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Assistant General Counsel Procurement
Chicago, IL
Job Description
Job TitleAssistant General Counsel ProcurementJob Description SummaryAssistant General Counsel, Procurement will be located in Chicago, IL and will lead legal efforts in our department transformation to drive best in class legal support for our global and regional procurement teams. This is a great opportunity to take a leadership role to shape our global procurement contract lifecycle program. The position is expected to manage one direct report.Job DescriptionResponsibilities:Spearhead the transformation of Cushman's legal support for its global and regional procurement teams to drive best in class legal support with transformational global processes, governance principles and support structureLead and actively manage the contract strategy process through the entire contract lifecycle from drafting and negotiation to compliance and resolutionTrusted business partner to leaders of global and regional procurement teams to support their ambitious strategic initiatives by driving business partnership and smart risk solutionsPartnering cross-functionally globally with stakeholders in business and legal teams to drive global contract excellence and complianceEvolve our culture to meet our expectations for global contract lifecycle programPerforms other related duties as required or requested.Requirements:Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school and a member in good standing of a U.S. state bar.8+ years of commercial/procurement contracting experience; at least 3 years of which obtained at a major law firm and at least 3 years of which obtained at a major international corporationExcellent business judgment with the ability to provide sound legal advice which reflects an understanding of Cushman's overall business objectivesDeep knowledge of commercial/procurement contracting mattersExceptional organization and time management skills with the ability to prioritize, coordinate and satisfy numerous competing demandsStrong interpersonal skills and a commitment to professionalism and integritySelf-motivated and ability to complete matters without supervision; must be able to work independently and be execution-orientedSuperior written and verbal communication skillsAbility to effectively manage outside counselCushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
Job Summary
Company
Cushman & Wakefield Global, Inc
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Doctorate
Required Experience
8+ years
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