Global Technology Legal Director & Associate General Counsel

Min 8 yrs required

Full-time

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H1 Heading: Join 3M and Make a Global Impact as a Technology Legal Director

H2 Headings:
- The Role of a Technology Legal Director at 3M
- Qualifications for Success in this Role

Bold Headlines:
- Join a Diverse and Innovative Team at 3M
- Impact 3M's Global Technology Initiatives as a Legal Director
- Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams and Provide Strategic Counsel
- Stay Ahead of Emerging Legal Trends in Technology
- Manage Disputes and Conduct Legal Research for Technology Projects
- Develop and Deliver Training Programs for 3M Employees
- Work Your Way: Choose Remote, On-Site, or Hybrid Work
- Support Your Well-being with 3M's Programs
- Chat with Max: Your Virtual Recruiting Assistant
- Competitive Compensation and Benefits Offered at 3M

Job Summary:

3M is seeking a Global Technology Legal Director & Associate General Counsel to join our team. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to collaborate with innovative 3Mers around the world and make a global impact. As the Technology Counsel, you will primarily support and counsel the IT and Legal Affairs organizations on technology-related matters and initiatives. This role requires a and at least 8 years of experience in technology law. Fluency in German and experience with mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures are preferred qualifications. This role is work your way eligible, with up to 20% domestic travel and relocation assistance not authorized.

Role Responsibilities:

- Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of technology contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
- Advise on data privacy and security issues for technology contracts and related matters
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders and teams to assess legal risks and provide strategic counsel on technology initiatives
- Stay abreast of 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 key stakeholders and external counsel when necessary
- Conduct legal research and analysis to support decision-making on technology-related projects
- Develop and deliver training programs to educate 3Mers 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:

- from an accredited law school
- Active bar membership preferred
- At least 8 years of experience in technology law in a private, public, government, or military environment
- 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 environment
- Fluency in German preferred
- Experience with mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures preferred
- Understanding of and experience advising clients in a diversified business environment
- Demonstrated ability to balance business needs, compliance obligations, and reputational risks in an objective, practical way
- Reputation for integrity and ability to balance business partnership with independent judgment

Work Location and Type:

This role is work your way eligible, giving employees the choice to work remotely, on-site, or in a hybrid setting. Up to 20% domestic travel may be required.

Supporting Your Well-being:

At 3M, we value our employees' well-being and offer a variety of programs to support physical and financial health. We regularly benchmark our compensation and benefits with other comparable companies to ensure competitiveness.

Join 3M and Make an Impact:

Join a diverse and innovative team at 3M and make a global impact as a Technology Legal Director. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, stay ahead of emerging legal trends, and support 3M's technology initiatives. Choose your preferred work location and enjoy competitive compensation and benefits. Chat with Max, our virtual recruiting assistant, for more information on 3M and our current job openings.

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

German (preferred)

Negotiation, Contract Drafting, Legal Research, Communication, Interpersonal, Project Management, Risk Management, Business Partnership, Judgment, Integrity

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

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Qualification and Experience Juris Doctor degree

Legal