Career Development

Chicago, Illinois, Our client, a global advertising and public relations company, is actively seeking a digital advertising attorney to join at the Senior Counsel level. Target candidates will have 5+ years of transactional experience from a law firm and/or an in-house legal department, with a focus on digital media, advertising, marketing, technology, and related matters.  Some knowledge of data privacy laws and policies is a plus. A general technology understanding or related background is also a plus.  Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to join a highly collaborative legal team at a prestigious international company. Competitive compensation and great benefits!

Chicago, Illinois, McCormack Schreiber Legal Search is conducting an exclusive search for a sophisticated company located in the Chicago Loop that is actively seeking a lawyer with 3-5+ years of law firm experience to join its in-house legal group in an underwriting role.  The ideal candidate for this unique in-house opportunity will have a strong law firm litigation or corporate background, and should have some knowledge of and/or interest in insurance-related issues.  Professional liability experience is a plus, and no specific underwriting experience is required.  This individual will work with colleagues and clients on sophisticated underwriting related to new business, renewals, supplemental insurance, and many other related matters. Strong technical skills are a must.  Fantastic opportunity to learn and become a part of a highly regarded industry leader in professional liability insurance.

Boston, Massachusetts, Beacon Communities has engaged Major, Lindsey & Africa on an exclusive basis to conduct a search for a General Counsel to be located in its Boston, MA offices. Beacon Communities is an equal opportunity employer. Please do not contact Beacon directly; all resumes sent to Beacon will be routed to MLA for handling and will create delays. Overview and Experience: Reporting to the CEO and working closely with the Board of Directors, the General Counsel will be the senior legal executive with primary responsibility for the Company’s legal matters. The ideal candidate will have: a minimum of ten years of broad-based legal experience, foundational training in real estate law at a top tier law firm, followed by experience as a high level in-house and/or government legal executive, with excellent credentials and proven leadership skills.  She or he must be a legal strategist and innovative thinker with substantial business acumen. A strong focus on real estate and affordable housing law and a particular familiarity and expertise in the use of Low Income Housing Tax Credits, tax exempt bonds, state and federal financing vehicles for affordable housing, HUD and GSE financing programs, as well as other affordable housing finance tools is required. He or she must possess a high degree of professional ethics and integrity, problem solving, time management, analytical skills, and excellent communication skills. This attorney must have both the substantive experience and gravitas to interact with the senior leadership and business teams, while building for the future in a successful and growing organization. Company: Founded in 2004, Beacon Communities LLC is a privately-owned real estate firm that develops, acquires, invests in, and manages a wide range of multifamily housing. The Company also invests in and purchases affordable housing companies and portfolios of multifamily developments. Beacon currently owns and manages approximately 18,000 apartments including affordable housing, market rate housing, and mixed income-housing, ranging from new construction, to historic adaptive reuse, to the renovation of existing housing. Beacon’s portfolio is located across 11 states and the District of Columbia and comprises more than 90 communities. Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with experience. Location: Boston, Massachusetts Relocation: Yes, but local candidates are preferred.

