SVP, Deputy General Counsel, Commercial Contracting

NTT DATA North America; Plano (TX); Remote; USD 193,000 - 348,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking an experienced SVP, Deputy General Counsel to lead its commercial contracting efforts. This strategic role involves managing a high-performing legal team, overseeing contract negotiations, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of contract law and a proven track record in the IT industry, adept at navigating complex legal landscapes. Join a dynamic organization committed to innovation and excellence, where your leadership will drive success and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of leadership experience in an in-house legal department.
• Extensive knowledge of IT services and contract life cycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead the contracts function within the legal department.
• Oversee preparation and negotiation of high-value contracts.

Skills

Contract Law

Negotiation Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Regulatory Law

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

SVP, Deputy General Counsel, Commercial Contracting

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Req ID: 324101

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a SVP, Deputy General Counsel, Commercial Contracting to join our team in Plano, Texas (US-TX), United States (US).

Job Summary: The Deputy General Counsel, Commercial Contracting will lead the contracts function within the legal department of NTT DATA’s North America region, ensuring the preparation and negotiation of contracts adhere to company policies and legal requirements. This role requires a strategic leader with extensive experience in managing high-value, multi-tower, complex contracts, and with a proven track record in leading in-house legal teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership: Direct and develop the North America contracts team, providing strategic direction and oversight, optimizing the team to provide effective and efficient contractual support to the business.
• Contract Management: Oversee the preparation and negotiation of all contracts in the North America region, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal standards.
• Policy Development: Develop and implement policies and processes to govern contract administration and provide guidance on contract terms.
• Strategic Negotiation: Serve as escalation point for the negotiation of complex, high-value contracts, proven ability to partner with sales and executive teams to negotiate optimal terms.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Client Growth Office, other entities’ legal teams, and other departments to ensure contract terms align with business objectives and legal requirements.
• Compliance and Risk Management: Partner with non-legal compliance and business teams to ensure regulatory compliance where required. Identify and mitigate risks associated with contracts, ensuring the company's interests are protected.
• Training and Development: Mentor and develop the contracts legal staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Managing Budget: Responsible for managing budget and costs associated with the contracts function, including outside legal counsel spend.
  
  

Basic Qualifications:

• Education/Accreditation: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school (or country equivalent). Admission to the state bar in the jurisdiction of employment (or country equivalent).
• Experience: Minimum of 15 years of progressive leadership experience leading teams within an in-house legal department in the IT industry, with a focus on managing multi-million dollar deals.
  
  

The ideal candidate will have the following skill sets and experience:

• Extensive knowledge of contract law, regulatory law as related to our regulated offerings, and the contract life cycle for IT services.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Combination of in-house and firm experience preferred.
  
  

Location: This is a remote position based in the United States, but candidates from other jurisdictions may be considered, with compensation commensurate with local standards.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long term success. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure and connectivity. We are one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. Visit us at us.nttdata.com

NTT DATA endeavors to make https://us.nttdata.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here . If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here . For Pay Transparency information, please click here .

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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