Executive Contract & Corporate Counsel Leader

Edelman; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Wellness programming

Job summary

A leading communications firm in Chicago is seeking a skilled attorney to join their Legal team. The role focuses on commercial contract negotiation and drafting, requiring a J.D. degree and at least 10 years of experience in contract management and negotiation. Responsibilities include leading negotiations, advising business leaders, and managing compliance issues. The position offers a salary range of $130,000 to $220,000, along with a hybrid work environment and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience with a strong emphasis on contract drafting and negotiation.
• Admitted to a U.S. state bar (preferably IL, NY, CA, TX).

Responsibilities

• Lead contract negotiations for various agreements.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on legal risks to business leaders.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align contractual terms.
• Support governance and Board-related matters.

Skills

Commercial contract negotiation

Contract drafting

Legal risk assessment

Collaboration

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

J.D. degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Contract management tools

Job description

A leading communications firm in Chicago is seeking a skilled attorney to join their Legal team. The role focuses on commercial contract negotiation and drafting, requiring a J.D. degree and at least 10 years of experience in contract management and negotiation. Responsibilities include leading negotiations, advising business leaders, and managing compliance issues. The position offers a salary range of $130,000 to $220,000, along with a hybrid work environment and comprehensive benefits.