Conshohocken, Pennsylvania,   POSITION SUMMARY:   This is a position within the Legal Department for a lawyer with strong commercial contracting skills and the ability to deliver business-oriented, effective and efficient legal services and project management. The Senior Counsel will provide general legal counsel to AmerisourceBergen’s Pharmaceutical Distribution & Strategic Global Sourcing segment (D&S) business teams and will focus on counseling and negotiating commercial transactions for the health systems distribution business unit and other business units that are part of D&S’s Health Systems & Specialty Care Solutions group.   The Senior Counsel will report to the Company’s Vice President and Associate General Counsel for Health Systems & Specialty Care Solutions, or other designated managing attorney.  The candidate will act as a proactive business partner in achieving the Company’s business goals and objectives, while protecting the Company’s interests from a legal perspective by identifying and managing regulatory and other risks as well as providing timely, accurate and effective legal advice.   The role will be based in Conshohocken, PA at the Company’s headquarters.   Primary Duties and Responsibilities:  Prepare, review and negotiate various commercial contracts for D&S’s health systems distribution business and the Company’s hospital pharmacy consulting affiliate, including group purchasing organization member agreements, vendor agreements and prime vendor agreements; marketing services agreements; consulting agreements; letters of intent; confidentiality agreements; and technology and licensing agreements.  Provide legal assistance and regulatory guidance across Health Systems & Specialty Care Solutions organization, with a particular emphasis on hospital-facing activity. Build relationships with internal business clients through a responsive, collaborative and solution oriented approach. Conduct regulatory training and work with the compliance team to ensure that policies and procedures are in place to protect the interests of the business. Ensure that all contracts or agreements accurately reflect business objectives as well as compliance with all laws and regulatory requirements. Appraise and keep management informed about the impact of legislative, judicial, and regulatory developments affecting the policies and operations of the business. Work collaboratively with other associates in the Legal Department, as well as Company executives and business unit leaders of various operating divisions. Select and manage outside counsel, including establishing procedures for evaluating the quality and cost of services, on an as-needed basis. Participate in business development meetings and strategic planning sessions to ensure commitments and obligations are in the Company's best interest and no conflict of interest or other issues exist. Performs related duties as assigned.   EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:     Law Degree - must be a graduate of an accredited law school and admitted into the State bar association.  At least three years’ experience with emphasis on drafting, healthcare regulatory and corporate and commercial matters. Law firm experience in commercial transactions and/or mergers and acquisitions preferred.   Experience in government contracting is a plus.   The lawyer in this role is comparable to a junior or mid-level associate in a law firm and is a lawyer who has demonstrated ability to perform sophisticated work as an individual contributor (with appropriate guidance and oversight from his or her manager in most instances).   Minimum Skills, Knowledge, and Ability Requirements: Strong background in contract law, commercial transactions, negotiations and document preparation. Provide legal services in a responsive and efficient manner, collaborating with other legal and business personnel in a team oriented environment Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and experience in dealing with people at all levels inside and outside of a company or firm and proven relationship building skills Goal and process oriented, with a demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks; experience and judgment to plan and accomplish objectives in efficient manner Hands-on attorney who can manage his/her own matters, with limited use or reliance upon outside counsel Excellent communication skills, both oral and written Team player with passion, energy and commitment Excellent judgment and ability to resolve complex issues effectively Strong negotiating skills Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Chicago, Illinois, Our client, a global advertising and public relations company, is actively seeking an attorney to join at the senior counsel level in their busy Chicago office. Target candidates will have 6+ years of transactional experience from a law firm or an in-house legal group (some prior law firm experience preferred) with strong contract/IT experience, as well as trademark, copyright, and some experience with advertising/media. Exposure to privacy law is a plus. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly collaborative legal team at a prestigious international company. Competitive compensation and great benefits!

New York City, New York, Our client is a family/private equity company located in New York City who is looking for a seasoned M & A attorney with approximately 15 plus years of experience to join it’s growing team of in-house legal counsel.  This person will be the senior M & A lawyer for a highly acquisitive entity making majority investments and acquisitions in the middle-market space.  The ideal candidate must have a combination of both large law firm training in a well regarded M & A department (minimum 4 plus years), as well as at least 4 years of experience working in-house focusing primarily on M & A transactions. The Associate General Counsel will be a direct report into the Company’s Chief Legal Officer, and will lead a team of other M & A/Transactional lawyers at the company. The ideal candidate must have a combination of both large law firm training in a well regarded M & A department (minimum 4 plus years), as well as at least 4 years of experience working in-house focusing primarily on M & A transactions. A strong compensation package will be offered.

Chicago, Illinois, Our client, a global advertising and public relations company, is actively seeking a digital advertising attorney to join at the Senior Counsel level. Target candidates will have 5+ years of transactional experience from a law firm and/or an in-house legal department, with a focus on digital media, advertising, marketing, technology, and related matters.  Some knowledge of data privacy laws and policies is a plus. A general technology understanding or related background is also a plus.  Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to join a highly collaborative legal team at a prestigious international company. Competitive compensation and great benefits!

Chicago, Illinois, McCormack Schreiber Legal Search is conducting an exclusive search for a sophisticated company located in the Chicago Loop that is actively seeking a lawyer with 3-5+ years of law firm experience to join its in-house legal group in an underwriting role.  The ideal candidate for this unique in-house opportunity will have a strong law firm litigation or corporate background, and should have some knowledge of and/or interest in insurance-related issues.  Professional liability experience is a plus, and no specific underwriting experience is required.  This individual will work with colleagues and clients on sophisticated underwriting related to new business, renewals, supplemental insurance, and many other related matters. Strong technical skills are a must.  Fantastic opportunity to learn and become a part of a highly regarded industry leader in professional liability insurance.

