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EcoVadis
Corporate Lawyer (Legal Counsel Expert)
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A Corporate Lawyer specializes in corporate law. They ensure the legality of commercial transactions, advising corporations on their legal rights and duties, including the duties and responsibilities of corporate officers.
$186,108 / year median in Texas
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Company DescriptionWork smart, have fun and make an impact!
Our purpose is to guide all companies toward a sustainable world. EcoVadis is the leading provider of business sustainability ratings. Our solutions are backed by an international team of experts and powerful technology. We analyze data and build sustainability scorecards that give companies actionable insights into their environmental, social and ethical risks. Why apply to EcoVadis? Be a part of the global sustainability change in business. Grow your career. Work with extraordinary people. Feel valued for your contribution.
Learn more about our team and culture on EcoVadis careers page.
Job DescriptionAs a key member of the EcoVadis Legal Team, the Legal Counsel Expert reports to the Head of Legal. You will provide legal support for transactional, compliance, and governance matters, acting as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders across the organization.
Scope of duties and responsibilitiesProvide legal advice, serving as lead lawyer on legal requestsProvide legal guidance on contract risks and commercial solutions, helping Sales team identify appropriate approaches while balancing business objectives and legal requirementsDraft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including SaaS agreements, contract addenda, NDAs, termination letters and other customer - facing documentMaintain contract templates, oversee internal approval workflows, and collaborate with insurance brokers on contractual endorsementsProvide ongoing training and training sessions to the Americas Sales Team on legal mattersMonitor regulatory developments impacting EcoVadis business, assess potential implications and risks, and provide timely updates and recommendations on actions needed to address upcoming requirementsCoordinate external legal counsel supportPerform other duties as reasonably needed and directed by Senior ManagementQualificationsJuris Doctor (J.D.) from an American Bar Association accredited law school10 years of experience as a U.S. practicing transactional lawyer, including at least 3 years of SaaS negotiationsActive license to practice law in the United StatesExcellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication, negotiation and contract drafting skills, including the ability to correspond professionally and be approachable with legal advice tailored appropriately to the audience, both across EcoVadis and with contracting counterparty legal representatives
Can the hiring process be adjusted to suit my needs? Yes. We want everyone going through the hiring process with EcoVadis to feel confident that you are able to demonstrate your full potential. We welcome applications from disabled people, people with long-term health conditions, and neurodiverse candidates. If you need any adjustments, including the provision of interview questions, please let the hiring team know.
Our team's strength comes from everyone's uniqueness and is founded upon mutual respect. EcoVadis commits to equity, inclusion and reducing bias in our hiring processes. EcoVadis does not accept any form of discrimination based on color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, beliefs, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, neurodiversity, disability, parental status, or any other protected characteristic that makes you unique. In your application, we encourage you to remove personal information such as: photographs, marital status, number of children, religion, gender, residential postal code, university graduation date, past medical or parental leave(s) taken, nationality (instead, please state if you are legally eligible to work in the job region/country), university name (instead, please state any degrees obtained and the study major).
Our purpose is to guide all companies toward a sustainable world. EcoVadis is the leading provider of business sustainability ratings. Our solutions are backed by an international team of experts and powerful technology. We analyze data and build sustainability scorecards that give companies actionable insights into their environmental, social and ethical risks. Why apply to EcoVadis? Be a part of the global sustainability change in business. Grow your career. Work with extraordinary people. Feel valued for your contribution.
Learn more about our team and culture on EcoVadis careers page.
Job DescriptionAs a key member of the EcoVadis Legal Team, the Legal Counsel Expert reports to the Head of Legal. You will provide legal support for transactional, compliance, and governance matters, acting as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders across the organization.
Scope of duties and responsibilitiesProvide legal advice, serving as lead lawyer on legal requestsProvide legal guidance on contract risks and commercial solutions, helping Sales team identify appropriate approaches while balancing business objectives and legal requirementsDraft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including SaaS agreements, contract addenda, NDAs, termination letters and other customer - facing documentMaintain contract templates, oversee internal approval workflows, and collaborate with insurance brokers on contractual endorsementsProvide ongoing training and training sessions to the Americas Sales Team on legal mattersMonitor regulatory developments impacting EcoVadis business, assess potential implications and risks, and provide timely updates and recommendations on actions needed to address upcoming requirementsCoordinate external legal counsel supportPerform other duties as reasonably needed and directed by Senior ManagementQualificationsJuris Doctor (J.D.) from an American Bar Association accredited law school10 years of experience as a U.S. practicing transactional lawyer, including at least 3 years of SaaS negotiationsActive license to practice law in the United StatesExcellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication, negotiation and contract drafting skills, including the ability to correspond professionally and be approachable with legal advice tailored appropriately to the audience, both across EcoVadis and with contracting counterparty legal representatives
Additional InformationBeginning:
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Anywhere in the USIn return for your expertise and energy, we offer: Support with all the necessary office and IT equipmentFlexible working hoursWellness allowance for mental and physical wellbeingAccess to professional mental health supportReferral bonus policyLearning and development Sustainability events and community involvementPeer recognition programEmployee-led resource groupsGreat 401K matching program Medical coverage benefits for you and your dependents including health, vision and dental Monthly Allowance for electricity and InternetHybrid work organization (from the office or from home)Don't fit all the criteria but still think you'd be a good candidate? Please apply anyway to give our hiring team the opportunity to assess your skills and to learn more about what you could bring to EcoVadis. We're interested in hiring capable people, regardless of professional and educational background.Can the hiring process be adjusted to suit my needs? Yes. We want everyone going through the hiring process with EcoVadis to feel confident that you are able to demonstrate your full potential. We welcome applications from disabled people, people with long-term health conditions, and neurodiverse candidates. If you need any adjustments, including the provision of interview questions, please let the hiring team know.
Our team's strength comes from everyone's uniqueness and is founded upon mutual respect. EcoVadis commits to equity, inclusion and reducing bias in our hiring processes. EcoVadis does not accept any form of discrimination based on color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, beliefs, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, neurodiversity, disability, parental status, or any other protected characteristic that makes you unique. In your application, we encourage you to remove personal information such as: photographs, marital status, number of children, religion, gender, residential postal code, university graduation date, past medical or parental leave(s) taken, nationality (instead, please state if you are legally eligible to work in the job region/country), university name (instead, please state any degrees obtained and the study major).