We are looking for a Commercial Contracts Attorney for a 06 months contract position in New York City, NY (Hybrid).
Position: Commercial Contracts Attorney
Work Location: New York City, NY
Hybrid Schedule (3 days on site, 2 days remote)
Duration: 06 Months (Possible contract to hire role)
Summary:
A global professional services corporation seeks an experienced Commercial Contracts Attorneys for an ongoing temporary assignment in their NYC location.
The Temporary Commercial Contracts Attorney will advise clients domestically and internationally on a wide range of matters, including structuring, negotiating and drafting a variety of general and specialized agreements necessary for the day-to-day operations of a cutting-edge global science and technology non-profit organization. Issues range from commercial legal advice to preservation of the non-profit status of the organization. The agreements include licensing, electronic publishing, IT, and consulting agreements, as well as related commercial agreements relevant to a dynamic business environment. This role functions as an intermediate individual contributor.
Key Responsibilities:
Provides advice and counsel, negotiates, and drafts both domestic and international commercial, business and operational contracts
Uses and modifies standard forms and templates from a robust internal forms library in the marketing, publishing, education, technical conference and membership operations of the organization
Develops and incorporates the implementation of new technology solutions (such as, but not limited to, contract management systems)
Provides training on issues relating to commercial law, contract formation and other legal subjects
Provides general legal advice to various departments within the organization
Collaborates on additional legal projects of interest
Raises the profile of the Legal and Compliance Department
Continuously develops personal and professional skills
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, Science/Tech undergraduate degree helpful but not required
J.D., Doctor of Jurisprudence from national law school
2-4 years experience in adept at providing commercial legal advice, contract drafting, negotiation and review experience
In-house Corporate or law firm experience required
Member in good standing of the NY or NJ state Bar.
Skills and Requirements:
Must have the ability to manage large volumes of commercial contract review with consistency, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Must be able to advise on a wide variety of legal issues
Experience representing non-profit organizations a plus
Excellent drafting and negotiating skills, along with excellent business judgment and critical thinking skills. Strong attention to detail a must
Experience with technology contracts a plus
Must effectively communicate across all levels and display the ability to diplomatically interact with other stakeholders to influence operational, policy and process goals
Must be well-spoken, with leadership potential, Well-versed in commercial business practices, customary provisions, and key issues in a wide range of unique situations
Familiar with policies and practices of leading non-profit charities, as well as academic and research organizations
Must have experience advising clients, working directly with senior managers and suppliers
Proactive self-starter, with strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple projects and business needs
Service-oriented legal counsel with excellent interpersonal skills and a keen interest and capability in collaborating with both legal and non-legal colleagues
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