Burlington, Massachusetts, Citrix Systems has retained Major, Lindsey & Africa on an exclusive basis to conduct a search for a Senior Associate General Counsel, Alliances.  Citrix is an equal opportunity employer. Please do not contact Citrix directly; all resumes sent to Citrix will be routed to MLA for handling and will create delays. Position Description: The Senior Associate General Counsel, Alliances is a strategic and highly visible role, reporting directly to the General Counsel.  S/he will be the lead counsel for all strategic alliance/partnership agreements to ensure that Citrix’s go-to-market programs and strategic partner relationships are structured to achieve the Company’s objectives, while protecting the company’s intellectual property and complying with applicable regulations. Company: Citrix (NASDAQ: CTXS) provides the most comprehensive secure digital workspace that unifies the apps, data and services people need to be productive, and simplifies IT’s ability to adopt and manage complex cloud environments. Citrix solutions are in use by more than 400,000 organizations including 99 percent of the Fortune 100 and 98 percent of the Fortune 500. Experience: At least ten years of legal experience, preferably with a combination of law firm and in-house experience. Expertise with SaaS and Cloud based services is required. Most importantly, the successful candidate will have experience working on partnership, strategic alliance and development agreements whereby one company is providing its IP/IT solution to another to be incorporated into that company’s IT services or vice versa. Compensation: Very completive with experience. Location: The position could be located in Burlington, MA, Fort Lauderdale, FL, Santa Clara, CA or Raleigh, NC. Alternatively, not relocating and working remotely is an option.

Pennsylvania, Overview: The Director, Compliance is responsible for overall legal compliance for the Company focusing on: privacy compliance (including CCPA), business continuity, labor compliance (including wage and hour compliance, I-9 compliance, OSHA compliance, and harassment training), insurance claims processing oversight (all lines), and other ad hoc compliance projects.   Company: Five Below is a rapidly growing, publicly traded, specialty value retailer offering a broad range of trend-right, high-quality merchandise targeted at the teen and pre-teen customer with annual revenues in 2019 of $1.8 billion. The Company offers a dynamic, edited assortment of exciting products, all offered at extreme value. Compensation: A competitive compensation package, consisting of a base salary, bonus and equity, will be offered for this position, consistent with the candidate’s level of experience. Experience: The successful candidate will have at least five years’ experience in privacy law compliance and/or business continuity planning. Experience managing others is required. JD is highly preferred, as is experience in a customer facing industry. Experience with insurance claims management or other compliance program management and a CBCP designation is a plus. Relocation:   Local candidates preferred but relocation will be considered for the right candidate.

