Legal Counsel

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CLASS: LEGAL/REAL ESTATE

A career at Jones Lang LaSalle puts you in the center of one of the largest, most sophisticated commercial real estate and investment management firms in the world.

We currently have open the position of Counsel to support the Work Dynamics group in the Americas.

Counsel – Americas Work Dynamics – Chicago, Illinois

Responsibilities:

• Review, prepare, and negotiate contracts with third-party vendors performing a variety of outsourced services; forms will include Service Contractor Agreements and Professional Consulting Agreements.
• Provide legal assistance in the development, review, and updating of firm policies, procedures, template agreements, and department best practices.
• Counsel management with respect to compliance and ethics, and conduct internal training and information sessions.
• Liaise with the firm’s Risk Management Department to identify/assess liability for provision of services.
• Exercise good commercial judgment to understand business needs and provide appropriate and responsive legal support.
• Act as internal clients’ trusted colleague who coordinates strategy with respect to commercial contracting, compliance, contractual disputes, and best practices.
• Enhance and support the department’s technology solutions and knowledge management efforts.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. state.
• Prefer 3-7 years’ experience in a law firm or in-house with experience negotiating and drafting contracts.
• Ability to conceptualize and articulate practical and creative solutions to meet business needs and legal requirements.
• Ability to work independently, but in a team environment.

Start a lasting career with Jones Lang LaSalle today!

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. To be considered, please visit our website at www.joneslanglasalle.com/us to apply online.

Jones Lang LaSalle is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Location: On-site – Chicago, IL

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical, and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care.
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary.
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays.

This position may require you to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may contact us at Accommodation Requests.

Pursuant to the Arizona Civil Rights Act, criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment.

Pursuant to Illinois Law, applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest.

Pursuant to Columbia, SC ordinance, this position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.

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