Lead Corporate Counsel- Technology Contracting

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP; Chicago (IL); Presencial; USD 160.000 - 190.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Comprehensive benefits package

Descripción de la vacante

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP in Chicago seeks an experienced attorney to lead technology contracting and AI-related transactions. The role focuses on drafting, negotiating, and advising on complex tech agreements and data privacy concerns within a fast-paced advisory environment.

You will collaborate with legal and risk teams, manage the lifecycle of contracts from formation to termination, and coordinate with external vendors and counsel to ensure compliant, risk-mitigated deals.

Formación

• Juris Doctorate required and bar admission.
• 5+ years experience in a law firm (Am Law 100 preferred) or in-house tech contracting.
• Experience with AI laws, information privacy laws, HIPAA/PHI/BAA and related agreements preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication; able to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsabilidades

• Draft, negotiate, and review technology transactions, contracts and agreements; advise on interpretation and dispute resolution.
• Manage multiple contracts and projects in a deadline-driven environment.
• Collaborate with legal, risk management and business leadership on process improvements and policy development.
• Coordinate with external vendors and outside counsel as necessary.

Conocimientos

Negotiation

Communication

Risk management

Project management

AI law awareness

Educación

Juris Doctorate degree

Herramientas

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Descripción del empleo

Overview

Overview Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

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Job Description

Responsibilities

Responsible for pushing forward technology and AI contracting for the organization Draft, negotiate, and review of technology transactions, contracts and agreements; providing counsel regarding interpretation of active contracts, and handling contractual dispute resolution. Significant involvement in contractual matters throughout entire contract lifecycle, from formation to termination, for agreements pertaining to diverse subjects Manage multiple contracts and projects in a deadline driven environment Work with the legal and risk management department and business leadership to assist/lead on a variety of projects related to process improvements, risk mitigation and legal policy development Collaborate with external vendors and legal counsel as necessary

Qualifications

Juris Doctorate degree required At least 5 years of experience in a law firm (preferably Am Law 100 firm) or as an in-house attorney managing tech contracting Ability to work effectively within a demanding, deadline-driven environment Experience with AI laws, information privacy laws, HIPPA, PHI, BAA, and related agreements and information privacy laws preferred Understanding of complexities of AI contracting, including data ownership, IP issues, training concerns, and other items unique to the expanded use of AI Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel is required Project Management experience preferred Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently or as a member of a team required Travel up to 10% The pay rate range for this job position is $160,000 to $190,000. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including but not limited to applicant’s skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements and geographic location.

• Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.