Strategic Contracts Counsel

CNH Industrial Group; Oak Brook (IL); Hybrid; USD 154,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Savings & Retirement benefits

Parental leave

Fertility & Family building support

Job summary

CNH Industrial seeks a seasoned Legal Counsel to support North America operations, focusing on procurement, corporate development, and technology initiatives. You will guide contract negotiations, due diligence, and licensing strategies while partnering with IP, privacy, and executive teams.

The role requires broad experience in technology contracts, M&A, and risk management, with leadership responsibilities and availability for occasional after-hours support. Hybrid work in the US is offered.

Qualifications

• J.D. and bar admission in good standing.
• 8+ years of related experience at a large corporate law firm or in-house.
• Experience handling technology, procurement, and commercial contracting issues.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and draft supply, sales and R&D agreements with a technology focus.
• Provide M&A/VC transaction support including due diligence and post-closing work.
• Coordinate with IP and data privacy teams on tech strategy and licensing.
• Advise senior leadership on technology and commercial contracting risks and opportunities.
• Oversee in-house counsel for procurement and supply chain matters and manage external counsel.

Skills

J.D. and bar admission

Contracting experience

M&A/VC support

Executive communication

People management

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Category: Legal and Compliance

Job Type: Full Time

Working Mode: Hybrid

About Us

Innovation. Sustainability. Productivity. This is how we are Breaking New Ground in our mission to sustainably advance the noble work of farmers and builders everywhere. With a growing global population and increased demands on resources, our products are instrumental to feeding and sheltering the world.

From developing products that run on alternative power to productivity-enhancing precision tech, we are delivering solutions that benefit people – and they are possible thanks to people like you. If the opportunity to build your skills as part of a collaborative, global team excites you, you’re in the right place.

Grow a Career. Build a Future!

Be part of this company at the forefront of agriculture and construction, that passionately innovates to drive customer efficiency and success. And we know innovation can’t happen without collaboration. So, everything we do at CNH Industrial is about reaching new heights as one team, always delivering for the good of our customers.

Job Purpose

Reporting directly to the Vice President & General Counsel for North America, this position provides counsel to internal clients, specifically Procurement and Corporate Development, along with CNH’s Technology, Innovation, Vehicle & Implements, Precision Technology, User Experience and Powertrain units which report to CNH’s Chief Technology Officer.

Key Responsibilities

• Negotiate and draft supply, sales and R&D agreements with a technology, innovation and precision farming focus (such as connectivity and precision guidance technologies, digital applications, display components, automated and autonomous technologies).
• Provide M&A/VC transaction support including due diligence, contract review, contract negotiation and drafting, and post-closing integration activities.
• Work closely with the intellectual property and data privacy teams to ensure coherent execution of overall technology, innovation and precision farming strategies and support negotiation of R&D and licensing agreements.
• Maintain expert knowledge and awareness of legislation, regulations and caselaw with respect to technology and commercial contract issues to reduce business risk and ensure legal compliance.
• Provide practical, business focused advice to the executive team with respect to technology and commercial contract issues.
• Partner with business and legal teams to determine strategy on negotiations with suppliers and other partners.
• Manage in-house counsel focused on procurement and supply chain and oversee CNH’s legal review and negotiation of supply, service and OEM wholesale agreements, as well as trainings for business clients on technology and commercial contract issues.
• Manage outside counsel, fees and case budgets for situations requiring external support.

Experience Required

• J.D. and a current membership with the appropriate state bar.
• 8+ years related experience at a large corporate law firm, or in-house with relevant contracting and counseling experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated judgment guiding business teams through challenging issues.
• Experience providing guidance and advice to internal clients.
• Strong executive presence, paired with excellent written and verbal communication.
• Experience in people management and/or mentoring.
• Ability to provide timely, practical solutions for business clients.
• Ability to work independently, exercise practical business judgment and meet concurrent deadlines.
• Willingness to respond to clients and counsel beyond regular business hours when needed.

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Pay Transparency

The annual salary for this role is USD $154,000.00 - $235,000.00 plus any applicable bonus (Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as skill, experience and qualification for the role.)

For roles open across multiple locations, the salary range indicated refers to the primary location. If a different location is considered, the applicable salary range will be communicated to candidates prior to the first interview.

What We Offer

We offer dynamic career opportunities across an international landscape. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to delivering value for all our employees and fostering a culture of respect.

At CNH, we understand that the best solutions come from the diverse experiences and skills of our people. Here, you will be empowered to grow your career, to follow your passion, and help build a better future. To support our employees, we offer regional comprehensive benefits, including:

• Savings & Retirement benefits
• Parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Fertility & Family building support
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Charitable contribution matching and Volunteer Time Off

US applicants: CNH Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights by viewing the federal "Know Your Rights" poster here. CNH Industrial participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. You can view additional information here.

Canada applicants: CNH Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, place of origin, disability, marital status, family status, age, or any other ground prohibited by applicable provincial human rights legislation.

Join us at the forefront of precision technology, driverless solutions, electrification, and alternative fuels. Be part of a team that makes a difference with their innovative thinking and inspired creativity.

CNH (NYSE: CNHI) is a global capital goods company specializing in equipment and services for Agriculture and Construction. The Company operates commercially through its brand portfolio which includes Case IH, New Holland Agriculture, CASE and New Holland Construction Equipment.