Elements global services is an award-winning hr technology and services company revolutionizing the way employers expand and manage employees internationallyGlobal expansion is becoming more and more a part of the modern workplace, and with that comes things like remote work and spread-out teamsAs elements is a truly global company, we take care of our client`s employees worldwideFrom chicago to manila, from johannesburg to delhi and honk kong, we provide top class benefits to all the employees we serve every dayWith offices all around the world and teams spread out between multiple time zones, you too can benefit from the `glocal` team strategy, giving our employees the flexibility, they need to do their very best work the best way they can.
A revolution cannot be done alone, and we need the best and brightest talent to continue our growth into the new modern workplaceWe are looking to expand our team by hiring an experienced senior legal counsel - high tech to join our legal team as an senior corporate counselThe successful candidate will join a collegial and hard-working team of attorneys who work closely with our sales department, service delivery team, global compliance teams, etcTo support the company`s various businesses and functions.
Key responsibilities:
Provide practical sound legal advice and counsel to our sales and other internal departments, management and business leaders on all legal issues concerning the relationship with multinational clients and vendors, including but not limited to drafting, reviewing, analyzing and negotiating all kinds of complex commercial agreements under various jurisdictions and legal systems
Proactive legal support of the company in all countries where business is done in all aspects on a global level (international generalist)
Advice and counsel on day-to-day issues as well as strategic and systemic initiatives
Business-oriented analysis of contractual and corporate legal risks in a fast-growing, completely diverse environment, ensuring regulatory compliance
Strategically and in a cost-effective manner, manage and partner with outside counsel worldwide regarding all applicable fields
Monitoring of litigation matters and extrajudicial claims and disputes
Negotiation of settlement agreements, prevention of lawsuits, mitigation of potential disputes
Support compliance initiatives, including handling of communication and procedures with authorities under different legislations, if applicable
Provide counsel on various policies and programs, such as codes of business conduct and ethics
What we value:
8-10 years of relevant experience in commercial contract negotiation experience, mainly in the high-tech sector
Licensed and in good standing with at least one us state bar
Strong command of international commercial laws, regulations and best practices
Excellent written and verbal communications, client relationships and business acumen
Must possess a strong work ethic; be creative, proactive, enthusiastic, flexible, self-directed and highly ethical
Substantive experience drafting and negotiating all kinds of commercial agreements both domestically and internationally
Practical, commercial and solution-oriented problem solving approach
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to exercise sound judgment to identify risks and convey advice
Ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team
Ability to interact confidently and respectfully with peers as well as more junior or senior team members
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Maturity, integrity, humility and a strong sense of confidentiality
Detail-oriented and process-driven
Responsive and reliable
Self-motivated and enthusiastic about identifying areas to add value
Preferred qualifications
In good standing in all jurisdictions where admitted (bar)
Prior in-house experience preferred
Full professional proficiency in any additional languages is welcome (legal terminology)
This position description may not describe all duties, responsibilities, and skills associated with this positionIt is intended to portray the major aspects of the jobOther duties or skills may be required.
Elements global services is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind: elements is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassmentAll employment decisions at elements is based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, hiv status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operateElements will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristicsElements encourages applicants of all ages.
This role may be subject to a background check after an employment offer has been made and final employment will be subjective to a positive result, in addition, reference may be requested at the final stage of the process.
