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Your journey at crowe starts here:
At crowe, you have the opportunity to deliver innovative solutions to today’s complex business issuesCrowe’s accounting, consulting, and technology personnel are widely recognized for their in-depth expertise and understanding of sophisticated process frameworks and enabling technologies, along with their commitment to delivering measurable results that help clients build business valueOur focus on emerging technology solutions along with our commitment to internal career growth and exceptional client value has resulted in a firm that is routinely recognized as a “best place to work.” we are 75 years strong and still growingCome grow with us!
Job description:
Position overview:
Crowe llp is seeking an assistant general counsel for a transaction-focused practiceThis assistant general counsel will principally review, revise, and negotiate professional services and technology-related agreements for the firm as well as assist in improving the efficiency and effectiveness of crowe’s contracting processIdentifying apparent and hidden risks associated with the task presented and collaborating with others to manage those risks are key functions of the roleThe assistant general counsel will report to the general counsel within crowe’s firm risk management business unit and will have significant exposure to the company’s partners, management, and all functional areas.
Role and responsibilities:
Develop a detailed understanding of crowe’s service lines and technology products and their associated risks;
Draft and negotiate professional services and technology-related agreements, including master services agreements, engagement letters, confidentiality agreements, business associate agreements, saas agreements, data protection agreements, software licenses, subcontractor agreements, government contracts, and related statements of work;
Review requests for proposals (“rfps”) in order to identify areas of risk and advise partners and other business personnel on appropriate risk mitigation strategies;
Negotiate vendor agreements with an understanding of how the vendor will support crowe’s business and the risks associated with the vendor’s services or products;
Apply us and international privacy and data protection laws as well as information security requirements in the review and negotiation of client and vendor agreements;
Improve existing contract templates and write new contract templates as the need arises;
Evaluate and improve contracting process activities, leveraging technology to create efficiency as much as possible to reduce the burden on firm leaders;
Document and expand our playbook for contract negotiation for common contract issues; and
Supervise and mentor others in their career development.
Key qualifications:
Crowe’s firm risk management business unit and legal department are critical components of crowe`s organizational structureThe assistant general counsel focused on transactions will support the general counsel and other crowe personnel by crafting creative and practical legal and risk management solutions to issues faced by both the firm and its clientsCrowe’s legal department seeks acceptable ways to get to “yes” more often than “no.” to perform this function, the assistant general counsel must learn general firm practice in a wide variety of areas, proactively identify issues presenting risk to the firm, and act as a driver of good business processA successful candidate will commit to learning crowe’s multiple business lines at a detailed level and be a leader capable of developing and maintaining close working relationships with the firm’s other business leaders.
The legal department manages a large volume of requests, and candidates must have the ability to fluidly manage workload in accordance with business objectives and internal client prioritiesCandidates for this position must possess superb organizational skills, business judgment, strategic thinking, and writing and verbal communication skillsCandidates must have the ability to lead and must be unafraid of rolling up their sleeves to take on tasks as neededWhere direct reporting lines are not in place, the candidate should have the ability to motivate others through influenceEnthusiasm for learning new technology and a strong knowledge of microsoft office are requiredAs a member of a smaller department, our attorneys are expected to work on a variety of legal matters outside of their central roleAdditional experience that will be helpful for this role – but is not required – includes reviewing state or federal government contract requirements and assessing compliance capability; working in governmental, accounting, or financial regulatory sectors; and advising on a range of intellectual property matters as they relate to marketing, trade secrets, licensing, patents, and copyright.
Candidates must have at least ten years of relevant experience in a law firm, government agency, or in-house counsel role and be admitted to a state bar in
Good standing.
Preference for candidates in the chicago area and admitted to the illinois barHowever, remote work, with bar admission in their their state of residence, is an option for the right candidate.
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Our benefits:
At crowe, we know that great people is what makes a great firmWe value our people and offer employees a comprehensive benefits packageLearn more about what working at crowe can mean for you!
How you can grow:
We will nurture your talent in an inclusive culture that values diversityYou will have the chance to meet on a consistent basis with your career coach that will guide you in your career goals and aspirationsLearn more about where talent can prosper!
More about crowe:
Crowe (www.crowe.com) is one of the largest public accounting, consulting and technology firms in the united statesCrowe uses its deep industry expertise to provide audit services to public and private entities while also helping clients reach their goals with tax, advisory, risk and performance servicesCrowe is recognized by many organizations as one of the country`s best places to workCrowe serves clients worldwide as an independent member of crowe global, one of the largest global accounting networks in the worldThe network consists of more than 200 independent accounting and advisory services firms in more than 130 countries around the world.
Crowe llp provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
