Senior Legal Counsel

JLL•Chicago, CO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

JLL is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join their JLL Technologies Legal team in Chicago, IL. This role will focus on the evolving landscape of contract review, particularly with the integration of AI. The ideal candidate will be entrepreneurial in leveraging AI for the legal team while possessing strong judgment to ensure AI-assisted answers are accurate and appropriate. This position offers a unique opportunity to be embedded within the business, using AI-sharpened judgment to gain a seat at the table. You will join a sophisticated legal team handling technology and venture transactions for a Fortune 200 platform, with a specific focus on technology staffing. The role involves advising on AI-specific terms in contracts, developing practical guidance for responsible AI use in legal processes, and redesigning contract review and negotiation workflows. This is a hands-on legal role with the potential to significantly shape the future of JLL's legal operations.

Requirements

A J.D. and membership in at least one U.S. state bar.
Meaningful experience negotiating commercial or technology contracts, at a law firm or in-house.
Good judgment, tested under real deal pressure, and the honesty to say so when something is outside your experience.
Genuine curiosity about AI; comfort experimenting with AI tools or eagerness to start, and comfortable learning in public.
Self-direction; naturally curious about what's next.
Comfort operating as a business partner who's in the room where decisions are made.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience in SaaS, software, or proptech.
Familiarity with data privacy laws such as the GDPR and the CCPA, or related credentials such as the IAPP's CIPP.
Familiarity with the emerging AI regulatory landscape, such as the EU AI Act or evolving U.S. state AI laws, or related credentials such as the IAPP's AI Governance Professional (AIGP).
Exposure to legal tech workflows or hands-on use of AI tools in a legal setting.

Responsibilities

Negotiate and close customer agreements for JLL's SaaS and technology-enabled products, aiming for automated order forms and click-through terms where feasible.
Advise on AI-specific terms in vendor and customer contracts, including data use rights, model training rights, audit rights, and related indemnities.
Help build and maintain JLL Legal's guidance and protocols for using AI responsibly in contract review, drafting, and research, building on JLL's existing Responsible AI principles.
Keep clear records of AI use-case reviews and governance decisions.
Provide product counsel across JLL Technologies' buy, build, and partner model as new products launch.
Support JLL Spark, JLL's venture fund, on new and existing investments.
Build and maintain legal templates, playbooks, and AI-assisted workflows for the wider team.
Work with JLL's broader Legal and Compliance team to build shared fluency in using AI tools well, including identifying limitations and acting as a subject matter expert in technology.
Partner directly with business leaders to design processes that move faster without compromising risk management.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience.
Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Professional development, mentoring, and training as part of a global legal team.
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth.
Supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.
401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care.
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary.
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays.
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay.