Senior Litigation Attorney

NCR Corporation; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

NCR Voyix Corporation in Atlanta, GA seeks an experienced litigation lawyer to manage disputes from inception to trial and appeal. The role focuses on domestic matters with potential involvement in non-U.S matters and requires coordinating with outside counsel.

The role emphasizes strategic counseling, budget management, and corporate risk review, with strong writing, negotiation, and discovery skills essential for success.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• 5+ years of hands-on litigation experience in a law firm.
• Knowledge of privilege issues relevant to in-house practice.
• Excellent judgment and ability to work independently.
• Strong negotiation and writing skills; effective oral communication.
• Familiarity with electronic discovery protocols.
• Georgia bar membership or eligibility for in-house practice in Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic counseling to clients on litigations and disputes, litigation avoidance, and exposure reduction.
• Lead internal investigations.
• Counsel clients on proactive measures to reduce legal exposure.
• Manage case budgets and outside counsel relationships.
• Contribute to corporate risk review processes tied to accounting and disclosure.
• Develop strong, strategic relationships with clients.
• Represent NCR in mediations and before courts and tribunals.
• Oversee electronic discovery aspects of cases.
• Collaborate with vendors on contract negotiation and support.

Skills

Litigation experience

Negotiation skills

Legal writing

Oral communication

Electronic discovery

Outside counsel management

In-house practice

Georgia bar eligibility

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

About NCR VOYIX

NCR Voyix Corporation (NYSE: VYX) is a global platform-powered leader in unified commerce for shopping and dining. Combining a flexible, intelligent platform with end-to-end payments capabilities and services developed through its deep industry experience, NCR Voyix empowers retailers and restaurants to accelerate new possibilities for their operations, experiences and business outcomes. NCR Voyix is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, and serves customers in more than 35 countries worldwide.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced litigation lawyer with a broad litigation background (substantive legal issues, proceedings, and venues, including experience with appearing before courts and other tribunals). The position is responsible for managing cases and disputes, including general liability, commercial contract, employment, competition-related, environmental and intellectual property liability claims and lawsuits, from inception to trial and appeal or settlement, and collaborates with outside counsel on case strategies and budget management. The successful candidate must be able to identify and lead litigation strategies, and when called upon, advocate for and represent the company in such matters. The position will focus primarily on domestic matters, with opportunities to work on non-U.S matters. The position reports to the Deputy General Counsel for Litigation.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic counseling to clients on matters related to existing litigations and disputes, litigation avoidance, and otherwise
• Lead internal investigations
• Counsel clients on proactive measures to reduce and control legal exposure
• Responsible for case budgets and forecasts and management of outside counsel
• Role in corporate risk review process, tied to accounting and disclosure responsibilities
• Develop strong, strategic relationships with clients
• Represent NCR in mediations and before courts and other tribunals
• Manage electronic discovery aspects of cases
• Work directly with vendors on negotiation of contracts and management of support

Qualifications

• Experience:
• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• 5+ years of related experience in a law firm, which must include hands-on litigation experience, including substantive roles in trials or arbitrations
• Knowledge of privilege issues relevant to in-house practice
• Excellent judgment and ability to work independently, including demonstrated ability to be a self-starter
• Strong negotiation skills
• Superior legal and business writing skills
• Excellent oral communication skills
• Familiarity with electronic discovery protocols and litigation technology
• Ability to manage large number of outside counsel
• Ability to conduct and direct legal research
• Willing to learn in a fast-paced environment and on a large number of matters at any given time
• Member of the Georgia bar or be eligible to practice as an in-house attorney in Georgia

Offers of employment are conditional upon passage of screening criteria applicable to the job.

EEO Statement

Integrated into our shared values is NCR Voyix’s commitment to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, military service, genetic information, or any other characteristic or conduct protected by law. NCR Voyix is committed to being a globally inclusive company where all people are treated fairly, recognized for their individuality, promoted based on performance and encouraged to strive to reach their full potential. We believe in understanding and respecting differences among all people. Every individual at NCR Voyix has an ongoing responsibility to respect and support a globally diverse environment.

Help us run the world's top brands. At NCR Voyix, we specialize in turning routine transactions into meaningful connections. With a rich history of innovation, we've been at the forefront of problem-solving through technology. Operating globally in over 30 countries, we lead in Retail, Restaurant, Digital banking, and Payments. Our solutions optimize banking operations, streamline restaurant services, enhance retail interactions, and foster trust through secure payment systems. We take pride in our strong culture and a history of providing robust career paths. Come work for a leading technology company where you can grow your career. Join us and be part of revolutionizing transactions across these pivotal industries.