutions, powers of attorney, and more.
- Serve as a business partner to the team and collaborate with colleagues within the legal department.
- Work independently and manage projects with limited oversight.
- Identify substantive issues and provide alternative solutions.
- Possess strong analytical skills and a high level of accuracy in work.
- Communicate effectively with individuals at all levels, both internally and externally.

Qualifications:

- Law degree and admission to state bar.
- 2-5 years of in-house corporate/commercial or law firm experience.
- Knowledge and experience in contracts, intellectual property, corporate and labor/employment.
- Ability to work independently and manage projects with limited oversight.
- High attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to learn quickly.
- Highly efficient and able to handle a large volume of work.

Edelman offers a competitive compensation package for employees, which includes a salary range of $175,000 - $190,000 a year. Factors considered for an employee's pay position within the range include education, qualifications, experience, skills, seniority, and business needs. Other benefits may include annual bonuses, Paid Time Off, and region-specific benefits.

Not specified

Annual bonuses, Paid Time Off policy, region-specific benefits

Not specified

Contract drafting, negotiation, legal research, problem solving, communication

Law degree

Interested candidates can apply through the Edelman website or through a job search website.

Qualification and Experience Law degree, admission to state bar

Legal