JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Description: Perkins Coie is looking for a qualified and dynamic individual to take on the role of Director and Counsel, Commercial Contracts, which oversees the firm\'s Commercial Contract procurement supplier contract function, including negotiation of contracts and development of related governance procedures and processes to enhance our compliance profile, address efficiency and reliability, and meet internal customer needs. This role will be responsible for managing the legal review of supplier contracts to maximize business opportunity while minimizing legal risk to the firm. The role will work cross-functionally with key stakeholders across the firm, including in our Professional Standards/Legal, Procurement, Operations, Information Technology, Information Governance, Marketing, and Human Resources departments. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS These essential functions are primary job duties that incumbents must be able to perform unassisted or with some reasonable accommodation. Codify and conduct legal reviews according to agreed-upon and uniform risk standards. If applicable, manage and optimize the relationship with the firm\'s outsourced legal reviewers. Work with various levels of the organization to ensure a smooth and collaborative procurement pipeline process, maintain strong relationships with sourcing managers, and have a clear understanding of the needs of the business-side stakeholders. Work with the firm\'s Procurement group to oversee the contracting function. Develop and administer a programmatic approach to the process, including SLAs, training, playbook development, and advice/counseling. Manage and optimize relationships with firm general counsel and Professional Standards department. Oversee any escalations to same or other firm counsel as applicable. Act as subject matter expert with respect to supplier contracts and related risk management consistent with firm policies and standards. Manage and resolve questions and disputes regarding supplier contractual terms. Work closely with internal stakeholders to develop, monitor, and update policies and standards related to supplier contracts and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Monitor changes to local, national, and international laws and make recommendations as appropriate. Develop and maintain firm supplier contract templates, including Confidentiality Agreements, Master Services Agreements, Master Staffing... For full info follow application link. Perkins Coie LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, protected veterans, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, social and recreational activities and termination. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/A7EAE957D4634581