Job Family: Legal & Compliance
Req ID: 427311
COUNSEL - COMMERCIAL LAW (REMOTE)
We empower our people to stay resilient and relevant in a constantly changing world. We're looking for people who are always searching for creative ways to grow and learn. People who want to make a real impact, now and in the future. Does that sound like you? Then it seems like you'd make a great addition to our vibrant team.
We are looking to add a COUNSEL - COMMERCIAL LAW to our strategic legal team. This position will be remote; however, you must be willing and able to work the 8am to 5pm business hours in the Eastern US time zone in support of our business partners.
This is a key, high-level position within the Siemens Corporation Legal Department that will provide support to the Digital Industries operations on all legal matters arising in its American operations. This is an individual contributor role.
You'll make a difference by:
Ability to work closely with business partners/management and contribute to the success of the business by providing practical legal and business advice.
Work closely with business partners across the organization and provide legal advice and approvals where required during contract negotiations.
Perform substantial drafting and negotiation of contracts with customers, vendors, and business partners.
Contract review and advice on applicable laws and risk mitigation strategies.
Coordination of legal advice with global legal colleagues.
Analyze, manage, and resolve diverse matters with government agencies and commercial customers.
Review and provide legal advice relating to high-profile contracts/subcontracts, bids, equipment/solutions and service agreements, sales transactions, project implementation issues, and general corporate matters.
Assisting clients and stakeholders to avoid liability claims and working closely with in-house/outside counsel to successfully resolve claims and litigation when it arises.
Develop and provide legal training to the organization, and work with corporate executives to ensure adherence to corporate policies.
You'll win us over by having the following qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
Juris Doctorate from a U.S. accredited institution, in good standing.
Licensed to practice law in one or more states.
Five plus years of legal experience in transactional law, acquired in either a law firm or corporate in-house setting.
Proficiency in commercial transactions and claims management.
Effective communication of legal advice or information to non-legal stakeholders.
Advanced knowledge of equipment sales contracts, solutions contracts, service contracts, and software licensing.
Comprehensive understanding of Software as a Service (SaaS) subscription-based business models and cloud infrastructure transactions.
5 years of experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating large and complex commercial agreements, including federal government and construction contracts and transactional documents for sales of hardware, services, and software.
Travel expectation <10% (domestic and international) with travel to the relevant business headquarters office will be required on an as-needed basis.
Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications:
Enthusiasm for learning new things and championing change.
Self-driven and resourceful, able to independently achieve goals and collaborate effectively in group settings.
Flexibility to adapt and thrive in an environment with changing requirements, schedules, and priorities for multiple projects or assignments.
Excellent writing and effective presentation skills.
Professional demeanor during face-to-face customer, vendor, and business partner meetings.
Knowledge of legal issues specific to the technology, manufacturing, industrial, and software industries.
We encourage candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. Our commitment is to ensure an inclusive, fair, and respectful work environment for all team members. We value the unique perspectives and contributions each person brings, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
You'll benefit from: **
Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html .
The pay range for this position is $90,790 - $155,640. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.
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About Siemens:
We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose, adding real value for customers.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and create a better tomorrow with us. Learn more about our commitment to DEI here (https://www.siemens.com/us/en/company/environmental-society-governance/diversity.html) .
Protecting the environment, conserving our natural resources, fostering the health and performance of our people as well as safeguarding their working conditions are core to our social and business commitment at Siemens. They are an integral part of our Business Conduct Guidelines and our corporate strategy.
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