Georgia, What does a great Staff Counsel, Vendor Contracting do? As a Staff Counsel, Enterprise Vendor Contracting you will provide strategic sourcing and vendor contract support for enterprise-wide vendor agreements and corporate support functions, including by leading strategic process improvement initiatives; drafting, reviewing and negotiating vendor contracts (software license, hosting and professional service); and providing education and training to relevant Fiserv partners. Acting as legal liaison you provide counsel to contracts professionals, business partners, implementation teams, and technology leaders on legal matters. You develop and maintain all forms of contracts and legal documentation and will lead effective document review, issue-spotting, and problem-solving. In this role, you can expect to: Lead vendor contracting process for assigned functional team(s) Work with internal clients to determine negotiation strategy Draft contracts, order forms, amendments and schedules, ensuring required legal, financial and performance terms are reflected Review vendor contract red-lines and comments and resolve same Identify and call out potential risks and make recommendations to resolve same Understand vendor service offerings and stay current with industry trends and the legal and regulatory landscape of the business Serve as a subject matter expert on Fiserv positions based on the applicable business and vendor profile Lead research, strategic process improvement and other projects Assist in revising and updating standard contract templates and tools Provide input into formulation of Fiserv standard legal and business positions. Act as the lead negotiator of technology solutions and professional services contracts with sophisticated clients and/or vendors. Diagnose complex problems, develop effective recommendations, negotiate resolutions, and resolve issues in a professional manner. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Learn more about Fiserv: To support the total well-being of our associates, Fiserv takes a broad approach to our benefits. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that provides flexibility and affordability with a variety of medical, dental, vision, life insurance and disability options. We are #FISVProud of our benefits and well-being programs. Our commitment to wellness, wellness education, preventive services and fitness activities are designed to meet you where you are. Life moves fast. And as it does, we know most people aren’t thinking about “financial services”. But we are. We help people and businesses move money and information every minute of every day. Our solutions connect financial institutions, corporations, merchants and consumers to one another, millions of times a day, behind the scenes, reliably and securely. We’re Fiserv, a global leader in Fintech and payments enabling innovative financial services experiences that are in step with the way people live and work today. The company’s approximately 44,000 associates proudly serve clients in more than 100 countries, so their customers, members and consumers can move money when and where they need it, at the point of thought. Our Aspiration is to move money and information in a way that moves the world. As a FORTUNE™ 500 company and one of FORTUNE Magazine World’s Most Admired Companies for the seventh consecutive year, we are committed to excellence and purposeful innovation. We welcome and encourage diversity in our workforce. Fiserv is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Females/Vets/Disabled/LGBTQ+) Explore the possibilities of a career with Fiserv and Find Your Forward with us. Basic qualifications for consideration JD from an accredited law school, license to practice, ability to become licensed to practice, in appropriate jurisdiction. 3+ years of relevant experience legal experience working at either a law firm or as in-house counsel Experience in transactional and commercial contract and negotiation You must have strong analytical and decision-making skills and attention to detail, particularly with respect to risk identification and mitigation and contract drafting Prior experience in working with Vendor Contracts You may need to travel up to 15% of the time   Preferred qualifications: Experience with enterprise data security requirements or GDPR data processing requirements  

Gaithersburg, Maryland,  JOB SUMMARY This Senior Counsel, Information Governance will be a new position at Emergent on the Global Employment Law, Litigation & Information Governance team. The position will serve as the legal representative on cross-functional teams for establishing and managing information governance processes such as data classification, records management, legal holds, and eDiscovery, as well as managing or assisting with all non-intellectual property litigation and advising on privacy and cybersecurity issues. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Advise on data protection, cybersecurity, incident/breach response, business continuity and the protection of company assets through the use of cutting-edge technology.  Work with cross-functional teams to assess, design and implement technology and processes for Records Management including retention schedules, Legal holds, and eDiscovery for pre-case assessments, administrative proceedings, investigative matters, and litigation with a focus on compliance and litigation readiness Advise on appropriate retention and destruction policies and processes of various types of data and information Manage third-party subpoena responses Assist with employee and dispute escalations, alternative dispute resolution, and pre-litigation and litigation matters Work closely on global Privacy legal obligations with other legal team members, members of Ethics and Compliance, and IT Security (especially around data mapping and responding to data subject access requests) Monitor and share best practices and trends on legal issue regarding information governance and cybersecurity Identify opportunities to enhance effectiveness of legal department operations. Communicate, educate and train on technology solutions/processes Help drive performance of business objectives by identifying possible solutions for identified legal issues Actively participate in department initiatives and devise scalable processes to support busy legal department Retain, supervise and direct outside counsel and other third-party vendors effectively and efficiently managing legal expenses consistent with the Legal operations budget.   The above statements are intended to describe the nature of work performed by those in this job and are not an exhaustive list of all duties. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time which reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. III. MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS Law Degree from an ABA accredited school and licensed and in good standing in at least one U.S. State 5-10 years of legal experience in a law firm, in-house and/or government setting Significant experience working on setting up and/or overseeing processes/software tools for at least 2 of the following: e-Discovery, data classification, contracts management, and records management Significant experience working with IT/ Information Security teams on programs, policies and processes Significant litigation experience in U.S. state and federal courts Experience with working with teams to implement technology for legal departments and clients/customers Familiarity with privacy law and cybersecurity Preferably experience with US and global issues Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively work in a matrix team environment Strong organizational and prioritization skills in order to effectively manage multiple projects in a fast-moving, quickly-changing environment and communicate across functions effectively Excellent judgment, analytical and strategic thinking skills  Ability to work well in a fast pace, changing environment with confidence, focus, efficiency, and accountability Motivated self-starter who can ask important questions, exercise good judgment, make decisions, and follow-through to completion of projects in an expeditious manner. Strong and consistent attention to detail Willingness to pitch in on varied legal department needs Strong ability to grasp legal issues quickly, exhibit strong analytical problem solving and decision-making skills, exercise sound judgment, and provide practical and constructive legal advice in a time-sensitive, dynamic, and fast-paced complex environment. Strong negotiation and communication skills (both oral and written). Ability to communicate legal and technology issues in a clear and understandable manner to attorneys and non-attorneys. Ability to build relationships across functions and sites and inspires trust and confidence through effective communication and interpersonal skills. Strong work ethic and ability to manage large workload, focus on critical priorities, and otherwise effectively meet client needs directly and with members of the Legal Department. Defines success in terms of team goals, adapts quickly to changing resource requirements, has a clear understanding of other groups’ business priorities, and uses knowledge of organizational culture to achieve objectives.

