Legal Counsel

Job ID#: 30140

Legal Counsel based in Houston needed for International consulting firm 

Description:

• Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and advising on variety of agreements and all types of contracts with  clients and suppliers including professional services agreements, master service agreement, engagement agreements, license agreements, reliance letters, NDAs/Joinder, etc.
• Supporting US energy business unit in Houston by working closely with its consultancy staff and engagement partners in the office.
• Supporting the internal business functions that are based in the United States on a wide breadth of matters.
• Conducting research and analysis on legal and contractual matters to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Participating in proposal reviews (RFP, ITP) and providing an overview of legal Terms and Conditions, risks, and strategic considerations.
• Advising on privacy laws and regulations (US, UK and EU) with the ability to apply advice to real-world situations and execute on related tasks.
• Drafting and negotiating a wide range of technology agreements including technology/licensing/development agreements, technology partner agreements and vendor support.

Experience needed:

• Juris Doctorate required.
• Must be admitted to practice law in one or more states. Texas preferred.
• 3+ years’ experience at a major law firm and/or in-house legal department with commercial law experience (with emphasis on contract essentials), technology transaction experience and data privacy experience.
• Organized with an ability to work independently and as part of a small team with the Senior Legal Counsel located in New York.
• Able to prioritize and manage time, and client expectations, in the face of competing demands, often without direct guidance as we scale our rapidly expanding business

Founded in 1998, Professional Alternatives is an award-winning recruiting and that utilizes technology and relationships to deliver top talent. Connect with us today!