Legal Counsel - Procurement

Overview

This role involves providing strategic and practical legal support to the Corporate Procurement department of a leading science and technology organization. The Legal Counsel - Procurement will draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, develop and maintain contract templates and related processes, ensure compliance with relevant laws and internal policies, and support sustainability, risk management, and supplier governance initiatives. The position reports to the SVP - Deputy General Counsel, Secretary & Chief Sustainability Officer and is based onsite in Washington, D.C.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate procurement-related agreements, including Master Service Agreements (MSAs) and various supplier agreements.
• Develop and maintain contract templates and standard terms; manage related processes.
• Provide legal guidance to procurement teams, including effective use of AI tools in contracting processes.
• Act as the primary legal advisor for the Corporate Procurement department on sourcing strategies, RFPs, and vendor negotiations.
• Support training and education for procurement professionals on legal and compliance topics.
• Collaborate with multiple functions and business units to advance procurement objectives.
• Ensure vendor arrangements comply with regulatory requirements.
• Support development and implementation of procurement standard work, including policies, governance frameworks, and supplier risk assessments.
• Assist in resolving contract disputes, claims, performance issues, and escalations.
• Provide legal support for supply chain sustainability programs and integration of sustainability into supplier contract management and risk assessment.
• Monitor legal developments related to supply chain transparency, human rights, and related topics.
• Support initiatives to improve digitalization of contracting processes and create a Procurement Legal Library/SharePoint site.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD), LLB, or equivalent legal degree.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in a U.S. state or territory; waiver into Washington, D.C. bar will be required.
• Minimum of 5 years of legal experience in commercial contracting, preferably with procurement contracting experience.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills with keen attention to detail.
• Solid understanding of contract law, procurement processes, and commercial risk allocation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with sustainability, ESG regulations, or supply chain compliance.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary range: $200,000 - $230,000.
• Eligibility for bonus/incentive pay.
• Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k) plan.

Location

• This is a remote position with the ability to be onsite in Washington, D.C. for meetings as needed.
• Ideal candidates will be within commutable distance to the corporate office.

Additional Information

• The employer is committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants and employees with disabilities during the application and employment process.