New York, Our client, an iconic consumer products company,  has a terrific opportunity for an attorney with strong trademarks and copyright licensing/general commercial/marketing experience along with knowledge of food regulatory requirements.   This attorney will report to the General Counsel and enjoy a broad range of transactional and advisory work.  A minimum of 5 years of experience, including some in-house, is strictly required.

New York, Major, Lindsey & Africa  (“MLA”) has been exclusively retained by the  National Urban League  (the “League”) to conduct a search for a  Senior Vice President and General Counsel.  National Urban League is an equal opportunity employer. Overview:  Reporting to the President & CEO, the SVP, General Counsel advises management on legal issues and risks, recommended courses of action, contract management, interpretation of organization policies and procedures, and negotiation strategies. In addition, this role oversees the organization’s corporate compliance initiatives and related policies.  Company:  Founded in 1910, the National Urban League is a historic civil rights organization dedicated to economic empowerment, equality, and social justice in order to elevate the standard of living in historically underserved urban communities. Experience:  At least ten years of progressively responsible experience in a corporation, law firm,  non-profit, or government organization. A broad based, generalist background and experience in a number of the following areas: contracts, transactions and financings, leases/real estate, intellectual property, trademark law, tax, internal investigations, ethics, non-profit governance, compliance, pre-litigation and litigation counseling and management, HR, employment law, insurance matters, and non-profit law. A working knowledge of the history, laws, and regulations that govern civil rights and racial equity. Location:  New York, NY Compensation:  Competitive salary and benefits. Relocation:  Yes, this is a national search.    

