Commercial Contracts Counsel

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Commercial Contracts Counsel in Washington, DC. This role involves leading the firm's third-party contract review process, including drafting, editing, reviewing, and negotiating key contractual terms. The position serves as a liaison between various departments to facilitate vendor and service provider contract reviews.

Duties

• Draft, review, and negotiate vendor and service provider contracts, including software/SaaS, cloud services, and data protection agreements.
• Lead and collaborate throughout the contract review process, aligning terms with firm policies.
• Develop and implement contracting playbooks, templates, and workflows.
• Identify compliance vulnerabilities and develop corrective action plans.
• Provide guidance to the Procurement team and collaborate with the General Counsel's Office.
• Support the firm's cyber-security insurance program and related initiatives.
• Assist with governance matters and legal compliance issues.
• Participate in special projects and other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active bar membership in good standing.
• Minimum of five years of experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Expertise in software/SaaS agreements and professional services agreements.
• Strong knowledge of legal concepts and industry practices applicable to commercial contracts.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with privacy and data protection laws is a plus.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Active bar membership in good standing.

Skills

• Advanced knowledge of contract law and industry best practices.
• Strong Outlook, Excel, and Word skills.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional judgment, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Benefits

• A full range of medical, financial, and other benefits.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1629 K ST NW, Suite 300
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20006
Phone : (202) 955-5585
Fax : (213) 895-7306