Assistant General Counsel

RR Donnelley•Chicago, IL

12d

About The Position

R. R. Donnelley & Sons Company (RRD) seeks an experienced contracts attorney to serve as Assistant General Counsel. The successful candidate will lead complex client contract negotiations and provide strategic legal advice to RRD management. This role calls for a highly organized, collaborative practitioner who partners effectively with cross-functional internal teams and external clients. The position involves structuring, drafting, negotiating, and analyzing complex client and vendor agreements, including commercial technology agreements. The attorney will advise on data privacy, information security, technology controls, emerging technologies such as AI, and related regulatory compliance matters. The role also supports RRD’s healthcare clients by applying knowledge of CMS regulations and industry standards. The Assistant General Counsel is expected to advance business strategy through solution-oriented legal advice, operate with minimal supervision, and build trust with executive leadership and cross-functional teams. The role is part of a globally diverse team and offers opportunities for continued professional development.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) and membership in good standing in at least one state bar.
Minimum 5 years of legal experience in a law firm or corporate environment, with a strong focus on drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
Highly motivated attorney with a hands-on, proactive approach to problem-solving.
Strategic approach to risk assessment and mitigation, including developing innovative approaches to legal issues that support business objectives.
Exceptional written, verbal, and drafting skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly to executive teams and external parties.
Integrity and discretion when handling highly confidential information.
Ability to read, interpret, and understand laws, business documents, system documents, company policies, and procedures.
Strong negotiation and analytical skills, including logical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making.
Ability to work in a team environment with peers and management at all levels of the organization.
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, and Access.

Responsibilities

Structure, draft, negotiate, and analyze complex client and vendor agreements.
Draft and negotiate commercial technology agreements, including intellectual property licenses, software licensing and support, SaaS, cloud computing, AI implementations, development, outsourcing, and consulting agreements.
Advise on data privacy, information security, technology controls, emerging technologies (including AI), and related regulatory compliance matters.
Support RRD’s healthcare clients using knowledge of CMS regulations and industry standards.
Provide strategic legal advice to RRD management and lead complex client contract negotiations.
Use a solution-oriented approach to advance business strategy and performance while adapting to evolving technological and regulatory landscapes.
Work with minimal supervision and build trust with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to drive corporate objectives.
Collaborate within a globally diverse team and pursue continuous professional development.

Benefits

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Paid time off
Disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Life insurance
Voluntary supplemental insurance coverages
Parental leave
Adoption assistance
Tuition assistance
Employer and partner discounts
Depending on the role, participation in a bonus, commission, or incentive program may be included in total compensation.