Corporate Counsel, Global Legal Commercial Contracts (m/f/d) in Hemel Hempstead

The Corporate Counsel, Global Commercial Contracts position is an experienced professional who provides a broad range of legal support on legal issues for the business with complete knowledge and understanding in client/commercial contracting, sales orders, change orders, technology and commercial vendor and supply contracts. This role is responsible for working mostly independently in the areas of core competency and handling complex issues with oversight by the Senior Manager of Global Legal Commercial Contracts and the Vice President of Global Legal Commercial Contracts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responds timely to inquiries from all departments regarding contractual obligations and commitments; ensures that contractual matters are addressed efficiently and promptly.
• Advises company management on complex matters, using persuasion in delivering concise and clear messages, with the ability to adapt style to differing audiences.
• Structures, reviews and negotiates a variety of commercial agreements including MSAs (client and vendor), complex commercial lease documents, sales orders, change orders, analysis of agreements, vendor contracts, and other agreements involving a variety of complex and evolving issues.
• Interacts professionally with vendors, clients, internal NTT GDC departments and NTT corporate affiliates throughout the world.
• Responds promptly to the demands of multiple internal client groups.
• Manages risk and ensures business and compliance needs are accurately reflected in agreement(s).
• Assists with the development and implementation of contract procedures and templates to improve operational efficiency.

Work Environment:

• Standard remote office environment, perform work from a remote location with stable internet connection.
• Extensive daily usage of workstation or computer and telephone.
• Perform work during UK normal business hours with flexibility to participate in calls across global time zones.
• Occasional travel, approximately 10% of the time.

Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Both written and verbal fluency in English and German are a must.
• Applies advanced wide-ranging experience and in-depth professional knowledge to develop and resolve complex issues in creative ways.
• Strong experience in contract drafting, commercial terms, and negotiations.
• Developed business acumen, and the ability to combine legal and business analysis and judgment in a practical manner.
• Self-starter, excellent time management skills, well organized, effectively manages stress in a fast-paced environment and produces timely, accurate, consistent, and positive results under deadline pressure.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and excellent proofreading skills.

Academic Qualifications & Certifications:

• LLB Bachelor of Law.
• Fully qualified German lawyer (both state exams completed).

Required Experience:

• A minimum of six (6) years or more of relevant legal experience with a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work, with a minimum of two (2) years of experience as in-house counsel.
• Data center industry or technology industry experience a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Primarily sitting, with some walking, standing, and bending.
• Able to hear and speak into a telephone.
• Close visual work on a computer terminal.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments.
• Able to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.

Join NTT Global Data Centers and be part of a team that drives innovation and sustainability in the digital world. With over 150 data centers across more than 20 countries globally, we offer unparalleled opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology and transformative projects. Experience a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.