Counsel - Commercial Law (remote)

Job Family: Legal & ComplianceReq ID: 317243We are seeking an in house COUNSEL – COMMERCIAL LAW for our strategic team. This individual contributor position can be remote (Eastern and Central time zones) with the expectation that travel to the relevant business headquarter office will be required on an as needed basis.RESPONSIBILITIES AND POSITION DESCRIPTION:This is a key, high level position within our corporate Legal Department that provides support to Siemens Industry, Inc., Smart Infrastructure Operating Company on all legal matters arising in its American operations. This is a senior individual contributor role and will be involved in but not limited to:o Ability to work closely with management and contribute to the success of the business by providing practical legal and business advice.o Work closely with contracts professionals and provide legal advice and approvals where required during contract negotiations.o Perform substantial drafting and negotiation of contracts with customers, vendors and business partners.o Contract review and advice on applicable laws and risk mitigation strategies.o Coordination of legal advice with global legal colleagues.o Analyze, manage and resolve diverse matters with government agencies and commercial customers.o Review and provide legal advice relating to high profile contracts/subcontracts, bids, equipment/service agreements, sales transactions, project implementation issues and general corporate matters.o Assisting clients and stakeholders to avoid liability claims and working closely with outside counsel to successfully resolve claims and litigation when it arises.o Develop risk mitigation and settlement strategies and negotiate and finalize settlement agreements where necessary with special emphasis on products liability matters .o Develop and provide legal training to organization, and work with corporate executives to ensure adherence to corporate policies.EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:o JD and must be admitted/licensed to practice law in one or more states.REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:o 5 plus years of demonstrated legal experience in a transactional environment in a law firm or corporate in-house position.o Demonstrated track record in commercial transactions and claims management.o Demonstrated drafting and negotiation experience.o Well developed communications skills; able to clearly and concisely express technical legal advice (or data) to non-technical business partners and management.o Self-driven and resourceful to achieve goals independently as well as work well in groups.o Flexibility to adjust and thrive in an environment with changing requirements, schedules and priorities for multiple projects or assignments.o The ability to socialize ideas, make recommendations and gather team consensus to move forward.o Excellent writing skills.o Effective presentation skills.o Exude professionalism during face-to-face customer, vendor and business partner meetings.o Ability and willingness for potential of domestic and international business travel.DESIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:o Experience with equipment sales contracts, service contracts and software licensing.o Familiarity with SaaS and Energy as a Service (EaaS) business models.o Knowledge of legal issues in the manufacturing, industrial, utility and software industries.o Experience with mergers, acquisitions and strategic partnering agreements.Why you’ll love working at Siemens!Competitive compensation based on qualifications

Medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage, first day of employment

Matching 401(k) (immediate employer match)

Flexible paid time off plan, paid holidays, and floating holidays

Career development opportunities

Education and tuition reimbursement programs available

Paid parental leave

-Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.-Where permitted by applicable law, Siemens may require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 based on job requirements, and in accordance with an accommodation based on legally protected reasons.ABOUT US:Siemens Smart Infrastructure (SI) is shaping the market for intelligent, adaptive infrastructure for today and the future. It addresses the pressing challenges of urbanization and climate change by connecting energy systems, buildings and industries. SI provides customers with a comprehensive end-to-end portfolio from a single source – with products, systems, solutions and services from the point of power generation all the way to consumption. With an increasingly digitalized ecosystem, it helps customers thrive and communities progress while contributing toward protecting the planet. SI creates environments that care. Learn more about Siemens in the USA: https://new.siemens.com/us/en.html#LI-JT1Organization: Legal and ComplianceCompany: Siemens CorporationExperience Level: Experienced ProfessionalJob Type: Full-timeEqual Employment Opportunity StatementSiemens is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.EEO is the LawApplicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination. To learn more, Click here (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm) .Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination ProvisionSiemens follows Executive Order 11246, including the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. To learn more, Click here (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp%20EnglishformattedESQA508c.pdf) .California Privacy NoticeCalifornia residents have the right to receive additional notices about their personal information. To learn more, click here (https://new.siemens.com/us/en/general/legal/us-internet-privacy-notice-state-rights.html) .