Counsel, Digital & Information Technology

Overview

This role supports the Digital & Information Technology legal function within a global materials science organization. The position involves significant responsibility for negotiating and advising on information technology agreements, as well as providing counsel on digital, cybersecurity, data governance, and emerging AI-related legal matters. The role reports to Senior Managing Counsel II in the Compliance Center of Excellence and collaborates closely with business clients and internal legal teams including Compliance, Intellectual Property, Litigation, and Data Privacy.

Responsibilities

Transaction Support

• Negotiate, draft, review, and interpret a wide variety of IT-related agreements such as software licenses, SaaS agreements, cloud services, managed services, professional services, hardware, and other commercial technology contracts.
• Advise business clients on legal and commercial terms involving information security, data use, intellectual property, confidentiality, service levels, indemnity, liability allocation, audit rights, and compliance obligations.
• Support technology procurement, implementation, and vendor contracting efforts by providing practical legal guidance aligned with business objectives.
• Develop and refine contract templates, fallback language, and contracting workflows in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Provide legal support for software development, implementation, licensing, and third-party development and services agreements.
• Review and advise on contract provisions related to cybersecurity requirements, data handling, AI-related terms, business continuity, and regulatory compliance.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to support efficient contract review, issue escalation, and resolution of legal and commercial risks in technology transactions.

Counseling

• Provide legal advice and support on digital and IT matters including cybersecurity, data governance, and related operational issues.
• Support legal review of cybersecurity incidents, internal response efforts, and related policy or process considerations.
• Advise on legal issues associated with the development, deployment, and use of AI-related capabilities.
• Advise on legal issues related to open source software use and licensing considerations.
• Coordinate with internal partners such as Data Privacy, Compliance, Intellectual Property, and Litigation teams on legal issues arising from digital and IT initiatives.
• Research and advise on applicable legal and regulatory developments affecting IT, cybersecurity, data use, and emerging digital capabilities.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a practicing attorney, either in a law firm or in-house.
• Strong experience negotiating and drafting commercial technology agreements.
• Experience advising on legal issues involving IT, cybersecurity, data governance, privacy, or related regulatory matters.
• Experience working across multiple stakeholders and legal subject areas in a corporate environment is preferred.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of laws, regulations, and best practices related to IT, cybersecurity, data governance, and commercial matters.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide practical, business-oriented advice.
• Sound judgment and ability to work independently under general guidance while recognizing when escalation is appropriate.
• Strong analytical, drafting, negotiation, and issue-spotting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively across functions and in a team-based environment.
• Interest in emerging legal issues related to AI and digital technologies.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $157,047.00 - $215,940.00 (full-time equivalent), with starting pay dependent on geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.
• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives aligned with business results.
• 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout career.
• Matching contributions to 401(k) savings plan, with total retirement contributions ranging between 7% and 12% of pay depending on age and years of service.
• Comprehensive health and well-being benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness programs, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Recognition programs to celebrate successes and reward exceptional contributions.

Location & Travel

• This position can be based remotely.
• No immigration sponsorship is provided for this position.