Senior Legal Counsel

Job title:

Senior Legal Counsel

Company:

Vertiv

Job description

Job Description:POSITION SUMMARYWorks as part of the Law Department to protect Vertiv business by ensuring that terms and conditions used in transactions are acceptable and in line with Vertiv’s commercial strategy with particular focus on large accounts in the EMEA region. Working closely with Sales and other key company stakeholders on specific assigned accounts to implement defined processes and commercial pillars. Review and draft agreements, often at frame level related to the EMEA territory relating to the sale of products and services to ensure agreements are clearly defined, documented, and in agreement with Vertiv’s guidelines. Negotiate directly with key customers, mainly from Data Center Market, also in support of sales. Provides legal support for other assigned activities (e.g. legal training and alike).RESPONSIBILITIESMain activities

• Timely review, analysis, drafting, interpretation and negotiation of contracts and other documents with external parties in line with company policies and objectives
• Provides counsel and advises Company management on legal issues, compliance, and risk management (contracts, claims, litigation, legal changes, trade compliance, and others), and possible impact on Company.
• Anticipates and mitigates potential legal problems within the organization and mitigates risk to avoid claims and litigation
• Conducts legal analysis, research, and reviews on a variety of legal issues, national and international laws, and risk evaluation.

Customers

• Internal: Members of other Corporate Departments, Business Units
• External: Outside Counsel, Customers, Partners and Suppliers as it Concerns Negotiation

QUALIFICATIONSExperience / Skills / Other

• Qualification / Degree in Law
• Minimum 8/10 years of law experience in Data Center Market
• IT skills: Microsoft Office
• Travel within the EMEA Region he/she might be requested to travel to meet other internal customers or to negotiate contracts with customers

Technical Skills Skills Groups Level
Level 1: Basic – Level 4 : Expert 1 2 3 4
Computer skills (Microsoft Office) X
Languages: English X
Commercial contracts drafting and negotiations X
International trade (law and import/export techniques) X
Legal Compliance and Ethics XVertiv Competencies # Name Definition
1 Establishing Effective Teamwork Maintains smooth, effective working relationships. Includes the right stakeholders and supports peers; treats people with respect and talks about the situation, not the person.
2 Building and Maintaining Relationships Negotiates adeptly with individuals and groups. Effective at managing conflict and confrontations skillfully. Knows how to build and maintain working relationships with co-employees and external parties. Can negotiate and handle work problems without alienating people. Understands others and can get their cooperation in non-authority relationships.
3 Communicating Effectively Expresses ideas clearly and concisely. Disseminates information about decisions, plans, and activities. Is a willing and patient listener and is open to feedback.
4 Managing Change Uses effective strategies to facilitate organizational change initiatives and overcome resistance to change.
5 Analysis, Solving Problems and Making Decisions Makes timely decisions. Readily understands complex issues. Creates solutions that effectively address problems.
6 Providing Customer Service Puts customers first in everything they do both internally and externally, to meet/exceed their expectations.
7 Managing & Developing Yourself – Self Awareness Admits shortcomings accepts feedback and works to improve.
8 Demonstrating Ethics and Integrity Acts in accordance with stated values. Follows through on promises. Uses ethical considerations to guide decision and actions.
9 Drive and Sense of Urgency Doesn’t wait to be told, confidence to act. Sees things through, gets VALUE-ADDED priorities done, pushes self and othersTIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

• 25% travel domestically and internationally as required, with participation in global meetings outside normal working hours

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to . If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company’s career page located on Vertiv.com/CareersWork AuthorizationNo calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Expected salary

Location

Italia

Job date

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 02:44:18 GMT

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