Procurement Counsel

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Personal support and tailored learning

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Chicago, IL seeks a Procurement Counsel to provide strategic legal guidance on vendor and supplier agreements supporting global operations. The role offers a collaborative environment with opportunities to lead a team, shape efficient contracting practices, and drive risk management across the contracting lifecycle.

Collaboration with business leaders and cross-border considerations are key aspects.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in at least one state where the firm has an office.
• 5+ years of commercial contract review experience.
• Strong knowledge of vendor and supplier agreements.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven ability to build trusted partnerships and communicate effectively.
• Discretion and sound judgment in complex matters.
• Commitment to accuracy and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal counsel on contractual, operational, and regulatory matters.
• Manage the contract lifecycle, including review, negotiation, and execution.
• Draft and negotiate various operational agreements.
• Collaborate with business leaders to support contracting processes.
• Mitigate risk and ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
• Lead and develop a team of procurement attorneys.
• Drive operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Partnership building

Discretion

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Advanced Word)

Adobe Acrobat Pro

DocuSign

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Procurement Counsel in Chicago, IL. This role involves providing strategic legal guidance on vendor and supplier agreements to support global business operations. The position offers a collaborative environment with opportunities to lead a team and shape efficient contracting practices.

Duties

• Provide strategic legal counsel on contractual, operational, and regulatory matters.


• Manage the contract lifecycle, including review, negotiation, and execution.


• Draft and negotiate various operational agreements.


• Collaborate with business leaders to support contracting processes.


• Mitigate risk and ensure compliance with contractual requirements.


• Lead and develop a team of procurement attorneys.


• Drive operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in at least one state where the firm has an office.


• 5+ years of commercial contract review experience.


• Strong knowledge of vendor and supplier agreements.


• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Proven ability to build trusted partnerships and communicate effectively.


• Demonstrated discretion and sound judgment in complex matters.


• Commitment to accuracy and continuous learning.

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Certifications

Admission to practice law in at least one state.

Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including advanced Word skills.


• Experience with Adobe Acrobat Pro and DocuSign preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare.


• Paid time off.


• Retirement plans.


• Personal support and tailored learning opportunities.