Corporate Counsel Attorney

Confidential; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits from day one

Coaching and development opportunities

Inclusive culture promoting work-life balance

Job summary

A leading corporation in Atlanta is seeking a Corporate Counsel to join their Global Legal team. You will provide timely advice on various legal areas including contract law and data protection. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience and possess strong negotiation skills. The role offers hybrid working arrangements and encourages career development within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years post-qualification legal experience, with a minimum of 2 years in-house.
• Ability to operate effectively in a matrix organization.
• Strong understanding of company and commercial law practices.

Responsibilities

• Act as the US legal resource for the company's products and services.
• Review and negotiate contracts, addressing related legal issues.
• Ensure legal compliance with US state and federal laws.

Skills

Contract and commercial law understanding

Excellent drafting and negotiation skills

Interpersonal and relationship-building skills

High attention to detail

Legal analysis skills

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

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Corporate Counsel, Americas (Atlanta, GA)

Are you ready to elevate your legal career? Our client is seeking a Commercial Lawyer to join their Global Legal team. Reporting to the General Counsel, you will provide timely and flexible guidance across various legal areas, including Contract/Commercial, IT/IP, and Data Protection.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a close-knit legal team advising on strategically important deals with stakeholders such as start-ups, blue chips, financial institutions, and well-known international companies. The environment is encouraging and collaborative, with a strong emphasis on career development, diversity, and inclusivity. Hybrid working arrangements are available.

Responsibilities:

• Act as the US legal resource for the company's products and services, providing high-quality, pragmatic advice to commercial teams, including engaging external counsel when necessary.
• Review and negotiate Terms & Conditions, MSAs, SaaS Agreements, RFPs, and other contracts, addressing related legal issues.
• Negotiate Data Protection agreements and support data privacy compliance projects.
• Ensure legal compliance with US state and federal laws, as well as international regulations.
• Handle litigation matters, including IP infringement and credit/collection issues.
• Assist with legal training and development, mentoring junior team members.
• Undertake ad hoc legal projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the US bar.
• At least 5 years post-qualification legal experience, with a minimum of 2 years in-house.
• Strong understanding of contract and commercial law, with excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a matrix organization and communicate across different levels.
• High attention to detail and strong legal analysis skills.
• Knowledge of company and commercial law practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Legal negotiation and drafting expertise.
• Strong technical legal knowledge and practical, business-focused advice.
• Exceptional planning, organizational, and communication skills.

What We Offer:

• A diverse, collaborative, and passionate global team.
• Comprehensive benefits from day one.
• Supportive environment with coaching and development opportunities.
• An inclusive culture that promotes work-life balance and flexibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer