Corporate Counsel, Commercial Contracts

LAZ Parking; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading parking management company is seeking a Corporate Counsel specializing in commercial contracts. The role involves drafting and negotiating a wide range of contracts, advising stakeholders on legal risks, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate holds a J.D. and has 2-4 years of relevant experience. This position is hybrid, based in Hartford, CT, offering a competitive salary between $100,000 and $110,000.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts.
• Strong knowledge of contract law and commercial terms.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts.
• Advise internal stakeholders on contract interpretation.
• Assist in developing standardized contract templates.
• Engage in negotiation efforts with clients and vendors.
• Ensure contracts comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Strong organizational and time management skills

Excellent analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Admission to the bar in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

Job description

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Base Pay Range

$100,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

LAZ Parking is one of the largest and fastest growing parking companies in the country. LAZ operates hundreds of thousands of parking spaces across the country. When it comes to parking, we’re the experts! We are also a PEOPLE FIRST company. Our mission is to “create opportunities for our employees and value for our clients”.

Location: Hybrid – Hartford, CT

The Spirit Of The Position

The Corporate Counsel, Commercial Contracts, reports to General Counsel and is a key member of the legal department, providing legal guidance on a wide range of transactions, with a primary focus on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating sales and vendor agreements. This role works closely with the sales, procurement, and other business teams to enable objectives while mitigating legal risk and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws.

Responsibilities

• Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts including:
  • Management/Lease/Operating/License agreements
  • Vendor/service provider contracts
  • Master service agreements (MSAs)
  • Statements of work (SOWs)
  • Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs)
• Legal advice: Advise internal stakeholders, including sales and procurement teams, on contract interpretation, legal risk, company policies, and negotiation strategy.
• Process improvement: Assist in developing and implementing standardized contract templates, playbooks, and processes to improve efficiency and consistency in commercial contracting.
• Negotiation support: Directly engage in and lead negotiation efforts with clients, vendors, and other third parties to finalize contract terms.
• Dispute resolution: Assist in resolving contractual disputes or breaches that may arise with clients or vendors.
• Compliance: Ensure commercial contracts comply with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements, including data privacy laws.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Collaborate with various departments, such as finance, operations, and IT, to ensure contract terms align with business goals and operational needs.
• Training and guidance: Provide legal training and guidance to business teams on commercial law issues, contract terms, and best practices.
• Record-keeping: Maintain organized and accurate records of executed contracts and other related legal documents.

Requirements

• Education:
  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Admission to the bar and in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Experience:
  • 2-4 years of relevant experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts, preferably in a corporate legal department or law firm.
  • Strong knowledge of contract law, commercial terms, and risk allocation.
• Skills:
  • Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and exercise sound business judgment.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders.
  • Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
  • Commitment to confidentiality and integrity.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage time to meet deadlines.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift, push and pull at least 10 lbs.

FLSA Status: Exempt

LAZ Parking is an equal opportunity employer. In all our employment practices, including hiring, we are firmly committed to providing equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetics, Vietnam era, special disabled, recently separated and other protected veterans, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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