Charlotte, North Carolina, Wildlands is seeking an experienced, dynamic attorney to join our growing company in our Charlotte, NC office. This position will lead all legal aspects of the Wildlands’ family of companies including our engineering consulting firm, various mitigation banking entities, real estate firm, and newly formed construction company. The ideal candidate is an innovative thinker, who can be a partner in business, proactive rather than reactive, and will be passionate about how our business can thrive and grow with superior legal guidance and strategic planning. This position has broad duties spanning corporate law, environmental law, real estate law, contract law, and labor and employment law. Major day to day responsibilities of the position include structuring complex real estate transactions, developing and negotiating consulting and subconsultant contracts, preparing construction contracts and change orders, and advising on employment related matters. This position is also charged with keeping up to date on all corporate governance documents, professional and corporate licenses, human resources documents, and company insurance policies. Often this position can be called on to review policy, legal, and statutory documents to advise company leaders on risk management and investment strategies. Wildlands Engineering, Inc. was founded in 2007 and focuses on stream and wetland restoration, watershed planning and assessment, and water quality management. Wildlands Engineering is the leading mitigation provider in North Carolina and is one of the most prolific ecosystem restoration firms in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic. With offices in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia, Wildlands Engineering provides water resources engineering, ecosystem restoration, mitigation banking, and consulting services to an array of clients, including local and state government and conservation organizations. Our dedicated, motivated, and highly trained team has experience in all aspects of mitigation banking, and is vertically integrated from real estate acquisition services, design and permitting to construction, project monitoring, and stewardship. Wildlands Engineering is committed to a watershed and ecosystem approach to ecological restoration and water quality management, and we provide exceptional services to our clients in an uncompromisingly ethical, innovative, and time-sensitive manner. Wildlands Engineering is employee-owned, has a culture defined by innovation and entrepreneurism, and is family-oriented. Wildlands Engineering realizes the importance of a comprehensive benefits program to our employees and their families. As part of Wildlands Engineering’s total compensation package, we offer employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance and employer-sponsored short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance. Employees receive paid vacation time, paid sick time as well as paid holidays, and three annual floating holidays employees may use at their discretion. Wildlands Engineering matches 100% of employee contributions to the employer-provided retirement savings 401(k) plan or Roth 401(k) up to a 5% of salary contribution. As well, all employees are eligible for our generous profit-sharing plan. Key Responsibilities Develop and update corporate documents including operating agreements, intercompany management agreements, and shareholder agreements. Manage contracting with clients, subconsultants, construction firms, and leasing. Manage corporate and human resource policies, including employee handbooks, auto policy, and hiring and termination practices. Develop, prepare, and negotiate terms of real estate transactions including developing option agreements, contracts to purchase, mitigation use rights agreements, and conservation easements. Order and review title work, subordinations, and closing documents. Coordinate with outside legal counsel where necessary. Oversee litigation, conflict resolution, and settlements. Proactively review and advise on legal policy, environmental regulations, and tax law issues. Meet multiple deadlines with a willingness to react positively to changes in priorities. Qualifications 10 plus years of progressive experience working in environmental law, corporate law, real estate law, construction law, or similar. JD degree from an ABA accredited law school. Licensure to practice law in the state of North Carolina and membership with NC State Bar. Experience with real estate contracts is preferred. Experience with contracts related to professional services or construction is preferred. Experience with environmental policy is preferred. Experience preparing technical memorandums or legal briefs. Great attitude, passion, and interpersonal communication skills are a must.

St. Paul, Minnesota, Job Description Summary   Are you someone who can roll up the sleeves and dive deep into work? Are you looking for a position where there are opportunities for growth within an organization? Do you thrive in business oriented environments? If your answer is yes, we have the role for you! Job Description What You Will Do: The Securities Counsel (Counsel 2) will support legal issues and regulatory matters related to a registered investment advisor, a wholesale registered broker/dealer, a trust company and exempt and registered investment products for the Workplace Division. This role will require working closely with the operations, advice, sales, marketing and product development teams on the application of federal and state law and regulation and SEC, DoL, and FINRA rules as they relate to the retirement business. Experience as in-house counsel with subject matter expertise in retirement plans, collective investment trusts and investment advisory programs is preferred. What Success Looks Like: Work on issues where analysis of legal business matters requires an evaluation of various factors and exercises judgment commensurate with experience. Review pre-existing documents and templates within assigned practice area(s). Collaborate with pre-selected outside counsel as directed. Provide a variety of general legal services to a number of in-house constituents, primarily within the legal and compliance department, but will work with business partners with oversight under supervision of more senior attorney with moderate discretion to make independent decisions within predefined guidelines. Confer with business areas as directed. Participate in departmental and cross-functional working groups as directed.  Examples of work: Select from pre-approved, options in template contracts; conduct legal research for more senior attorney; assist in responding to discovery requests; review and approve certain customer correspondence (e.g., letters, advertising). What You Need: JD from an ABA accredited law school Two years of legal experience Licensed or eligible to practice in the applicable state Ability to effectively communicate, both written and oral, with the intended audience Ability to exercise sound judgment in a fast paced environment Ability to exercise agility and adaptability in providing legal advice Comfortable in a rapidly changing corporate environment Proficient using MS Office Office Location:  St. Paul, MN Cedar Rapids, IA Harrison, NY Baltimore, MD Denver, CO Remote  

