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QTS Data Centers

Associate General Counsel, Director - Hyperscale Sales

QTS Data Centers, Duluth, Georgia, United States, 30155


Learn what makes QTS a unique place to grow your career!

Who We Are:It's 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 among the most highly trusted in the industry, positioning us at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital evolution.

“Data centers are experiencing once-in-a-generation demand growth, driven by cloud adoption and the AI revolution,” said Jon Gray, President & COO of Blackstone, the investment strength behind QTS.

As AI drives the demand for increased speed, capacity and capability, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world’s economy for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation, QTS designs, builds and operates sophisticated data centers.

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:Your deep expertise in the data center industry, combined with your collaborative spirit, enables you to provide exceptional legal counsel and strong support to the company’s hyperscale sales.

The Impact You Will Have:As the Associate General Counsel, Director - Hyperscale Sales, you will provide legal counsel to support the company’s customer contract negotiations, vendor contract negotiations and other corporate-related tasks. You maintain compliance with all internal contract policies and procedures, and provide support to the Company’s business units.

What You Will Do:

Responsibility for broad range of legal matters and general business matters based on the needs of the company

Negotiate and draft customer and vendor contracts

Negotiate and draft various business-related documents and agreements

Assist with a variety of business-related functions, including, loans, equity raises, acquisitions, construction, real estate, reporting and compliance, litigation, etc.

Assist with information technology-related matters

Assist with compliance with various domestic and international privacy laws

Assist with the company’s data security program

Manage collections on customer accounts

Manage customer bankruptcy filings

What You Will Need to be Successful:

J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school with strong academic credentials.

Six or more years of experience as a lawyer working in the areas of contract negotiation, real estate, lease negotiation, and/or corporate law

Data center industry experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Hands-on, self-starter who is disciplined and detail-oriented with the ability to work independently as well as in a team setting that requires a highly accurate and timely work product

Excellent listening, written, verbal, organizational and interpersonal skills

Ability to learn ERP systems

Excels in a team-oriented work environment

Strong work ethic and accountability to deadlines

Ability to work in a fast-paced and evolving business environment

Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel), Box and DocuSign

Excellent analytical, time-management, judgment and decision-making skills

Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently

Must be able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality

Possess ambition and an optimistic attitude

Ability to manage competing priorities and demands on time

Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills

Able to take initiative with little direction

The Perks (and these are just a few!):

QRest Sabbatical

Employee Stock Purchase

QTS scholarship for dependents

Eagle Club award trip eligibility

Paid volunteer days

Tuition assistance, parental leave and military leave assistance

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. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.

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.

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