Counsel - Contracts & IS/IT
Company: Danone North America
Location: White Plains
Posted on: April 24, 2024
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Job Description:
About the jobOur Legal team monitors the legal landscape and
provides strategic guidance to drive the business forward. By
joining this team, you will work closely with colleagues across
many Danone functions with a focus on Contracts, IS/IT and Cycles &
Procurement. You will assess the risks, evaluate effects, and
propose sustainable solutions that have a positive impact. We are
currently looking to hire aCounsel -Contracts & IS/IT for a hybrid
position based inBroomfield, CO or White Plains, NY. The role will
include the following scope:Primary legal contact for IS/IT and
other teams in providing strategic advice and legal support Support
transformation projects as well as technology and other complex
transactions Negotiate and draft of a wide range of commercial and
technology agreements including SaaS Agreements, MSAs, Professional
Services, Subscription Services, Outsourcing Agreements, Hardware
Agreements, e-Commerce Agreements, Licensing Agreements, Cloud
Services Agreements, and Data Protection Agreements Analyze and
interpret existing agreements to provide advice and guidance
Support areas including information systems and technology,
digital, AI, GenAI, cybersecurity, outsourcing, and market data and
usage Provide accurate, reasoned, and concise legal advice to
business teams at all levels and across multiple businesses without
undue reliance on outside counsel Work with Contracts team in
developing, improving, and implementing templates, contracting
guidelines, processes, and training Handle a diverse range of
duties and responsibilities effectively while exercising initiative
and independent judgment in a fast-paced, multinational environment
Stay abreast of relevant and emerging trends in the law Report
directly to the Associate General Counsel, ContractsAbout youAbout
you: Juris doctor degree from a top-tier law school Minimum of 7
years of experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal department
with specific IS/IT experienceSkilled attorney with experience in
complex commercial transactions and a broad general knowledge of
legal issues facing technology Willing to travel occasionally for
the role (10%)Ability to identify legal issues quickly and
communicate sound, understandable and practical legal
recommendations to the business effectively Possess strong work
ethic, a "hands on" mentality, take ownership of work product, and
can work in a multinational environment on a collaborative legal
team Strategic thinker with ability to work independently through
issues, evaluate risks and make sound judgment or escalate issues
as necessary in a fast-moving environment Knowledge of IP, privacy
and/or anti-trust a plus Experience in implementing and using
contract management software a plus Strong oral communication,
interpersonal, and negotiation skills An ability to relate to a
diverse client base and provide creative and clear counsel to the
business to achieve company objectivesThe base compensation range
for this position is $145,000-$175,000 commensurate with
experience. Danone North America additionally offers a
performance-based bonus and has a strong benefits package including
Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan,
Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible
Time Off, and Paid Parental Bonding Leave, among other benefit plan
options. To give our employees flexibility, Danone is a hybrid work
environment with opportunities to work both remotely and in
office.About usAbout Us: At Danone North America, you'll work with
some of the best-known food and beverage brands in the world
likeActivia, Silk, Two Good, Oikos, evian, and Happy Family. You'll
be part of one of the largest Certified B Corps--- in the world,
working together to make sure our brands create real benefits for
people, communities, and the planet. We have 6,000+ employees
across the U.S. and Canada. Come join our movement for a healthier
world:One Planet. One Health BY YOU.Danone North America doesn't
just welcome what makes you unique, we value it. We're proud to be
an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All hires to
our team are based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We
recruit, employ, train and promote regardless of race, color,
religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, age, veteran status, genetic characteristic or any
other protected status. Faithful to our values of openness and
humanism, all of our employees share in the commitment to engage
one another with dignity and respect.
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