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