Counsel, Commercial

W. R. Grace & Co. -
Columbia, MD

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7 days ago

Benefits

Wellness program
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Parental leave
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Legal writing
Team leadership
Doctor of Law (JD)
Contract drafting
Corporate law experience
Data interpretation
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Job Description

Grace is seeking a Commercial Counsel to join our legal team. This position reports to our Assistant General Counsel for Commercial and is located in Columbia, Maryland.

The Commercial Counsel serves as primary counsel supporting Grace’s business activities for its Materials Technologies organization. Among other things, they will identify and analyze legal issues, negotiate and draft contracts, assist with corporate matters, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

Partner with and counsel the Materials Technologies organization related to all types of contracts: sales, distribution, consultancy, etc.
Review, negotiate and draft all types of contracts, including supply agreements, manufacturing agreements, and service agreements.
Assist in reviewing and providing counsel regarding internal and external communications.
Provide legal counsel and insightful experience concerning all commercial matters involving the Materials Technology organization.
Coordinate with other legal experts in specialized areas such as intellectual property, litigation, and tax.
Provide additional legal support on other matters and assume other responsibilities, as assigned.

Required Qualifications

J.D. with a strong academic record and active member in good standing of a State Bar
At least five (5) years of experience with drafting and negotiating complex contracts and providing support on general corporate matters
Strong contract drafting and negotiating skills.
Excellent communication and analytical skills, and ability to think strategically and tactically.
Detail-oriented, organized, efficient, and resourceful with strong follow-through skills.
Proven self-starter, results-oriented, high-energy team player with demonstrated leadership skills.
Superior communication skills, both verbal and written. In particular, must be able to effectively frame and explain issues to non-lawyers to drive strategic-thinking and execution.
Ability to think critically, learn new substantive areas quickly, analyze problems and data, and develop creative and practical solutions.
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Preferred Qualifications

Global or multi-regional experience
Experience supporting global corporations on contracts and commercial issues.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Life Insurance and Disability
Grace Wellness Program
Flexible Workplace
Retirement Plans
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Company Donation Match Program

Grace is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Grace via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Grace. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Grace as a result of the referral or through other means.

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