Assistant General Counsel, Global Technology and Sourcing

Replacement:
This position is open due to an existing vacancy to support our evolving business needs.

The role is responsible for supporting the Technology and Sourcing organizations with legal advice and with the drafting, review and negotiation of a wide variety of complex, global commercial agreements with third party suppliers, including cloud, software licensing, hardware, IT/consulting services, telecommunications and outsourcing. The position will be based in Minneapolis, MN;
Dallas, TX; or Toronto, ON.

In this opportunity as Assistant General Counsel, Global Technology & Sourcing, you will:

• Manage a team of attorneys who support global technology, sourcing and marketing events teams.
• Advise key partners across global technology and sourcing teams related to complex, global commercial agreements (with a focus on technology) on a global basis, including identifying legal and business reputation risks.
• Provide expert legal advice and support on a wide range of global technology and sourcing matters, including software licensing, cloud services, data privacy, and intellectual property.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts, including master service agreements, technology agreements, vendor contracts, and statements of work, ensuring alignment with corporate policies and legal requirements.
• Develop and implement strategies for effective contract management, including lifecycle management, dispute resolution, and performance monitoring.
• Advise on and manage compliance with various international regulatory frameworks, including Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), and other relevant data protection and privacy laws.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including sourcing, IT, product development, and business units, to identify and mitigate legal risks associated with technology acquisition and deployment.
• Support corporate governance initiatives related to technology and sourcing, ensuring adherence to internal policies and external legal obligations.
• Manage and provide guidance on litigation matters related to technology contracts and intellectual property.
• Stay abreast of evolving legal practices, technology trends, and international regulatory developments impacting the company's global operations.
• Provide legal consulting and training to business teams on best practices for contract compliance and risk management.
• Engage with government affairs teams on relevant legislative and regulatory matters affecting global technology and sourcing.

You're a fit for the role of Assistant General Counsel, Global Technology & Sourcing if you have:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with a state bar association.
• Extensive experience (typically 8+ years) practicing law, with a significant focus on technology, commercial contracts, and international regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated expertise in contract management, including drafting, negotiation, and lifecycle management.
• Proven experience with Compliance Investigations and Legal Compliance frameworks, particularly those related to global operations.
• Knowledge of Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA).
• Strong understanding of Corporate Governance principles and their application in a large, multinational corporation.
• Excellent analytical, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously and work effectively in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with intellectual property, privacy, information-/cyber-security and AI/LLM issues that relate to technology and procurement agreements.
• Experience in Government Affairs or working with government agencies is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

• Hybrid Work Model:
  We’ve adopted a flexible hybrid working environment (2-3 days a week in the office depending on the role) for our office-based roles…