Associate General Counsel, Commercial Contracts Isn't it time you bragged about where you work? At CARFAX, we do, every day.
We pride ourselves on being mission-focused on helping to grow a brand built on accuracy and integrity. We care deeply about our products and our customers.
We're more than just a company : We help millions of consumers make more-informed decisions every day.We know that our teammates are our most valuable asset, and we value a balanced life while tackling challenging projects in a fast-paced environment.
We are searching for an Associate General Counsel, Commercial Contracts to join the CARFAX team.This role will be responsible for supporting a rapidly growing business by partnering with and advising business teams on a variety of commercial contracts and legal issues, including in the areas of artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI / ML).
This role represents an excellent opportunity to make substantial contributions to a dynamic and thriving business. The successful candidate will be an experienced commercial contracts attorney who is a team player and someone who can creatively solve problems while applying sound business and legal judgment to a wide variety of commercial contracts and relationships.
At CARFAX, we believe in the power of teamwork and value in-person interactions so that we can collaborate and thrive together.
This position will require 3 days in office subject to change with future business needs. What you'll be doing :
- Draft, review and negotiate contracts related to AI / ML technology or initiatives and a variety of other commercial contracts, including non-disclosure agreements, technology and software licenses, master service agreements, SOWs, SaaS agreements and professional services 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
- Collaborate with multi-functional teams to evaluate and mitigate legal risks relating to AI / ML use and initiatives
- Monitor and analyze AI / ML legislation, regulations and case law and implement corrective, remedial and preventive actions when necessary
- Special projects on an as-needed basis
What we're looking for :
- Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school, required
- At least 5 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, SOWs, SaaS agreements, professional services agreements and a wide array of other vendor agreements
- Experience effectively handling a high volume of contracts
- General understanding of data privacy and protection laws
- Familiarity with AI / ML issues a plus
- 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 an ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Licensed to practice law in Virginia or eligible to be admitted under a Virginia Corporate Counsel Certificate
What's in it for you :
- Competitive compensation, benefits and generous time-off policies
- 4-Day summer work weeks and a winter holiday break
- 401(k) / DCPP matching
- Annual bonus program
- For a comprehensive list of benefits, please visit our website : https : / / jobs.jobvite.com / carfax / p / benefits
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