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Verizon is seeking a talented attorney to join a dynamic legal team supporting Verizon’s strategic sourcing transactions within the Supply Chain Services organization, which manages sourcing contracts exceeding $25 billion annually. The role involves advising on commercial transactions, supplier negotiations, and related initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned lawyer with substantial experience in commercial transactions, excellent analytical, writing, and presentation skills. The attorney will collaborate closely with sourcing, contract management, privacy, security, and other internal teams to maximize business value from supplier relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
* Draft, negotiate, and review sourcing contracts across categories such as software/cloud, professional services, network assets, and telecom transport, supporting the sourcing and contract management teams.
* Understand Verizon’s business and value goals underlying sourcing transactions, balancing legal, business, policy, and reputational risks to support strategic objectives.
* Advise senior management on complex contract issues and risk allocation for strategic transactions.
* Provide interpretive support to internal teams on contract terms and compliance.
* Improve contracting processes by developing and implementing terms responsive to new technologies and legal challenges, including AI, and enhancing throughput and quality.
* Assess legislative and regulatory developments impacting supply chain and procurement, leading compliance strategies, especially in privacy and due diligence.
* Manage negotiations and high-pressure situations professionally and respectfully.
* Lead special projects proactively and coordinate with legal and non-legal teams on sourcing issues.
Qualifications:
* Law degree from an accredited U.S. or Irish law school.
* Active membership in a U.S. state bar or license to practice law in Ireland.
* Experience as a practicing attorney in a large law firm or in-house legal department with relevant transactional expertise.
* Willingness to travel as needed.
Preferred Skills:
* Strong project management and organizational skills for handling multiple complex projects.
* Experience advising on legal issues and interacting effectively across organizational levels.
* Ability to identify problems and develop innovative solutions.
* Excellent communication, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
* Proficiency with G Suite and other relevant tools.
* Leadership, motivation, and interpersonal skills.
Work Environment:
This hybrid role involves a combination of remote work and scheduled office days.
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 37.5
EEO Statement:
Verizon is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, gender, disability, or other protected characteristics.
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