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Ames, IA | Hybrid Job Description Siemens Digital Industries Software is looking to hire a Legal Manager to join the team responsible for negotiating customer contracts for the Americas zone for the Global Sales channel. The individual in this role will manage a team of attorneys and contracts managers who are partnering with the business on commercial transactions and partner with the business themselves on commercial transactions. The successful candidate will be part of a global team which is primarily based in the US and will report to a US manager. Key Responsibilities This role includes performance of the following: Managing a team of approximately 3 attorneys and contracts managers Providing legal support and counsel to the business in the US, including with a focus on contracts in the aerospace and defense vertical, Components contracts and contracts with the US government, including working with Siemens Government Technologies Autonomously conducting contract negotiations with clients with a focus on software licensing, cloud offerings and data protection Coordinate responses to customer contract clauses, concerns and questions by seeking internal feedback from subject matter experts across the global organization (includes members of Finance, Cybersecurity, Privacy, Government, Risk Management, etc.) Partner with internal clients and finance during contract negotiations Conduct training on legal issues for our business partners Handle matters of high risk, complexity and visibility within the business Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience Licensed to practice law in the United States 10+ years of experience drafting and negotiating complex legal agreements Demonstrated expertise negotiating contracts with the US Government is a strong plus An interest and willingness to explore and utilize AI tools to streamline legal workflows Exceptional customer-centric responsiveness and professional demeanor Flexibility to adjust and thrive in a fast-paced environment with evolving requirements Proven ability to thrive as part of a globally distributed, highly matrixed virtual team. Strong attention to detail "Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States".