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Legal Counsel - Temp

Posted 12 days ago

RemoteItasca, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Scope of Work:

The Attorney will provide legal counsel to the acquired businesses in the areas of corporate governance, commercial contracting, regulatory compliance, and general corporate matters. 

 

Deliverables and Services:

  • Drafts, reviews, negotiates, and advises on internal governance documents, corporate resolutions, and other legal documents related to day-to-day operations and commercial transactions.
  • Develops and maintains legal templates, playbooks, and best practices to support acquisition workflows
  • Provides legal oversight on integration activities, including commercial terms and operational harmonization
  • Negotiates with existing, new and renewing customers.
  • Has a deep understanding of the technology space and is able to close deals with limited supervision.
  • Drafts and reviews legal correspondence, memoranda, and opinions as needed 
  • Advises and collaborates with Finance, Tax and Mergers and Acquisitions team on legal matters arising from corporate transactions
  • Manages and oversees due diligence documentation and closing records for acquisitions
  • Oversees maintenance and accuracy of corporate record books and entity management systems
  • Establishes and maintains legal filing systems and document retention protocols
  • Performs other legal projects or duties as assigned, including cross-functional matters involving finance and accounting

Qualifications

Qualifications and Skills 

  • Must be highly detail-oriented with the ability to independently analyze and draft complex legal documents
  • Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple concurrent matters
  • Strong prioritization skills 
  • Self-motivated with the ability to exercise independent legal judgment
  • Ability to multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present legal analysis to senior leadership
  • Ability to properly handle confidential information and records 
  • Willing to perform all levels of work  
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & Outlook) 
  • Experience in a corporate legal department or law firm corporate practice required
  • Experience with corporate governance and entity management required

Education/Experience:  

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school
  • Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
  • 3 or more years of relevant legal experience in corporate law, M&A, or governance

Additional Information

What We’re Offering

  • Salary Range: $78,000 to $95,000 annually + bonus
  • Flexible paid time off, including sick and holiday
  •  Medical, dental, & vision insurance
  •  401K with Company contribution
  •  Flexible spending accounts
  •  Life insurance and disability benefits
  •  Tuition assistance
  •  Community involvement and volunteering events

M/F/Disabled/Vet VEVRAA Federal Contractor.  We are a Drug-Free Workplace. Interested candidates should apply at: www.ifs.com/about/careers-at-ifs

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Equal Opportunity Employer

We embrace flexibility and hybrid work opportunities to support diverse needs and lifestyles, while also valuing inclusive workplace experiences. By fostering a sense of community, we drive innovation, strengthen connections, and nurture belonging. Our commitment ensures you can work in a way that suits you best, while also engaging with colleagues to share ideas and build meaningful relationships.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Equal Opportunity Employer

Job details
Workplace
Remote
Location
Itasca, Illinois, United States

IFS is a global enterprise software company developing and delivering cloud ERP, EAM, FSM and industrial AI solutions to help organizations manufacture goods, maintain assets, and manage service operations worldwide.

Employees
9277
Industry
Software Development
Headquarters
Linköping
Founded
1983
Company location
Teknikringen 5, Box 1545, Linköping, SE-581 15, SE
Specialties
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Business Software Solutions, Enterprise Asset Management (EAM), Enterprise Project Management (EPM), Field Service Management (FSM), Supply Chain Management (SCM), and Enterprise Service Management (ESM)

Key team members

Frode Gaustad

Frode Gaustad

Jeremy Harpham

Jeremy Harpham

Shawn Juister

Shawn Juister

Vinh Vu

Vinh Vu

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