Senior Legal Counsel

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A law firm is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel for its Chicago, IL, location.

Job Overview:

The Senior Legal Counsel will be crucial in the firm's global expansion initiatives, handling international commercial contracts, corporate transactions, compliance matters, and governance functions. The ideal candidate should possess a JD and active US Bar license, with 4-8 years of experience in high-volume international commercial contracts and transactional M&A work. Additionally, dual qualification in an EU location is preferred. The candidate must demonstrate an entrepreneurial mindset, strategic thinking, and exceptional communication skills to navigate complex legal matters in a fast-paced environment.

Duties:

• Assist in developing strategies for the firm's global expansion initiatives, including lateral hires, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate governance.
• Lead international commercial contract matters by drafting, reviewing, and negotiating client and vendor contracts and commercial leases.
• Handle general corporate transactional matters, including complex MSAs, RFPs, and NDAs.
• Respond to client compliance requests and vendor inquiries regarding contractual/compliance obligations.
• Attend to key governance functions and contribute to ad hoc projects, including new office openings.

Requirements:

• JD is required to have an active US Bar license; dual qualification in an additional EU location is preferred.
• 4-8 years of experience in high-volume international commercial contracts and transactional M&A work.
• Experience practicing at a large or mid-sized law firm with a substantial global practice supporting clients with cross-border legal issues, preferably augmented by in-house experience.
• Ability to balance entrepreneurial quickness with professional insight, dealing effectively with both strategic issues and tactical operational details.
• Desire to create more efficient processes and working methods, with familiarity with laws and regulations relevant to client onboarding.
• Excellent time management skills and attention to detail, committed to producing high-quality work product.
• Superior interpersonal, relationship management, and communication skills, as well as an understanding of cultural differences and ways of working.
• Must possess gravitas, credibility, and self-confidence while demonstrating considerable collaboration and teamwork abilities.
• Have demonstrated professional pride, a strong work ethic, a proactive and flexible approach, exemplary personal and professional integrity, and a commitment to diversity and respect for others.

Skills:

• Strong writing and oral communication skills, with the ability to adapt style and format while maintaining substance for diverse audiences.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306