Rolls-Royce

Sr.LegalCounsel

$126–204k Novi, Michigan, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“Sr. Legal Counsel at Rolls-Royce. Skills: Commercial contracting, Government contracting, Regulatory compliance, Risk management. Lead commercial contracting activities. Draft commercial agreements”

Industry & Context.

Eligibility Requirements

10% travel

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Authorized to work in U.S. without sponsorship, Juris Doctor degree, 7 years in-house legal counsel experience, 11 years combined in-house and private practice experience, Licensed to practice in Michigan, 10% domestic and international travel

Nice to Have

Extensive commercial contracting experience, Contract drafting experience, Contract review experience, Commercial negotiations experience, Commercial awareness, Broad-based focus on driving commercial and legal performance, Excellent written communication skills, Excellent oral communication skills, Excellent interpersonal skills, Ability to work effectively with others, Ability to work independently, Experience managing outside counsel, Experience overseeing litigation, Presentation skills, Proficient with MS Office Suite, Excellent organizational skills, Excellent planning skills, Excellent follow-up skills, Proficiency with SAP, Knowledge of off-road engine products, Knowledge of services, Knowledge of applications, Working familiarity with intellectual property issues

What You'll Do.

Lead commercial contracting activities

Draft commercial agreements

Review commercial agreements

Negotiate commercial agreements

Support procurement activities

Draft procurement contracts

Review procurement contracts

Negotiate procurement contracts

Provide contract interpretation

Provide advisory support

Perform risk assessments

Analyze terms and conditions

Analyze delivery obligations

Ensure agreement compliance

Advise internal negotiators

Advise on government contracting matters

Provide cradle-to-grave support

Ensure FAR/DFARS compliance

Ensure supply chain compliance

Ensure small-business subcontracting compliance

Guide business through regulatory expectations

Provide regulatory advice

Provide operational advice

Provide strategic advice

Monitor legislative developments

Interpret legislative developments

Monitor regulatory developments

Interpret regulatory developments

Monitor judicial developments

Interpret judicial developments

Liaise with regulatory agencies

Support business in understanding requirements

Support business in applying requirements

Advise on emerging regulatory trends

Advise on corporate governance

Advise on risk mitigation

Contribute to knowledge management

Develop best practices

Share cross-team knowledge

Apply expertise in export controls

Apply expertise in sanctions

Coordinate with U.S. Department of State

Coordinate with Department of Commerce

Secure export authorizations

Manage litigation matters

Manage pre-litigation matters

Manage commercial disputes

Oversee outside counsel

Oversee discovery processes

Oversee litigation activities

Provide dispute-management strategies

Promote a culture of compliance

Build cross-functional relationships

Maintain cross-functional relationships

Ensure legal integration into business decisions

Ensure legal integration into governance processes

Collaborate with General Counsel team

Collaborate with global legal colleagues

Collaborate with business partners

Support special projects

Support organizational initiatives

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional relationships; Global legal colleagues; Business partners

Communication Scope

Written communication; Oral communication; Presentation skills

Full Job Description

## **Job Description** **Title: Sr. Legal Counsel** _Pioneer the next generation of innovation. Join us and you’ll develop your skills and expertise to the very highest levels, working in an international environment for a company known the world over for its brilliance._ **Key Accountabilities:** **Commercial Contracting Expertise** * Lead a broad range of international and domestic commercial contracting activities supporting the sale and service of company products. * Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements. * Support procurement activities with the drafting, review and negotiation of contracts for both direct and indirect procurement activities, based on both vendor/service provider templates and company standard templates. * Provide strategic contract interpretation and advisory support, including risk assessments and analysis of terms, conditions, and delivery obligations under the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) and Incoterms. * Ensure all agreements comply with applicable legal requirements and internal governance standards, advising internal negotiators throughout the contracting process. **Government Contracting & Compliance** * Advise internal stakeholders on foreign and domestic government contracting matters. * Deliver cradle‑to‑grave support for government contracts, including compliance with FAR/DFARS, supply chain requirements, and small‑business subcontracting obligations. * Guide the business through regulatory expectations unique to government procurement environments. **Legal, Regulatory & Risk Management** * Provide timely, accurate, and practical legal advice across a wide range of legal, regulatory, operational, and strategic issues. * Monitor and interpret legislative, regulatory, and judicial developments affecting the business. * Liaise with regulatory agencies and support the business in understanding and applying regulatory requirements. * Proactively advise on emerging regulatory trends, corporate governance matters, and

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