Vendor Management Counsel

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Vendor Management Counsel in Austin, TX. This role involves managing commercial contracts with various vendors and service providers, focusing on technology agreements, including those involving generative AI. The position offers the flexibility of a hybrid or fully remote work arrangement.

Duties

• Serve as primary lawyer for vendor and supplier contracts across all business functions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements.
• Lead contracting for technology and AI-related engagements.
• Coordinate with attorneys specializing in privacy and data security.
• Partner with business stakeholders to identify legal risks.
• Support and maintain standard contract templates and playbooks.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments in AI governance and data privacy.
• Work closely with contract administrator to manage contract portfolio.

Requirements

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school; active bar admission in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Minimum 3 years of experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and business-partnering skills.
• Familiarity with generative AI contracting concepts.
• Ability to manage a high volume of matters with competing deadlines.

Education

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active bar admission in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Business-oriented mindset.
• Familiarity with AI governance considerations.
• Working knowledge of information security and data privacy frameworks.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible work arrangements (hybrid or fully remote).

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100
Houston
Texas
United States 77042
Phone : (713) 270-1199
Fax : (213) 895-7306