Raleigh, North Carolina, Major, Lindsey & Africa (MLA) has been exclusively retained by Vontier Corporation to conduct a search for a Vice President & Associate General Counsel - M&A & Strategy. Our client is an equal opportunity employer.   Overview :  The Vice President & Associate General Counsel-M&A & Strategy will oversee the full spectrum of legal M&A and other strategic activities from pre-deal due diligence all the way through post-deal integration, including leading the Legal Department’s activities related to business acquisition and disposition activities around the world.   Company :  Vontier is a global company focused on transportation and mobility.  Its portfolio includes industry-leading expertise in smart cities, mobility infrastructure, retail and commercial fueling, fleet management, and vehicle maintenance and repair.  These innovative companies are leading the way to smarter transportation for a growing, connected world.  Vontier is a $2.7B business active in 40 countries.  Vontier filed its Form 10 Registration with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on September 1, 2020 and will spin-off from Fortive and be listed on the NYSE as “VNT.”  The spin-off is expected to be completed in the fourth quarter of 2020.  Vontier is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, and employs approximately 8,000+ people worldwide. Experience :  The successful candidate will have 8+ years of M&A transactional legal experience ideally gained in a large international law firm setting.  Some in-house experience preferred, but not required.   Location :  Raleigh, North Carolina.   Relocation :  Yes, relocation assistance will be provided.   Interested candidates please submit your resume (in MS Word) to Deborah Ben-Canaan and Joanna Herman via MLA website.  Please do not contact the company directly; all resumes sent to Vontier will be routed to MLA for handling and will create delays. Competitive base, bonus, and equity commensurate with experience.

St. Paul, Minnesota, Job Description Summary   Are you someone who can roll up the sleeves and dive deep into work? Are you looking for a position where there are opportunities for growth within an organization? Do you thrive in business oriented environments? If your answer is yes, we have the role for you! Job Description What You Will Do: The Securities Counsel (Counsel 2) will support legal issues and regulatory matters related to a registered investment advisor, a wholesale registered broker/dealer, a trust company and exempt and registered investment products for the Workplace Division. This role will require working closely with the operations, advice, sales, marketing and product development teams on the application of federal and state law and regulation and SEC, DoL, and FINRA rules as they relate to the retirement business. Experience as in-house counsel with subject matter expertise in retirement plans, collective investment trusts and investment advisory programs is preferred. What Success Looks Like: Work on issues where analysis of legal business matters requires an evaluation of various factors and exercises judgment commensurate with experience. Review pre-existing documents and templates within assigned practice area(s). Collaborate with pre-selected outside counsel as directed. Provide a variety of general legal services to a number of in-house constituents, primarily within the legal and compliance department, but will work with business partners with oversight under supervision of more senior attorney with moderate discretion to make independent decisions within predefined guidelines. Confer with business areas as directed. Participate in departmental and cross-functional working groups as directed.  Examples of work: Select from pre-approved, options in template contracts; conduct legal research for more senior attorney; assist in responding to discovery requests; review and approve certain customer correspondence (e.g., letters, advertising). What You Need: JD from an ABA accredited law school Two years of legal experience Licensed or eligible to practice in the applicable state Ability to effectively communicate, both written and oral, with the intended audience Ability to exercise sound judgment in a fast paced environment Ability to exercise agility and adaptability in providing legal advice Comfortable in a rapidly changing corporate environment Proficient using MS Office Office Location:  St. Paul, MN Remote  

San Jose, California, About Roku: Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. We connect users to the streaming content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers with unique capabilities to engage consumers. Roku streaming players and Roku TV™ models are available around the world through direct retail sales and licensing arrangements with TV brands and pay TV operators. The Role Roku is seeking an experienced Legal Operations Manager to join its growing Legal team. You will help manage the Legal department’s budgeting and internal financial reporting, assist with onboarding of vendors and outside counsel, implement technology solutions and knowledge management tools, help to ensure that records management and other systems are implemented and are being appropriately utilized, and help build team strategy, structure and culture. The role also is key to improving the day-to-day efficiency and effectiveness of the Legal team by creating and improving processes, maintaining records, and coordinating communications between the Legal department and other cross-functional partners. Job Responsibilities Design and manage processes to positively impact the Legal team’s productivity and effectiveness (including finances, knowledge management, eDiscovery, and litigation support) Work proactively with Finance, Planning & Analysis on Legal budget, accruals and forecasting Develop and manage billing and legal billing guidelines Manage all vendor relationships with Legal service and technology solutions providers Partner with teams within Legal to increase productivity, including identifying process improvements and implementing technology solutions like e-billing and matter management Develop and maintain an internal Legal intranet page and content Partner with Learning and Development to facilitate company-wide training on Legal topics Train the Legal team and the broader organization on legal processes and procedures (e.g. new hire on-boarding training, new software or process rollout) Develop and maintain Legal forms, templates, processes and FAQs Support the General Counsel with Legal team structure, strategy, and engagement Help organize Legal team meetings, offsites, and learning and development programs Experience and Qualifications 10+ years of relevant experience working with large or mid-sized in-house legal departments Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required Experience implementing and developing Legal technology solutions and technical awareness to identify need, search for, and adapt to new technology solutions as needed Prior experience in project planning and management is preferred but not required Prior experience developing processes, templates, and FAQs  Strong Microsoft Office skills including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint Experience with Salesforce, NetSuite, Box and Ironclad preferred but not required Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, utilizing effective organizational skills to prioritize and manage deadlines for multiple simultaneous projects for multiple stakeholders Team-player with the ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional role Excellent judgment, discretion, interpersonal skills and highly team-oriented Strong written and oral communication skills

