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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates extensive legal expertise in technology services and complex commercial transactions, with a strong focus on compliance, risk management, and strategic advisory roles. Proven ability to negotiate and structure agreements while balancing legal and commercial objectives in a fast-paced environment.
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J.D. Or LL.M. From Accredited Law School12+ Years Of Progressive Legal ExperienceExtensive Experience Negotiating Technology Services AgreementsStrong Understanding Of Data Privacy RegulationsExceptional Judgment And Executive Presence
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Hard Skills
Negotiating Complex Technology Services AgreementsContract ManagementRegulatory ComplianceM&A Due DiligenceIntellectual Property ManagementCommercial Risk ManagementGovernance Process DevelopmentLegal Process AutomationCross-Border Legal ConsiderationsAI Governance
Soft Skills
Strategic AdvisoryBusiness AcumenMentoring And CoachingExceptional JudgmentAbility To Manage Competing Priorities
Tools & Technologies
Legal Technology ToolsContract PlaybooksClause Libraries
Certifications & Qualifications
Licensed To Practice Law In Illinois
Industry Keywords
Technology ServicesIT ConsultingCloud ServicesData PrivacyCybersecurity ComplianceManaged ServicesProfessional ServicesInternational Services DeliveryMulti-Jurisdiction TeamsTechnology Transformation
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesCloudCyber Security
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Serve as a trusted legal advisor to Services & Solutions and Sales leadership
- Counsel business initiatives, market expansion, and operational decisions
- Advise on building, selling, delivering, and managing new services and solutions
- Support M&A due diligence and integration activities for acquisitions and strategic partnerships
- Lead negotiation and structuring of complex commercial and technology transactions
- Provide go-to-market legal advice balancing risk mitigation with business agility
- Manage legal and commercial risk in partner, vendor, and subcontractor relationships
- Handle escalated contract negotiations involving material customer relationships and significant revenue impact
- Develop standardized contract templates, playbooks, and clause libraries
- Support compliance with state, federal, and international regulations
- Help develop controls and strengthen governance processes
- Monitor regulations involving AI governance, cybersecurity, data privacy, and industry-specific compliance
- Manage intellectual property considerations in services delivery
- Provide ongoing legal support for change orders, service modifications, performance issues, and customer relationship management
- Advise on services staffing models, contractor classifications, customer site requirements, and security clearance obligations
- Manage commercial disputes, service delivery claims, and pre-litigation matters
- Coordinate with Legal team members and cross-functional partners
- Mentor and guide junior attorneys and legal professionals
- Provide training and coaching on commercial risk, contract management, and regulatory requirements
- Drive continuous improvement in legal processes and adoption of legal technology tools
Requirements
What you’ll need- J.D. or LL.M. from accredited law school
- 12+ years of progressive legal experience with significant focus on technology services, IT consulting, or complex commercial transactions
- Licensed to practice law in Illinois (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
- Extensive experience negotiating and structuring complex technology services agreements, including MSAs, SOWs, outsourcing agreements, licensing agreements, and SaaS/cloud agreements
- Strong understanding of managed services, professional services, and cloud services business and delivery models
- Working knowledge of data privacy regulations, cybersecurity compliance, and industry-specific requirements across multiple jurisdictions
- Experience with international services delivery and cross-border legal considerations, particularly in North America and Europe
- Demonstrated ability to operate as a strategic advisor in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
- Strong business acumen with the ability to balance legal risk with commercial objectives
- Experience partnering with P&L-responsible business leaders and understanding the financial impact of legal decisions
- Exceptional judgment, executive presence, and ability to manage competing priorities across multiple business stakeholders
- Preferred: experience at a major technology services company or top-tier international law firm technology practice
- Preferred: international legal experience with multi-jurisdiction teams
- Preferred: technology transformation leadership, including AI adoption, process automation, and legal technology implementation
- Preferred: experience developing or managing contract playbooks, template libraries, and legal process automation
Benefits
Comp & perks- Annual bonus target of 25% subject to terms and conditions of plan
- Benefits overview provided at https://cdw.benefit-info.com/
- Professional development and growth support
- Training, coaching, and practical guidance
- Flexible, collaborative work environment