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QTS Data Centers · 2 months ago

Associate General Counsel, Director - Development

Overland Park, KS

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

6+ years exp

QTS Data Centers is a global digital infrastructure leader committed to connecting the world for good. The Associate General Counsel, Director - Development provides legal counsel for customer and vendor contract negotiations, oversees compliance with internal policies, and supports various business functions including construction and data security.

Cloud ComputingCloud InfrastructureData CenterWeb Hosting

Responsibilities

Responsibility for broad range of legal matters and general business matters based on the needs of the company

Negotiate and draft customer and vendor contracts

Negotiate and draft various business-related documents and agreements

Assist with a variety of business-related functions, including, loans, equity raises, acquisitions, construction, real estate, reporting and compliance, litigation, etc

Assist with information technology-related matters

Assist with compliance with various domestic and international privacy laws

Assist with the company’s data security program

Manage collections on customer accounts

Manage customer bankruptcy filings

Qualification

J.D.Contract negotiationReal estate lawCorporate lawERP systemsMicrosoft Office SuiteAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsNegotiation skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school with strong academic credentials

Six or more years of experience as a lawyer working in the areas of contract negotiation, real estate, lease negotiation, and/or corporate law

Hands-on, self-starter who is disciplined and detail-oriented with the ability to work independently as well as in a team setting that requires a highly accurate and timely work product

Excellent listening, written, verbal, organizational and interpersonal skills

Ability to learn ERP systems

Excels in a team-oriented work environment

Strong work ethic and accountability to deadlines

Ability to work in a fast-paced and evolving business environment

Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel), Box and DocuSign

Excellent analytical, time-management, judgment and decision-making skills

Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently

Must be able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality

Possess ambition and an optimistic attitude

Ability to manage competing priorities and demands on time

Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills