Corporate Counsel

Buyers Edge Platform, LLC•Chicago, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Buyers Edge Platform is seeking an exceptional Corporate Counsel to join their dynamic legal team. This role offers the opportunity to make an immediate impact by elevating the organization’s legal strategy on an international scale. The Corporate Counsel will be responsible for negotiating, drafting, and counseling on strategy for the Company’s Digital Procurement Network (DPN), Software as a Service (SaaS), Supply Chain Consulting, and ancillary Food Service verticals. The role involves providing legal advice to the Company or identified departments, ensuring operations align with legal parameters, and supporting various company activities by managing legal issues, contracts, disputes, and complex transactions within the Company’s legal framework. The Corporate Counsel will also provide general corporate and commercial legal services, manage legal processes, develop company policies, and safeguard against legal risks.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Active license to practice law in Massachusetts, Illinois, or Florida
3-4+ years of experience as corporate/transactional attorney, preferably with commercial contracting experience either in-house or at a top law firm
Current license to practice law from the State Bar Association
Background in corporate law and possess excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills
Attention to detail, administrative capabilities, and ability to manage complex legal projects
In-depth understanding of legal intricacies within GPO, SaaS, and Foodservice sectors
Thorough understanding of the Company’s policies, procedures, systems, and objectives
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proven ability to exercise initiative, judgment, and discretion
Ability to partner across the Company within departments and divisions to provide consistency
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Proficient with knowing how and when to use AI assisted tools
Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, demonstrating initiative and proactive problem-solving skills
Ability to initiate and pursue projects independently while exercising sound judgement to know when to escalate issues or seek guidance from senior counsel
Proven legal research and drafting skills
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, external clients, and cross-functional teams at all levels of the organization
Ability to manage a high-volume workload, prioritize competing deadlines, and deliver under time pressure without sacrificing quality
Comfort working in a lean legal team where initiative, flexibility, and a "no task too small" attitude are essential

Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end process of contract creation, negotiation, and execution, focusing on DPN, SaaS, Supply Chain, Consulting, and ancillary Foodservice agreements
Collaborate closely with sales, product, and operational teams to ensure contracts align with business objectives
Serve as the point of contact for certain contract types
Conduct comprehensive legal analyses to identify and mitigate potential risks associated with commercial transactions
Develop strategies to protect the Company's interests in contract negotiations
Provide litigation support to General Counsel and outside counsel
Stay abreast of industry-specific regulations and standards within DPN, SaaS, and Foodservice sectors
Ensure contracts comply with relevant laws and industry practices
Learn and assist on privacy related matters, including those arising in GDPR controlled jurisdictions
Work cross-functionally with internal brands and teams, including sales, marketing, and finance, to provide nuanced and timely legal guidance to support strategic initiatives
Collaborate with external parties, including clients and vendors, to foster positive working relationships
Develop and implement efficient contract management processes, emphasizing continuous improvement and scalability
Promote new technologies within the organization
Actively contribute to the development and enhancement of standard contract templates by providing timely revisions to the Associate General Counsel and General Counsel meticulously tailored to the distinctive needs of each business unit, aligning with the agility and innovative ethos of our fast-growing Company
Willing to provide complimentary assistance to the Associate General Counsel and General Counsel on the Company’s robust M&A pipeline