Global GDC Contracting Counsel

Description:

A Leading Global Technology Services Company is a leading global IT solutions and services organisation that brings together people, data and things to create a better and more sustainable future.

In today's ‘A Leading Global Technology Services Company' world, connections matter more now than ever. By bringing together talented people, world-class technology partners and emerging innovators, we help our clients solve some of the world's most significant technological, business and societal challenges.

With people at the heart of our success, A Leading Global Technology Services Company is committed to attracting and growing the best talent and providing an environment where everyone feels they can belong and their contribution matters.

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The Global GDC Contracting Counsel position provides legal support on global client contracting, global contracting mechanisms, and contract analysis. The position will need to gain comprehensive knowledge of global contracting issues throughout all Global Data Center locations. This position reports to the Global Contracting Lead, advises the SVP, Global Legal as requested and provides advice to other function leads, regional sales and regional legal departments.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Structure, review and negotiate client contracts as required by the business for all regions
• Participate in the global client contracting process with oversight from the Global Client Contracting Lead
• Responsible for initial drafting of global contracting form documents with oversight from the Global Client Contracting Lead
• Conduct analysis of various contractual issues, including analysis of terms across multiple regions, clients and contracts
• Advise the business on preferred contractual terms with oversight from the Global Client Contracting Lead
• Interact with clients, internal A Leading Global Technology Services Company GDC departments and A Leading Global Technology Services Company affiliates throughout the world as needed
• Respond promptly to the demands of multiple internal client groups
• Manage risk and ensure business and compliance needs are accurately reflected in agreement(s).
• Advise company management of potential risks in contractual agreements.
• Assist with the development and implementation of contract procedures and templates to improve operational efficiency

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Seasoned, experienced professional; has significant experience in client contracts and/ or commercial leasing
• Applies advanced wide-ranging experience and in-depth professional knowledge to develop and resolve complex issues in creative ways.
• Accountable for handling complex issues in area of core competency without oversight by senior legal manager
• Resolves and assesses a wide range of issues in creative ways and suggests variations in approach with consultation at times from senior legal manager
• Frequently advises key people outside own area of expertise on complex matters, using persuasion in delivering messages, with the ability to adapt style to differing audiences and often advises others on difficult matters
• Work is done independently in area of core competency and is reviewed at critical points
• Self-starter, well organized, effectively manages stress in a fast-paced environment and produces consistent, positive results under deadline pressure.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a highly collaborative team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Education and Experience:

• Juris Doctorate degree or equivalent.
• Six (6) years or more of relevant legal experience at a law firm or in house.
• Data center industry experience a significant plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Remain stationary for long periods of time
• Operate computer, peripherals, and other office equipment

• Work across multiple global time zones (including but not limited to India, Europe, South Africa, US, Japan) is required for this position which will require work outside of normal work hours
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Responsible to carry a cell phone and provide 24x7 support as needed.
• Travel may occasionally be required domestically and globally.

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