Corporate Counsel - Contracts

About the Company

At QTS Data Centers, we stand at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital transformation. Our world-class data centers empower customers’ most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us as a global leader in digital infrastructure. As AI and cloud technologies drive demand for increased speed, capacity, and innovation, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the globe for good.

Driven by purpose and a spirit of innovation, we design, build, and operate some of the most advanced data centers worldwide. Sustainability is a core focus, with renewable energy solutions integrated to minimize our environmental footprint. As a proud portfolio company of Blackstone, QTS is uniquely positioned to achieve ambitious growth and innovation goals.

Our team members are the cornerstone of our culture, innovation, and growth. They are mission-driven, resourceful, and committed to making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work.

About the Role

As Corporate Counsel, you are a seasoned legal professional with expertise in procurement, engineering, construction, project development, insurance, vendor contract negotiations, and drafting/negotiating a wide range of transactional matters. This role is heavily procurement-focused, mirroring the day-to-day responsibilities of procurement-focused corporate counsel on the team.

You will negotiate, structure, and manage a high volume of vendor agreements supporting mission-critical infrastructure, construction, equipment, and services. Strong commercial judgment, deep contract negotiation experience, and the ability to manage risk in fast-paced, high-stakes procurement environments are essential. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams across development and other business units.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support for the company’s procurement contracting terms and process; negotiate and manage a broad range of contracts, including Master Services Agreements, Equipment Supply Contracts, Software/SaaS Agreements, Professional Services/Consulting Agreements, and NDAs.
• Partner closely with procurement and business stakeholders to structure agreements that align with QTS’s commercial objectives and risk management practices.
• Support high-volume contracting workflows while maintaining attention to detail and risk discipline.
• Advise on issues arising during contract performance, including disputes, change orders, claims, terminations, or supplier performance issues.
• Advise on related regulatory and compliance matters, such as data privacy, environmental/health and safety considerations, permitting, due diligence, or industry-specific requirements impacting vendors.
• Work with and manage outside counsel, partners, customers, counterparties, and other third parties as needed.
• Perform a broad range of legal and general business matters as assigned by the General Counsel.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school with strong academic credentials.
• Admission to the Bar of a U.S. state or the District of Columbia.
• Two or more years of legal experience as a practicing lawyer in a general corporate transactional practice.

Skills

• Hands-on, self-starter with discipline and attention to detail; ability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Agile and versatile; comfortable with new and unfamiliar subject matter; adaptable to change.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including negotiation and problem-solving.
• Excellent analytical, time-management, judgment, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage complex legal/business issues.
• Strong work ethic, accountability to deadlines, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel), Box, Workday, and DocuSign.
• Ability to manage others, including outside counsel and service providers.

Benefits

• Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting.
• Bonus or commission eligibility for all employees.
• Generous PTO, paid volunteer days, and floating holidays.
• 11 paid holidays annually; holiday compensation when worked.
• Stock Purchase Plan (SPP).
• Q-Rest Sabbatical Program and Q-Anniversary Service Award Program.
• Parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers.
• Military Benefits Package.
• QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program and QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents.
• QTS Crisis Fund and Wellness Program.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending and HSA accounts.
• Employee assistance program.

Pay

In accordance with applicable law, the estimated pay range for this role in Virginia is $137,364.53 – $210,067.00. Compensation for candidates outside Virginia will align with their location. The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location.