Legal Counsel - Temp

IFS•Itasca, IL

5h•$78,000 - $95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Attorney will provide legal counsel to the acquired businesses in the areas of corporate governance, commercial contracting, regulatory compliance, and general corporate matters. IFS is a billion-dollar revenue company with 7000+ employees on all continents. Our leading AI technology is the backbone of our award-winning enterprise software solutions, enabling our customers to be their best when it really matters–at the Moment of Service™. Our commitment to internal AI adoption has allowed us to stay at the forefront of technological advancements, ensuring our colleagues can unlock their creativity and productivity, and our solutions are always cutting-edge. At IFS, we’re flexible, we’re innovative, and we’re focused not only on how we can engage with our customers but on how we can make a real change and have a worldwide impact. We help solve some of society’s greatest challenges, fostering a better future through our agility, collaboration, and trust. We celebrate diversity and understand our responsibility to reflect the diverse world we work in. We are committed to promoting an inclusive workforce that fully represents the many different cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints of our customers, our partners, and our communities. As a truly international company serving people from around the globe, we realize that our success is tantamount to the respect we have for those different points of view. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to be part of a global, diverse environment; you will be joining a winning team with a commitment to sustainability; and a company where we get things done so that you can make a positive impact on the world. We’re looking for innovative and original thinkers to work in an environment where you can #MakeYourMoment so that we can help others make theirs. With the power of our AI-driven solutions, we empower our team to change the status quo and make a real difference. If you want to change the status quo, we’ll help you make your moment. Join Team Purple. Join IFS.

Requirements

Must be highly detail-oriented with the ability to independently analyze and draft complex legal documents
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple concurrent matters
Strong prioritization skills
Self-motivated with the ability to exercise independent legal judgment
Ability to multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present legal analysis to senior leadership
Ability to properly handle confidential information and records
Willing to perform all levels of work
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & Outlook)
Experience in a corporate legal department or law firm corporate practice required
Experience with corporate governance and entity management required
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school
Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
3 or more years of relevant legal experience in corporate law, M&A, or governance

Responsibilities

Drafts, reviews, negotiates, and advises on internal governance documents, corporate resolutions, and other legal documents related to day-to-day operations and commercial transactions.
Develops and maintains legal templates, playbooks, and best practices to support acquisition workflows
Provides legal oversight on integration activities, including commercial terms and operational harmonization
Negotiates with existing, new and renewing customers.
Has a deep understanding of the technology space and is able to close deals with limited supervision.
Drafts and reviews legal correspondence, memoranda, and opinions as needed
Advises and collaborates with Finance, Tax and Mergers and Acquisitions team on legal matters arising from corporate transactions
Manages and oversees due diligence documentation and closing records for acquisitions
Oversees maintenance and accuracy of corporate record books and entity management systems
Establishes and maintains legal filing systems and document retention protocols
Performs other legal projects or duties as assigned, including cross-functional matters involving finance and accounting