Associate General Counsel – Contracts

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Minnesota

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USD 150,000 - 190,000

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3 days ago

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Job summary

Emerson seeks a senior Contracts leader to oversee Contract Services across the Americas, drafting and negotiating complex agreements and guiding cross‑functional teams. You will manage staff, mentor teammates, and liaise with customers, government agencies, and Emerson stakeholders to close deals.

With 8+ years in contracts, a law degree, and US eligibility, you will drive policy-compliant negotiations, risk assessment, and strategic guidance for global accounts and major frame agreements.

Qualifications

8+ years of contracts-related experience.
Law degree and licensed to practice law in the US or Emerson applicable jurisdiction
Strong coaching and mentoring skills
Intermediate MS Office skills
Excellent oral and written English language skills
Excellent negotiation skills
Comprehensive knowledge of contract law and principles
Knowledge of commercial provisions such as warranty, liquidated damages/penalties, payment and freight terms, documentary credits, and bank guarantees/sureties
Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future
3+ years of supervisory experience preferred
Completion of IACCM Advanced Contract and Commercial Management (CCM) Practitioner preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the Contract Services function supporting all Business Units across the Americas World Area, primarily for English-language sales pursuits
Review, draft, and negotiate agreements and transaction documents independently in compliance with applicable policies and legal and ethical standards
Respond to customers’ RFPs/RFQs, vendor qualification documents, and contractual requests
Draft and negotiate contractual language reflecting the business interests and policies of the parties
Manage the Contract Services team and requests for all Business Units in the Americas World Area
Serve as Contracts Lead on complex international and multi-Business Unit project contracts
Lead complex frame agreements and act as Global Contracts Lead for Global Strategic Accounts
Develop and communicate creative solutions and mitigation strategies for key negotiations
Apply expert subject matter knowledge to manage staff activities and solve complex business and technical issues
Mentor, train, and support the development of Contracts Services personnel
Recruit direct staff members and assist with regional Contract Services recruitment
Advise during approval processes to support informed decisions and secure appropriate approvals
Interface with customers, legal team members, and Emerson stakeholders to close deals
Communicate directly and regularly with government agencies when needed
Analyze business, financial, and legal risks and advise English-speaking region management on policies and long-term goals
Research existing agreements and contractual programs and compile data for reports
Provide contract guidance to Sales, Project Management, and other stakeholders
Conduct legal research and provide independent legal advice and interpretation
Direct outside counsel on routine matters

Skills

Negotiation skills

Team leadership

Coaching skills

Communication skills

Legal research

Education

Law degree

US bar admission

IACCM CCM Practitioner

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Lead the Contract Services function supporting all Business Units across the Americas World Area, primarily for English-language sales pursuits
Review, draft, and negotiate agreements and transaction documents independently in compliance with applicable policies and legal and ethical standards
Respond to customers’ RFPs/RFQs, vendor qualification documents, and contractual requests
Draft and negotiate contractual language reflecting the business interests and policies of the parties
Manage the Contract Services team and requests for all Business Units in the Americas World Area
Serve as Contracts Lead on complex international and multi-Business Unit project contracts
Lead complex frame agreements and act as Global Contracts Lead for Global Strategic Accounts
Develop and communicate creative solutions and mitigation strategies for key negotiations
Apply expert subject matter knowledge to manage staff activities and solve complex business and technical issues
Mentor, train, and support the development of Contracts Services personnel
Recruit direct staff members and assist with regional Contract Services recruitment
Advise during approval processes to support informed decisions and secure appropriate approvals
Interface with customers, legal team members, and Emerson stakeholders to close deals
Communicate directly and regularly with government agencies when needed
Analyze business, financial, and legal risks and advise English-speaking region management on policies and long-term goals
Research existing agreements and contractual programs and compile data for reports
Provide contract guidance to Sales, Project Management, and other stakeholders
Conduct legal research and provide independent legal advice and interpretation
Direct outside counsel on routine matters

Requirements

8+ years of work experience in a contracts-related role
Law Degree and licensed to practice law in the US or Emerson applicable jurisdiction
Strong coaching and mentoring skills
Intermediate MS Office skills
Excellent oral and written English language skills
Excellent negotiation skills
Comprehensive knowledge of contract law and principles
Knowledge of commercial provisions such as warranty, liquidated damages/penalties, payment and freight terms, documentary credits, and bank guarantees/sureties
Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future
3+ years of supervisory experience preferred
Completion of IACCM Advanced Contract and Commercial Management (CCM) Practitioner preferred

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in contract law and negotiation, with a strong ability to lead and mentor a team in managing complex agreements across multiple business units. Proficient in analyzing legal risks and providing strategic guidance to stakeholders while ensuring compliance with applicable policies.

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