Senior Corporate Counsel (Finance)

Min 5 yrs required

Full-time

No

QTS is looking for a Senior Corporate Counsel (Finance) to join our legal team. This position will be responsible for supporting the company's legal operations in a variety of matters, with a focus on general corporate matters, corporate governance, regulatory and compliance matters, insurance, vendor contract negotiations, and internal corporate policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will have a JD from an accredited US law school, admission to the Bar of a US state or the District of Columbia, and at least five years of legal experience in a general corporate transactional practice. Experience with project finance and/or asset-based lending is preferred.

Responsibilities:

- Overseeing general corporate legal matters
- Negotiating and drafting customer and vendor contracts as well as other transactional matters
- Assisting with legal and regulatory compliance
- Managing books and records
- Ensuring compliance with domestic and international privacy laws
- Managing the company's data security program
- Overseeing the company's insurance program and operations
- Handling a variety of other legal functions such as loans, joint ventures, acquisitions, construction, real estate, intellectual property protection, tax abatements, and litigation
- Managing collections on customer accounts
- Working with outside counsel, counterparties, insurers, and other third parties as needed

Requirements:

- JD from an accredited US law school with strong academic credentials
- Admission to the Bar of a US state or the District of Columbia
- 5+ years of legal experience in a general corporate transactional practice
- Experience with project finance and/or asset-based lending preferred

Skills and Abilities:

- Ability to work independently and in a team setting with a high level of accuracy and timeliness
- Agile and adaptable to change
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Enterprising and entrepreneurial mindset
- Proactive and able to take initiative
- Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills
- Ability to effectively manage complicated legal and business issues
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Box, Workday, and DocuSign
- Excellent analytical, time-management, and decision-making skills
- Ambitious and optimistic attitude
- Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities
- Strong work ethic and accountability to deadlines
- Ability to manage others, including outside counsel and service providers

Total Rewards:

- Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays and time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits
- Bonus eligibility

Equal Employment Opportunity:

QTS is committed to equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.

Accommodations for Individuals with Disabilities:

QTS is dedicated to working with individuals with disabilities and providing reasonable accommodations during the employment process. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability, please contact us at with the nature of your request and your contact information.

QTS is a unique and dynamic company that offers a challenging and rewarding environment for growth. As a Senior Corporate Counsel (Finance), you will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of legal matters and contribute to the success of the company. Join our team and be a part of a company that values diversity, equal employment opportunities, and the well-being of its employees. Apply now!

if you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to . if you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information

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