Job Description

About The Role

The Legal Counsel position is responsible for supporting a rapidly growing business by partnering with and advising business teams on a variety of commercial contracts and legal issues. The position represents an excellent opportunity to make substantial contributions to a dynamic and thriving business.

This position is fully remote; we welcome applications from qualified candidates located anywhere within the United States.

As Legal Counsel You Will

• Draft, review and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including non?disclosure agreements, technology and software licenses, master service agreements, statement of work agreements, SaaS agreements, professional services agreements and a wide array of other vendor agreements.
• Contribute to the negotiation of agreements with vendors and suppliers to achieve the optimal combination of service, cost, quality and risk mitigation.
• Manage the standard procurement agreement process, from intake and drafting through negotiation and execution.
• Conduct research on an as?needed basis.
• Work on special projects on an as?needed basis.

What Were Looking For

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school, required.
• At least 3 years law firm or a combination of law firm and in?house hands?on experience drafting and negotiating contracts, including non?disclosure agreements, technology and software licenses, master service agreements, statement of work agreements, SaaS agreements, professional services agreements and a wide array of other vendor agreements.
• Experience effectively handling a high volume of contracts.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation and presentation skills with the ability to effectively interact with legal and non?legal team members.
• Detail?oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Aptitude to quickly learn and develop new skills.
• Independent and innovative thinker with excellent analytical and reasoning skills and judgment.
• Ability to juggle multiple clients and projects simultaneously with competing demands.
• Strong work ethic with excellent follow?up skills and a proactive mindset.
• A self?starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• General understanding of data privacy and protection laws.
• Familiarity with automotive advertising guidelines a plus.
• Familiarity with artificial intelligence and machine learning issues a plus.
• Licensed to practice law in the United States.

Right to Work Requirements

This role is limited to candidates with indefinite right to work within the USA.

Compensation / Benefits Information (US Applicants Only)

• S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $75,671 to $150,000. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individuals geographical location as well as experience and qualifications for the role.
• In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.
• This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, visit

Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.

US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster

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