QTS Realty Trust
Corporate Counsel
QTS Realty Trust, Overland Park, Kansas, United States, 66213
It's pretty exciting, to find yourself standing in a pivotal moment in time. It’s even more exciting to be out front leading it. At QTS, our world-class data centers are supporting our customers' most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital transformation.As AI and cloud drive the demand for increased speed, capacity and capability, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation, QTS designs, builds and operates some of the world’s most advanced, forward-thinking data centers. QTS is a portfolio company of Blackstone.QTS is
Powered by People . People who play a vital role in our company’s culture, innovation and growth. People who are committed to contributing to the communities where we operate and work. People who are knowledgeable, resourceful and mission-driven. Together, we do great things.Who You Are:As the Corporate Counsel, you are a dedicated and knowledgeable legal professional with a strong background in corporate law. You have experience handling general corporate matters, regulatory and compliance issues, insurance, and vendor contract negotiations. You are adept at drafting and negotiating various transactional documents and are well-versed in internal corporate policies and procedures.The Impact You Will Have:You will play a crucial role in supporting the company’s legal operations. Your expertise will ensure that the company navigates legal complexities effectively, maintains compliance with regulations, and manages risks associated with insurance and vendor contracts. Your contributions will help streamline internal policies and procedures, ultimately facilitating smoother business operations and strategic growth.What You Will Do:Negotiating and drafting customer and vendor contracts as well as various other transactional mattersAssisting with legal and regulatory complianceAssisting with compliance with various domestic and international privacy lawsAssisting with the company’s data security programAssisting with management of the Company’s insurance program and operationsAssisting with a variety of other legal functions such as loans, joint ventures, acquisitions, construction, real estate, intellectual property protection, tax abatements, litigation, etc.Managing collections on customer accountsPerforming a broad range of legal matters and general business matters based on the needs of the company, as assigned.Working with and managing outside counsel, counterparties, insurers, and other third parties as neededWhat You Will Need to be Successful:J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school with strong academic credentialsAdmission to the Bar of a U.S. state or the District of ColumbiaThree or more years of legal experience as a practicing lawyer working in a general corporate transactional practiceAbility to effectively manage others, including outside counsel and service providersPreferred Qualifications:Experience with project finance and/or asset-based lendingThe Perks (and these are just a few!):Employee Stock PurchaseEagle Club award trip eligibilityTuition assistance, parental leave and military leave assistanceTotal RewardsThis role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits.This position is Bonus eligible.We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.QTS 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, please send an e-mail to talentacquisition@qtsdatacenters.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.At QTS, we’re fearlessly leading the way by redefining what it means to be a data center provider. QTS is entrusted with providing world-class data center solutions to enterprises, government agencies as well as the largest and fastest growing technology companies in the world.We are powered by people.
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Powered by People . People who play a vital role in our company’s culture, innovation and growth. People who are committed to contributing to the communities where we operate and work. People who are knowledgeable, resourceful and mission-driven. Together, we do great things.Who You Are:As the Corporate Counsel, you are a dedicated and knowledgeable legal professional with a strong background in corporate law. You have experience handling general corporate matters, regulatory and compliance issues, insurance, and vendor contract negotiations. You are adept at drafting and negotiating various transactional documents and are well-versed in internal corporate policies and procedures.The Impact You Will Have:You will play a crucial role in supporting the company’s legal operations. Your expertise will ensure that the company navigates legal complexities effectively, maintains compliance with regulations, and manages risks associated with insurance and vendor contracts. Your contributions will help streamline internal policies and procedures, ultimately facilitating smoother business operations and strategic growth.What You Will Do:Negotiating and drafting customer and vendor contracts as well as various other transactional mattersAssisting with legal and regulatory complianceAssisting with compliance with various domestic and international privacy lawsAssisting with the company’s data security programAssisting with management of the Company’s insurance program and operationsAssisting with a variety of other legal functions such as loans, joint ventures, acquisitions, construction, real estate, intellectual property protection, tax abatements, litigation, etc.Managing collections on customer accountsPerforming a broad range of legal matters and general business matters based on the needs of the company, as assigned.Working with and managing outside counsel, counterparties, insurers, and other third parties as neededWhat You Will Need to be Successful:J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school with strong academic credentialsAdmission to the Bar of a U.S. state or the District of ColumbiaThree or more years of legal experience as a practicing lawyer working in a general corporate transactional practiceAbility to effectively manage others, including outside counsel and service providersPreferred Qualifications:Experience with project finance and/or asset-based lendingThe Perks (and these are just a few!):Employee Stock PurchaseEagle Club award trip eligibilityTuition assistance, parental leave and military leave assistanceTotal RewardsThis role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits.This position is Bonus eligible.We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.QTS 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, please send an e-mail to talentacquisition@qtsdatacenters.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.At QTS, we’re fearlessly leading the way by redefining what it means to be a data center provider. QTS is entrusted with providing world-class data center solutions to enterprises, government agencies as well as the largest and fastest growing technology companies in the world.We are powered by people.
And we’d like to invite you to join us.
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