Legal Counsel (Corporate and Commercial Transactions)

2-5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Target salary range AL, AZ, FL, GA, IL, LA, MN, NC, NJ, OH, RI, TX, WI: $97,600-$136,640

Bonus eligible

Company Overview:

Wolters Kluwer (WKL) is a global leader in professional information, software solutions, and services for the healthcare; tax and accounting; governance, risk and compliance; and legal and regulatory sectors. We help our customers make critical decisions every day by providing expert solutions that combine deep domain knowledge with specialized technology and services.

Wolters Kluwer reported 2019 annual revenues of billion. The group serves customers in over 180 countries, maintains operations in over 40 countries, and employs approximately 19,000 people worldwide. The company is headquartered in Alphen aan den Rijn, the Netherlands. Wolters Kluwer shares are listed on Euronext Amsterdam (WKL) and are included in the AEX and Euronext 100 indices.

Legal Counsel (Corporate and Commercial Transactions) - Full Time - Posted 4 Days Ago - R0037517


Job Title: Legal Counsel (Corporate and Commercial Transactions)
Company: Wolters Kluwer
Location: Hybrid role, must be able to attend meetings and/or conferences onsite as needed. Preferred office in Tampa, FL. Consideration for candidates near other Wolters Kluwer . offices.

Job Type: Full Time
Salary: Target salary range for CA, CT, CO, HI, NY, WA: $112,000-$156,650; for AL, AZ, FL, GA, IL, LA, MN, NC, NJ, OH, RI, TX, WI: $97,600-$136,640. Bonus eligible.

Job Requisition ID: R0037517
Posted On: Posted 4 Days Ago

Overview:
Wolters Kluwer (WKL) is a global leader in professional information, software solutions, and services for various industries, including healthcare, tax and accounting, governance, risk and compliance, and legal and regulatory sectors. With annual revenues of billion, operations in over 40 countries, and approximately 19,000 employees worldwide, Wolters Kluwer is dedicated to providing expert solutions that combine deep domain knowledge with specialized technology and services to help customers make critical decisions every day.

Job Description:
We are seeking a Legal Counsel to join our Corporate Performance and Environmental, Social, and Governance (CP & ESG) business unit. In this role, you will serve as the responsible attorney and provide legal advice and guidance on a wide range of commercial and contractual matters, specifically involving our TeamMate products and related services.

Responsibilities:
• Provide comprehensive legal counsel on corporate, commercial, privacy, and regulatory matters impacting CP & ESG and the TeamMate product.
• Structure, draft, negotiate, interpret, manage, and enforce all types of agreements, including customer agreements, vendor agreements, and partner, joint venture, and strategic alliance arrangements.
• Keep CP & ESG’s business representatives and Managing Legal Counsel informed of significant legal developments.
• Work cross-functionally with Global Law and Compliance Department (GCLD) team members as needed.
• Manage outside counsel effectively and in a cost-efficient manner.
• Drive consistency and standardization, foster knowledge sharing, and support technology to automate tasks.
• Develop a deep understanding of CP & ESG’s businesses, people, organization, markets, products, customers, competitors, and regulatory environment.
• Educate business teams about contract forms, including contract best practices, common clause objections, commercial and legal risks, and internal contract review and approval procedures.
• Support the GLCD’s M&A, regulatory, employment, and litigation teams with matters involving CP & ESG TeamMate.
• Perform other assigned tasks as designated by leadership.

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree and law degree (.) required.
• Must be admitted to practice law in the state where assigned office is located.
• 2-5 years of corporate/commercial legal experience, preferably with experience at both a law firm and in-house.
• Strong legal acumen, analytical skills, and intellect.
• General understanding of privacy laws and regulations (or willingness to learn).
• Excellent legal drafting and negotiating skills.
• Exceptional communication and change management skills.
• Unquestioned integrity and business ethics.
• Proactive, energetic, and enthusiastic approach to tasks.
• Ability to handle a substantial workload, including multiple, concurrent projects.
• Experience and confidence to push for change and challenge the status quo.
• Willingness to travel when necessary.
• Poise and strong interpersonal skills.
• Decisive and calm under pressure.
• Works well in a global and cross-functional team.

Compensation:
• Salary: Target salary range for CA, CT, CO, HI, NY, WA: $112,000-$156,650; for AL, AZ, FL, GA, IL, LA, MN, NC, NJ, OH, RI, TX, WI: $97,600-$136,640.
• Bonus eligible.

How to Apply:
To apply for this position, please click "Apply" above and submit your resume and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Legal Counsel, Corporate Transactions, Commercial Transactions, Contract Drafting, Contract Negotiation, Legal Advice, Privacy Regulations, Legal Compliance, Risk Assessment, Intellectual Property, Due Diligence, Change Management, Communication, Legal Research, Time Management, Teamwork

Bachelor's degree and J.D. Law degree. Admitted to practice law in state of assigned office.

Apply through Wolters Kluwer website.

Qualification and Experience Bachelor's degree, J.D. Law degree, Admitted to practice law in state of assigned office

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