In-House Counsel, Commercial Contracts - Schaumburg, IL (Hybrid)

Convergint is looking for an experienced In-House Counsel focused in Commercial Contracts to be responsible for reviewing, editing, and negotiating complex commercial, services, and construction contracts drafted by our customers consistent with Convergint’s internal contracting requirements. You will work closely with our customers, sales executives, contract managers, legal department colleagues, and other colleagues to manage a large volume of commercial contracts. As an In-House Counsel, you are a part of a dynamic legal team which allows you to grow as Convergint grows.

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Who You Are

You have a passion for providing world-class service to customers, colleagues, and communities. You are a person of integrity with a commitment to growth, accountability and delivering results. You value a positive culture and embrace inclusion. You strive to be the best version of yourself at work and home. You want to grow with us and deliver results as an exceptional In-House Counsel.

Who We Are

With 20-years of proven growth and exceptional performance, our mission is to be our customer’s best service provider. We realize the importance of diversity in achieving that goal. Our company was built upon a solid foundation of 10 Values and Beliefs which drive our unmatched culture, making us the #1 global, serviced-based systems integrator in the industry.  We take great pride in protecting the lives and assets of our customers and their communities with the solutions we provide

Convergint's greatest strength is our people! Every colleague is encouraged to participate in our Recruit Awesome People program, helping us grow Convergint by promoting our colleague-first culture and referring top talent to the Talent Acquisition Team and hiring managers.

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What You’ll Do 

• Contract Negotiation:  Review, redline, and professionally negotiate a high volume of commercial contracts including construction contracts, maintenance contracts, managed services agreements, master service agreements, data privacy agreements, software-as-a-service agreements, NDAs, sourcing and professional services agreements, to meet legal, finance, compliance, and regulatory requirements following internal processes and procedures.
• Risk Identification: Review contract terms to identify potential risk and compliance issues which deviate from company contract guidelines and risk tolerance.
• Bids and Requests for Production:  Review, revise, negotiate, and draft supporting materials related to bids and contracts. 
• Analysis/Advice:  Provide legal and compliance analysis and guidance to sales and leadership.
• Government Contracts:  Identify issues, revise, negotiate, and draft contracts with federal, state, and local government agencies.
• Internal Collaboration:  Collaborate with multiple departments including sales, finance, sales operations, IT, procurement and other cross functional groups on contractual issues and other internal projects.
• Research:  Research legal issues using online tools and legal research websites.

What You’ll Need

• Knowledge:  Business and technical knowledge of key contract terms, privacy issues, and information security provisions.
• Skills:  Ability to work independently, multi-task, and prioritize.  Ability to be flexible, adaptable, detail and service oriented.
• Communication:  Excellent verbal and written communication and contract drafting skills.

• Technical Skills:  Proficient in redlining documents in Microsoft Word, use of Outlook, Smartsheets, PDF software, and PowerPoint.  Ability to learn and become proficient with Bluebeam and Icertis CLM.

• Travel: Occasional travel required.

Company Benefits and Perks

Convergint fosters a supportive, accessible, and inclusive environment in which individuals of different backgrounds and identities are able to realize their maximum potential within the company. We offer a variety of programs and exceptional benefits to all of our colleagues:

• Company Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Fun & Laughter Day Off
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plan
• Life insurance & Disability Plan
• Wellness Program
• 401K Matching Plan
• Colleague Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive salary and compensation plan
• Corporate Social Responsibility Day
• And much more…

Requirements:

Education: 

• J.D degree from an ABA accredited law school.

License:

• Active bar membership in good standing in Illinois

Minimum Experience:

• Minimum 2 years reviewing, revising, negotiating and summarizing various commercial agreements. 

Preferred Experience (but not required):

• Familiarity with technology and privacy laws, and construction law concepts.

Convergint is committed to a culture of Inclusion and Diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Visit our Convergint careers site to learn more about the company and the exciting opportunities available.