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QTS Data Centers · 3 weeks ago

Associate General Counsel, Director - Hyperscale Sales

United States

Full-time

Remote

Director/Executive

$172K/yr - $294K/yr

6+ years exp

QTS Data Centers is a global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world for good. They are seeking an Associate General Counsel, Director – Hyperscale Sales to provide strategic legal counsel on complex customer agreements and ensure compliance with internal policies while supporting high-value commercial transactions critical to the company's growth.

Cloud ComputingCloud InfrastructureData CenterWeb Hosting

Responsibilities

Lead legal support for hyperscale customer negotiations, including data center leases, build-to-suit agreements, colocation agreements, and related amendments and renewals

Partner closely with Sales, Finance, Development, Operations, and Executive leadership to structure and negotiate transactions that align with business objectives

Manage outside counsel effectively when specialized expertise or additional resources are required

Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts with customers, vendors, and strategic partners

Ensure compliance with internal contract policies, approval processes, and risk management standards

Support vendor contracting related to hyperscale developments and operations, as needed

Identify opportunities to improve contracting efficiency, consistency, and scalability through templates, playbooks, and process enhancements

Stay current on industry trends and legal issues impacting hyperscale data center transactions and technology-driven commercial agreements

Qualification

Contract negotiationReal estate lawCorporate lawJ.D. degreeMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunicationProblem-solving skillsTeam-orientedWork ethicTime management

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