Counsel, Technology and Managed Services

EY; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 118,500 - 221,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible vacation policy

Continuous learning opportunities

Job summary

A global professional services firm is looking for a Counsel in Technology and Managed Services to provide legal support for technology agreements. Responsibilities include drafting client-facing contracts, assessing legal risks, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a JD, relevant experience in technology law, and strong negotiation skills. The position offers competitive remuneration ranging from $118,500 to $221,600, flexible vacation, and continuous development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant transactional experience in a client-facing capacity.
• Experience in data privacy, intellectual property law.
• Ability to assess and negotiate terms for cloud and AI technologies.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating Technology & Managed Services Agreements.
• Collaborating with US GCO and local counsel in other EY member firms.
• Developing and delivering training on agreements and best practices.

Skills

Client-facing experience

Negotiation skills

Legal risk assessment

Cultural intelligence

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Job description

Counsel, Technology and Managed Services

Location: Anywhere in Country.

Join EY’s General Counsel’s Office (GCO) to provide legal support for EY’s technology and managed services, including advising and drafting complex technology & managed services agreements.

The opportunity: You will be responsible for advising on, drafting, updating, and negotiating client‑facing technology & managed services agreements, and providing legal support on related initiatives, such as AI, big data, cloud computing, and software‑as‑a‑service contracts.

Your key responsibilities:

• Drafting, updating, and negotiating client‑facing Technology & Managed Services Agreements.
• Advising on key legal risks associated with the technology underpinning Managed Services Agreements.
• Collaborating closely with other members of the US GCO as well as local counsel in other EY member firms.
• Coordinating legal resources on managed services projects.
• Supporting coordination with cross‑functional business and internal support teams (Data Privacy, Talent, Information Security, and Tax) as necessary.
• Advising on the accuracy and sufficiency of contractual documentation to protect EY interests.
• Understanding existing EY policies and developing/enhancing policies and guidance relevant to managed services and other technology services.
• Managing workflow in a highly dynamic environment and remaining highly responsive, reliable, communicative, and accountable to team leadership.
• Building relationships and teaming seamlessly with other members of GCO.
• Developing and delivering training on Technology & Managed Services Agreements, knowledge sharing and best practice across the legal network and business.

To qualify, candidates must have:

• 4+ years of relevant complex services and technology‑related transactional experience in a client‑facing capacity.
• Experience developing contracting templates, playbooks, and standards.
• Experience in data privacy, intellectual property law, and the use and provision of technology in the context of Technology & Managed Services Agreements.
• Experience with cross‑border contracting, including employee matters such as auto‑transfer laws and cross‑border data transfer.
• Ability to understand, assess, and negotiate terms for current and new technologies (cloud, AI) and explain legal and business risks.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• High degree of cultural and emotional intelligence, resilience, and flexibility.
• Ability to work independently and team effectively with colleagues in other functions and locations.
• Ability to articulate complex legal and contractual principles and balance risk from a legal and commercial perspective.
• Highly responsive and efficient at managing high workload volumes and competing priorities.
• Solution‑oriented with a focus on exceptional client service.
• Experience in a managed services counsel role in a technology or consulting organization.
• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited 4‑year college.
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Membership in a State Bar as an attorney qualified to practice law.
• Good standing with the applicable State Bar and current on continuing legal education requirements.

What We Look For – Agile individuals with critical thinking skills, strong business acumen, and deep knowledge of the law.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation ranges – base salary $118,500 to $221,600 (and higher ranges for specific metro areas), with Total Rewards including medical, dental, pension, 401(k), and paid time off.
• Flexible vacation policy and additional paid holidays, winter/summer breaks, personal/family care, and other leaves.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Transformative leadership support and an inclusive culture that embraces diversity.

EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis.

EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance applying, please contact 1-800-EY-HELP3 or email [e-mail].

EY accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.