About the Position:
We have been exclusively engaged by our client, a dynamic global professional services firm headquartered in Chicago, in its search for an experienced commercial contracts attorney (5+ years) to join as a Senior Legal Counsel, reporting directly to the Co-Chairman and Co-Founder of the company. The attorney in this role will take the lead on a full range of legal matters, including commercial contracts, strategic business initiatives, risk management and corporate maintenance. This position offers a hybrid schedule, with 2 days in the office and 3 days remote.

Highlights:
· Work directly with the Co-Founders of the company
· Professional growth potential
· Global reach and diverse client base
· Hybrid work schedule

Responsibilities:
· Draft and negotiate a variety of complex contracts to ensure legal and contractual compliance
· Evaluate contractual requirements and obligations and provide analysis/interpretation to business unit leaders
· Advise internal clients on legal and contractual rights, obligations, and interpretation of terms
· Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure the company’s desired business specifications are carried out
· Develop internal policies and procedures for contract management and corporate operations

Required Qualifications:
· 5 or more years of corporate experience in a strong law firm and/or with an in-house legal group
· Substantial commercial contracts experience (including engagement letters, business agreements, vendor contracts, employment contracts and non-disclosure agreements)
· Professional services experience is a plus

Location:
Chicago, IL (Hybrid); Local candidates strongly preferred