Jacksonville, Florida, Are you interested in being a part of a collaborative, energetic, and business-oriented legal team?  As an attorney at FIS, you’ll have the opportunity to work on some of the most challenging and relevant issues in financial services and information technology.  Our talented people empower us, and we believe in being part of a team that is pragmatic, collegial and enthusiastic about representing a thriving Fortune 500 company in a dynamic corporate industry.   About the team The FIS Legal team is comprised of approximately 200 attorneys and paraprofessionals worldwide who enjoy being an advisor to and partner with our businesses to help the company achieve its goals.  We work collaboratively with each other and with our business colleagues to solve problems in an effective and pragmatic manner.  We view our role as one of supporting our business leaders in a variety of legal matters, and we strive to assist our businesses in meeting their objectives with sound, reasonable and well-considered legal counsel.    What you will be doing You will be responsible for preparing and negotiating contract documentation with commercial clients of the company, principally financial institutions and sophisticated entities in the financial services and payments industries.  You will provide legal advice and counsel to business units within the company on a wide variety of issues that arise in the context of commercial contracts and information technology and payments services in areas that include software licensing, data security, privacy and regulatory matters.    You will also: review, prepare and negotiate information and technology services contracts, software licenses, and other outsourcing and information services agreements for services and products provided to financial institutions and other business entities perform legal research and analysis on commercial contract and information technology law issues, as well as software licensing, payment processing and payment services, including data security and privacy, technology development, and commercial services advise business colleagues on legal issues relating to commercial contracts, product development and compliance, and relating to various company products and services counsel business colleagues in connection with client relationships, including commercial contract dispute matters    What you bring:   You must have a college degree and a Juris Doctor from an accredited US law school and be licensed to practice law in at least one US jurisdiction.  You must have a minimum of 8-10 years’ in the practice of law in a high-quality law firm or in-house environment, and be a seasoned, experienced legal professional with a full understanding of corporate and commercial contract issues. You must possess considerable knowledge of and experience with the principles involved in drafting information and technology services agreements, software license agreements, and general commercial contracts. You must have strong analytical and advisory skills, including the ability to review and evaluate multi-faceted issues and counsel business colleagues on complex legal questions relating to various business matters, such as product development and compliance.  You must possess the ability to use creative problem-solving skills to resolve issues in a pragmatic and sound manner. You must have strong communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with senior management, outside legal counsel, and internal and external clients. This includes strong writing skills and the ability to draft contracts, dispute resolution documentation and other legal communications. You must have strong negotiation and deal-making skills, including the ability to balance the company’s goals and the client’s needs, as well as the ability to deal with multiple parties with competing interests. You must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, colleagues and opposing counsel, and be able to work collaboratively with other team members, both within the Legal Dept and in other groups.  You must also be able to mentor others in their professional legal development. You must have the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, including the lead role in a wide variety of matters with both legal and non-legal professionals. You must be comfortable with technology and the use of technology tools in performing your daily work responsibilities.   Added bonus if you have: Experience or expertise in the payments services or data processing industry, or in working closely with financial institutions on their technology matters.    What we offer you: A multifaceted and challenging legal career with a high degree of responsibility A broad spectrum of legal experiences with a thriving Fortune 500 corporation in an innovative, ever-changing industry A modern work environment, and a collaborative and dedicated group of colleagues who look forward to working together as a team to accomplish our goals A competitive salary and a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing The chance to work on some of the most challenging, relevant legal issues in financial services and information technology