Jobs · Legal · Illinois

Legal Counsel - Softeon

IFS · Itasca, IL · 3 wk ago
HybridLegal$125k–$150k/yrFull-time

IFS is a billion-dollar revenue company with 7000+ employees across all continents. We deliver award-winning enterprise software solutions through embedded digital innovation and a single cloud-based platform to help businesses excel at the Moment of Service™. We foster agility, collaboration, and trust to solve societal challenges and create a better future. As a global company, we celebrate diversity and respect different perspectives. Join us to be part of a winning team committed to sustainability and making a positive worldwide impact.

About the role

IFS Softeon is seeking an experienced attorney for the role of Corporate Counsel. This position is for a thoughtful transactional attorney to assist with all legal obligations, including negotiating high-value commercial contracts, corporate governance, M&A, and dispute management.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as primary attorney for new sales transactions, including drafting and negotiating software license agreements, consulting agreements, SaaS agreements, and other commercial contracts.
  • Lead Biz Ops calls and collaborate with business teams, providing accurate and timely legal advice to Sales, Services, Finance, Marketing, and Partner teams.
  • Serve as lead attorney for legal operations, improving processes and developing standard contract terms.
  • Handle corporate governance matters and provide legal support for audit, tax/treasury, HR/employment disputes, and real estate matters (leases, construction, etc.).
  • Work collaboratively with the broader legal team by sharing knowledge, assisting team members, and contributing to legal newsletters and training.
  • Support global legal projects and coordinate with outside counsel as needed.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of laws and regulations, and perform other tasks as assigned by the General Counsel.

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
  • A minimum of 3 years of commercial transactional experience at a law firm and/or in-house legal department.
  • Licensed and in good standing to practice law in one or more states.
  • Experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work independently and make sound judgments in ambiguous situations.
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
  • Interest in being a legal generalist with a "roll-up your sleeves" attitude.

Qualifications

  • Experience as an in-house attorney, preferably for a technology company.
  • Experience drafting and negotiating software/cloud/SaaS agreements.
  • Experience handling disputes without the assistance of outside counsel.

Benefits

  • Flexible paid time off, including sick and holiday leave.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401K with company contribution.
  • Flexible spending accounts.
  • Life insurance and disability benefits.
  • Community involvement and volunteering events.

Pay

Salary Range: $125,000 to $150,000 annually + bonus.

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