Senior Counsel Global Contracts

Automatic Data Processing Inc

Miami, FL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
ADP, Analysis Skills, Attorney, Business Law, Business Practices, Business Processes, Communication Skills, Contract Analysis, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Customer Support/Service, Finance, Financial Operations, Leadership, Legal, Mergers and Acquisitions, Negotiation Skills, Outsourcing, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Purchasing/Procurement, Risk Management, Sales, Software Licenses, Technology Analysis, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Transaction Processing/Management, Vendor/Supplier Planning, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Miami, FL
POSTED
30+ days ago

ADP is hiring a Senior Counsel Global Contracts ADP is seeking an experienced attorney to lead complex commercial transactions for ADPs Global Contracts Team. The successful candidate will have a strong business orientation and be responsible for collaborating across multiple ADP business units and functional areas including ADPs Global Payroll and National Account Services. This highly visible role offers the opportunity to negotiate client strategic and vendor contracts and advise senior business stakeholders including sales finance procurement and operations on contract strategy legal risk and risk mitigation. The successful candidate will be instrumental in helping to drive innovation in the ADP contracting process. Responsibilities Job duties may change over time and additional job functions may become essential. Utilize balanced lawyering to efficiently and effectively draft negotiate and close a wide variety of complex multinational outsourcing and technology contracts with limited supervision. Work effectively with sales finance and business leadership globally to reach a successful outcome in contract negotiations. Interface with all levels of ADP personnel to advise on contract-related matters and ensure contract terms are consistent with ADPs business practices policies and goals. Develop and conduct periodic training on contract terms ADPs positions and the contracting process for sales business and legal colleagues. Contribute to and maintain ADPs culture of innovation and growth while effectively managing risk. Perform special assignments and projects as directed. Qualifications Required Juris Doctor or equivalent degree from an accredited law school. Candidate must be a member of a state bar in one of the 50 states in the United States. Minimum of 8 years of relevant legal experience with specific emphasis on contract negotiation outsourcing and technology transactions and analysis and management of contractual risk. Preferably with at least 2-3 years at a top law firm and some in house experience. Superior knowledge of outsourcing arrangements technology contracts software licensing and business law. Multi-national transactions experience strongly preferred. Strong legal analytical ability and judgment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet multiple deadlines. Ability to interface effectively with associates at all levels of ADP management external lawyers and business associates of clients partners and vendors. Ability to be assertive while maintaining a diplomatic and professional demeanor. Must be a motivated self-starter with the ability to manage transactions to completion and anticipate issues that may arise. Ready to join a highly motivated team where members have each others back. Some experience with Mergers & Acquisitions preferred. Must be able to accommodate some travel. Position will be based in Alpharetta Georgia Miami Florida or Roseland New Jersey.

About the Company

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Automatic Data Processing Inc

ADP powers the working world with comprehensive solutions that drive business success. Consistently named one of the "Most Admired Companies" by FORTUNE® Magazine, and recognized by Forbes® as one of "The World's Most Innovative Companies," ADP has over a half-million clients around the globe and 65 years of experience as one of the largest providers of human capital management solutions world-wide. At ADP, we believe that diversity fuels innovation. ADP is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, genetic information, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, lawful alien status, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. We support an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Management Consulting Services
WEBSITE
https://jobs.adp.com/life-at-adp/