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Legal Counsel - Siemens Digital Industries Software

Siemens, Chicago, IL, United States


Siemens DigitalIndustries Software (DI SW) is a leading provider of comprehensive digital solutions,offering software tools, technologies, and services aimed at helping industriesoptimize their operations, enhance productivity, and innovate across variousstages of the product lifecycle. The DI SW Legal department is aglobal team located all over the world, with its headquarters in the US. AsSiemens DI SW continues to expand our global presence and navigate the complexlandscape of software and cloud services, we recognize the need for a seasonedlegal professional to join our Legal team as Legal Counsel. The Central Legal Hub is a team of legal experts providing supportfrom multiple locations around the US, with diverse individual areas ofexpertise operating as a single cohesive unit, that leverages the strength ofteamwork and a uniquely global perspective to address both ongoing andunexpected legal challenges of the continuously evolving DI SW businessWhat role will you play? You will be a legal partner to the Siemens DI SW business as partof the Central Legal Hub. You will play a crucial role in shaping the global legal strategy;balancing recurring standard transactional demands and novel legal scenarios; andensuring the seamless integration of various business needs into our corporate framework.We are seeking an individual with a strong commitment to excellence, a growthmindset, the ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, and adesire to contribute to the growth and and effectiveness of a close andreliable team. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker who is agile in theirareas of expertise; is capable of managing a high volume of agreements andnavigating high-complexity transactions; while simultaneously promoting thedigitalization and automation of key legal processes to optimize operationalefficiency and effectiveness. We expect you to: AgreementManagement: Autonomouslynegotiate and manage a high volume of agreements, ranging from standard tohighly complex, ensuring compliance with regulatory and policy requirements,while maintaining a customer focus.Act as thelead or sole legal business partner for non-standard or unique transactionssuch as for new business models or newly acquired companies pre-integration.DigitalizationProjects:Identifyopportunities for digitalization and automation solutions to streamline legaloperations. Participatein or lead projects aimed at enhancing global processes and improvingefficiencies.GlobalReach:Perform theabove responsibilities on a global scale, collaborating with internationalteams and serving as a point of contact for legal matters in variousjurisdictions and across multiple time zones.Ensureseamless communication and coordination between legal and business teams acrossdifferent regions.InternalTeam and Cross-Functional Collaboration:Collaboratewith senior executives and cross-functional teams within the organization,providing legal insights to support business objectives.Act as a keylegal advisor on strategic initiatives and projects.We are looking fora fully qualified lawyer (US JD, LL.M. orcomparable degree from another jurisdiction and admission to practice law inthe jurisdiction) Fluent in English (mother tongue or long-termwork experience in English drafting, EU level C2)10+ years of experience in transactional lawas the lead legal partner in negotiations, with a focus on software and cloudservicesa proven track record of managing complexagreements and transactions on a global scaleHigh awareness of client satisfaction andstrong ability to work with different culturesWillingness to closely collaborate and regularlycommunicate with your Central Legal team membersDesirable: Experience in leading or participating in digitalization projects.Experience with working for a US software or technology company inan international setting.Why us? Workingat Siemens Software means flexibility - Choosing between working at home andthe office at other times is the norm here. We offer great benefits andrewards, as you'd expect from a world leader in industrial software. Acollection of over 377,000 minds building the future, one day at a time in over200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we welcome applications thatreflect the diversity of the communities we work in. All employment decisionsat Siemens are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Bring yourcuriosity and creativity and help us shape tomorrow! Siemens Software. Transform the EverydayThe salary range for this position is $120,800 to$217,400 and this role is eligible to earn incentive compensation. The actualcompensation offered is based on the successful candidate’s work location aswell as additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, andrelevant education/training.  Siemensoffers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Detailsregarding our benefits can be found here: . In addition, this position is eligible for time off in accordance withCompany policies, including paid sick leave, paid parental leave, PTO (fornon-exempt employees) or non-accrued flexible vacation (for exempt employees).#LI-PLM#LI-REMOTEEqual Employment Opportunity StatementSiemens is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.Reasonable AccommodationsIf you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please fill out the accommodations form by clicking on this link Accommodation for disability form If you’re unable to complete the form, you can reach out to our AskHR team for support at 1-866-743-6367. Please note our AskHR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status. EEO is the LawApplicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination. To learn more, Click here.Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination ProvisionSiemens follows Executive Order 11246, including the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. To learn more, Click here.California Privacy NoticeCalifornia residents have the right to receive additional notices about their personal information. To learn more, click here.Job ID:430874Company:Siemens Industry Software Inc.Organization:Digital IndustriesJob Family:Legal & ComplianceExperience Level:Experienced ProfessionalFull Time / Part Time:Full-timeRemote vs Office:Remote onlyContract Type:PermanentDepartment:Legal & Compliance