Allied Universal®
Vice President, Corporate Counsel - Contracts
Allied Universal®, Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, United States,
Vice President, Corporate Counsel - Contracts
OverviewAllied Universal, North America's leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse, and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more for most full-time positions!
Job DescriptionAllied Universal is hiring a Vice President, Corporate Counsel - Contracts. The Vice President, Corporate Counsel - Contracts is a vital part of the Legal Services Group and various lines of business within the organization. The Vice President will manage and oversee a phenomenal team of legal professionals, be part of a collaborative legal team, and will operate from the organization's Eastern corporate headquarters in Conshohocken, PA, reporting to the EVP/General Counsel North America.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Commercial Transactions
Draft, review, interpret, and negotiate various contracts and other legal documents focusing on customer and vendor contracts for various business lines.
Participate in and/or lead negotiations related to contractual terms and conditions.
Review and develop Allied Universal contract templates in the various lines of business.
Implement and maintain policies, procedures, and protocols to enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, and consistency of executing commercial transactions.
Support the organization's mergers and acquisitions goals and objectives.
Regulatory
Develop and implement internal process improvements to ensure and promote compliance with laws, regulations, and company policies; focus on regulations pertaining to the North America lines of business, with specific emphasis on the security industry.
Identify potential areas of regulatory vulnerability and risk; develop and implement action plans for resolution of problematic issues; and provide general guidance on how to avoid or address similar situations in the future.
Develop and deliver employee training on various compliance and regulatory matters and provide regular updates on regulatory developments to relevant organizational leaders.
Develop strategic responses to various complex issues that arise through a client and/or vendor relationship that might involve regulatory requirements or contractual provisions.
Independently develop and drive large-scale projects, such as policy rollouts, stakeholder communication and cadence, engagement, and advocate for best practices.
Leadership
Successfully lead and develop team members (including a record of full-time management duties of other attorneys serving as candidates' direct reports), as well as balance and successfully execute and complete individual matters.
QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):
Law degree from an accredited law school.
Minimum of six (6) years of experience as a regulatory and transactional lawyer in a large corporate law firm.
Minimum of three (3) years of in-house legal experience.
Proven record of independent oversight of major large-scale corporate/cross-functional projects.
Experience in federal, state, and local government contracting and international transactions.
Ability to support business leaders on international contracting and manage/create efficient contract and compliance processes using available technology.
Advanced oral and written communication skills.
Ability to interface and communicate effectively with a large number of diverse internal groups, including all levels of employees, in-house legal counsel, external legal counsel, customers, regulatory officials, consultants, and vendors.
Ability to successfully conceptualize, communicate, plan, promote/influence, implement, and manage numerous project initiatives simultaneously.
Strong organizational, analytical, and drafting skills, including attention to detail and a self-driven problem-solving mindset.
Ability to demonstrate integrity, strong work ethic, and maintain a high level of discretion.
Ability to drive deliverables and influence both internal and external customers in a team setting.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):
Strong background in licensing, data privacy, and data security.
BENEFITS:
Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
Enrollment in our company's 401(k) plan, subject to eligibility requirements.
Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days.
Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.
ClosingAllied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com
If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
Requisition ID2024-1254673
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OverviewAllied Universal, North America's leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse, and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more for most full-time positions!
Job DescriptionAllied Universal is hiring a Vice President, Corporate Counsel - Contracts. The Vice President, Corporate Counsel - Contracts is a vital part of the Legal Services Group and various lines of business within the organization. The Vice President will manage and oversee a phenomenal team of legal professionals, be part of a collaborative legal team, and will operate from the organization's Eastern corporate headquarters in Conshohocken, PA, reporting to the EVP/General Counsel North America.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Commercial Transactions
Draft, review, interpret, and negotiate various contracts and other legal documents focusing on customer and vendor contracts for various business lines.
Participate in and/or lead negotiations related to contractual terms and conditions.
Review and develop Allied Universal contract templates in the various lines of business.
Implement and maintain policies, procedures, and protocols to enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, and consistency of executing commercial transactions.
Support the organization's mergers and acquisitions goals and objectives.
Regulatory
Develop and implement internal process improvements to ensure and promote compliance with laws, regulations, and company policies; focus on regulations pertaining to the North America lines of business, with specific emphasis on the security industry.
Identify potential areas of regulatory vulnerability and risk; develop and implement action plans for resolution of problematic issues; and provide general guidance on how to avoid or address similar situations in the future.
Develop and deliver employee training on various compliance and regulatory matters and provide regular updates on regulatory developments to relevant organizational leaders.
Develop strategic responses to various complex issues that arise through a client and/or vendor relationship that might involve regulatory requirements or contractual provisions.
Independently develop and drive large-scale projects, such as policy rollouts, stakeholder communication and cadence, engagement, and advocate for best practices.
Leadership
Successfully lead and develop team members (including a record of full-time management duties of other attorneys serving as candidates' direct reports), as well as balance and successfully execute and complete individual matters.
QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):
Law degree from an accredited law school.
Minimum of six (6) years of experience as a regulatory and transactional lawyer in a large corporate law firm.
Minimum of three (3) years of in-house legal experience.
Proven record of independent oversight of major large-scale corporate/cross-functional projects.
Experience in federal, state, and local government contracting and international transactions.
Ability to support business leaders on international contracting and manage/create efficient contract and compliance processes using available technology.
Advanced oral and written communication skills.
Ability to interface and communicate effectively with a large number of diverse internal groups, including all levels of employees, in-house legal counsel, external legal counsel, customers, regulatory officials, consultants, and vendors.
Ability to successfully conceptualize, communicate, plan, promote/influence, implement, and manage numerous project initiatives simultaneously.
Strong organizational, analytical, and drafting skills, including attention to detail and a self-driven problem-solving mindset.
Ability to demonstrate integrity, strong work ethic, and maintain a high level of discretion.
Ability to drive deliverables and influence both internal and external customers in a team setting.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):
Strong background in licensing, data privacy, and data security.
BENEFITS:
Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
Enrollment in our company's 401(k) plan, subject to eligibility requirements.
Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days.
Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.
ClosingAllied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com
If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
Requisition ID2024-1254673
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