Corporate - Contract Law Attorney in Chicago, IL

In-House

Chicago, IL

Corporate - Contract Law Attorney in Chicago, IL

Attorney

Min 5 yrs required

No

Job Title
Legal Counsel, Product Verticals

Job Responsibilities
- Support the development of legal strategies for renegotiating key technology partnership agreements.
- Partner with senior counsel to draft and negotiate complex legal documentation, including significant modifications to existing agreements and new partnership templates.
- Collaborate on developing legal strategies that balance business objectives with risk mitigation.
- Advise business leaders by preparing and analyzing issues lists and providing consultation on legal alternatives.
- Collaborate on developing both short and long-range solutions to meet legal needs for assigned business groups.
- Build and maintain relationships with organization leaders and cross-functional collaborators.

Education and Experience Information
Basic Requirements:
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- 5+ years of relevant experience supporting legal activities for a company, including complex contracting and partner agreements.
- Experience in corporate law services across the spectrum from basic legal documentation to complex agreements.
- Experience with business partnership and licensing agreements.
- Experience working with public companies and knowledge of relevant compliance requirements.

Preferred Requirements:
- Experience in software licensing and technology integration partnerships.
- Experience in one or more verticals: real estate, health and life sciences, financial services.
- Strong business sense with the ability to translate complex legal concepts for business partners.
- Proven track record in managing multiple high-priority projects simultaneously.
- Excellence in drafting and negotiating complex agreements.
- Strong analytical and research skills.
- Strong cross-functional communication and relationship-building skills.
- Experience in contract maintenance and renewal strategies.
- Understanding of association market dynamics and partnership structures.
- Demonstrated interest in technology law and startup environments.
- Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Salary Information
The pay for this position is based on several factors including geographic location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Based on applicable legislation, the pay ranges are as follows:
- California: $141, - $227, base salary
- Illinois and Colorado: $137, - $193, base salary
- Washington, New Jersey, and New York (including NYC metro area): $137, - $200, base salary
- Washington DC: $141, - $200, base salary

This role is also eligible for the following:
- Bonus: Non-Sales roles are eligible for a company bonus plan, which is calculated as a percentage of eligible wages and dependent on company performance.

Global benefits provide options for the following:
- Paid Time Off: Earned time off, as well as paid company holidays based on region.
- Paid Parental Leave: Up to six months off with your child after birth, adoption, or foster care placement.
- Full Health Benefits Plans: Options for 100% employer-paid and minimum employee contribution health plans from day one of employment.
- Retirement Plans: Select retirement and pension programs with potential for employer contributions.
- Learning and Development: Options for coaching, online courses, and education reimbursements.
- Compassionate Care Leave: Paid time off following the loss of a loved one and other life-changing events.

Additional Information
- This position is an individual contributor role reporting to the Legal Director & Associate General Counsel, Product & Partnerships.
- The job designation is remote, meaning the employee is not required to be in or near an office frequently and works from a designated remote work location for the majority of the time.
- The company reserves the right to change a position's job designation depending on business needs and as permitted by local law.

Life at Company
The company is committed to building trust and making the world more agreeable for employees, customers, and the communities in which they live and work. The company ensures every team member has an equal opportunity to succeed, be heard, exchange ideas openly, build lasting relationships, and do the work of their life.

Accommodation
The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application procedures. If you need such an accommodation, or a religious accommodation, during the application process, please contact the company. If you experience any issues, concerns, or technical difficulties during the application process, please get in touch with the company's Talent organization for assistance.