Director, Technology & Commercial Counsel

CDW; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,600; Full time

Job summary

CDW is seeking a Director, Legal Counsel to lead high-stakes technology and commercial transactions, guiding risk and scalable contracting frameworks to support growth. Reporting to the Vice President, Assistant General Counsel, Services & Solutions, this role partners with business units and global colleagues to drive regulatory compliance and strategic counsel in a fast-paced matrix.

The ideal candidate brings 12+ years of experience and a J.D./LL.M., with Illinois licensure or the ability

Qualifications

• J.D. or LL.M. from accredited law school.
• 12+ years of progressive legal experience with significant focus on technology services, IT consulting, or complex commercial transactions
• Licensed to practice law in Illinois (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
• Extensive experience negotiating and structuring complex technology services agreements, including MSAs, SOWs, outsourcing agreements, licensing agreements, and SaaS/cloud agreements
• Strong understanding of managed services, professional services, and cloud services business and delivery models
• Working knowledge of data privacy regulations, cybersecurity compliance, and industry-specific requirements across multiple jurisdictions
• Experience with international services delivery and cross-border legal considerations, particularly in North America and Europe

Responsibilities

• Strategic Advisory and Business Partnership: Serve as a trusted legal advisor to Services & Solutions and Sales leadership, providing counsel on business initiatives, market expansion, and operational decisions
• Commercial Contracting and Negotiations: Lead the negotiation and structuring of complex commercial and technology transactions, including managed services agreements, professional services contracts, technology licensing arrangements, cloud solution agreements, and strategic partnership arrangements
• Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management: Support compliance with state, federal, and international regulations affecting services and sales across multiple jurisdictions
• Operational Legal Support: Provide ongoing legal support for services operations, including change orders, service modifications, performance issues, and customer relationship management
• Team Leadership and Development: Senior leader within the Legal team, mentoring and guiding junior attorneys and legal professionals on complex matters as needs arise
• Training, Coaching, and Process Improvement: Build capability across the organization by providing training, coaching, and practical guidance to coworkers on commercial risk, contract management, and regulatory requirements

Education

J.D. or LL.M. from accredited law school

Job description

CDW is seeking a Director, Legal Counsel to lead high-stakes technology and commercial transactions, guiding risk and scalable contracting frameworks to support growth. Reporting to the Vice President, Assistant General Counsel, Services & Solutions, this role partners with business units and global colleagues to drive regulatory compliance and strategic counsel in a fast-paced matrix.

The ideal candidate brings 12+ years of experience and a J.D./LL.M., with Illinois licensure or the ability