Hire Counsel · 19 hours ago
Experienced In-House Commercial Counsel: Commercial Agreements, IT and Other Contracts, Data Privacy and Governance, et al.
Greater Chicago Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$160K/yr - $224K/yr
6+ years expHire Counsel is working with a leading global manufacturer of hydrogen and nitrogen products for clean energy and industrial applications. The company seeks an experienced commercial attorney responsible for drafting and negotiating IT-related contracts and providing legal guidance on various commercial matters, including data privacy and procurement.
ConsultingGovernmentInformation TechnologyLegal
Hiring Manager
Donna A.
Responsibilities
Providing support for IT procurement negotiating information technology contracts
Providing legal advice to the manufacturing and procurement teams on a wide range of contracts and site-specific legal issues involving plants and distribution facilities in the US, Cananda, and the UK
Providing legal advice to the UK business (in coordination with local counsel) on a wide range of legal issues, as well as drafting and negotiating contracts and assisting with litigation
Providing legal advice on data privacy matters and developing and maintaining policies for data privacy and compliance with GDPR requirements
Providing support across a range of other areas, including, for example, human resources related matters, EHS matters, and real estate matters; developing, reviewing, and revising company policies; conducting training where necessary; assisting with ongoing litigation; and handling various other legal matters as the needs of the business dictate
Supervising outside counsel where appropriate to ensure quality, value, and budget discipline
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor degree with strong academic credentials
Minimum of at least six (6+) years of related legal experience at a prominent law firm and/or corporation or other prominent firm
Strong foundation in commercial law; solid experience negotiating and drafting contracts; expertise in contract law matters; solid experience in general corporate law
Business-oriented approach to problem solving, tempered by an appreciation for legal complexity and risk
Superior legal and analytical skills – excellent judgment and initiative in selecting the most effective solutions
Strong negotiation skills; highly developed analytical and legal research skills; highly effective written and verbal communications skills; ability to communicate and relate to persons at all levels of the organization and within a team environment
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to stand firm on issues with business clients, when necessary
Collaborative nature
Developed sense of judgment; risk management skills; and the ability to balance business needs, regulatory obligations, and reputational risks in an objective, practical way
Demonstrated ability both to grasp the 'big picture' and attend to details
Excellent follow-through skills; and dedication to responsive internal client service
Ability to work under pressure; prioritize and manage workload; manage simultaneous tasks; and meet deadlines in a changing, fast-paced environment
Benefits
Two medical plan options
A health savings plan with a company contribution and a match
Dental and vision benefits
A well-being incentive program
A 401(k) plan allowing the potential for a 10% and 13% employer match
Life and disability insurance
PTO
Several flexible work arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance
Company
Hire Counsel
Hire Counsel is a leading innovative services provider to law firms, corporations and government agencies for today’s new legal economy
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2026-01-15Acquired
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