procurement counsel

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Principal Counsel, Strategic Sourcing | Remote | Night Shifts - US EST
 This role is Hybrid, Mumbai Office
Principal Counsel, Strategic Sourcing | Remote | Night Shift - US EST 
This role is Remote, and the successful candidate will be required to work North America time zone hours. 
 
In this role, you will&hellip; 

Report to the Principal Counsel and provide business and legal support for all the company&rsquo;s global strategic sourcing matters. 
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</li>Partner with the company&rsquo;s internal Technology, IT, Marketing, Strategic Sourcing, and other teams in connection with the negotiation and drafting of all global procurement contracts. 
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</li><li>Maintain and improve forms, processes, procedures, and best practices related to all strategic sourcing activities. 
 
You&rsquo;ve got what it takes if you have&hellip; 
</li>A graduate or post-graduate degree in law (LLB, LLM) from a reputable university and are a member in good standing of a state bar in India. 
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</li>A minimum of 7 years&rsquo; experience as a practicing lawyer with experience in an in-house setting (SaaS or other tech company is strongly preferred). 
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</li>Extensive professional experience in negotiating procurement contracts, ideally internationally, with excellent communication, negotiation, and contract drafting skills. 
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</li>Ability to thrive in a demanding, high-growth, high-volume environment, including the ability to manage and prioritize competing tasks without sacrificing quality, attention to detail, accuracy, or timeliness. 
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</li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities, including the ability to consider flexible and creative solutions, sometimes in the face of unknowns. 
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</li>Excellent organizational, project management, and execution skills. 
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</li>Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills, including the ability to collaborate and build positive relationships with colleagues within the Legal team as well as with other internal stakeholders. 
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</li>Experience in understanding and navigating privacy, security, and AI considerations in procurement. 
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</li>Commitment to work North America time zone hours. 
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</li>Fluency and proficiency in written and spoken English. 
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</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment. #LI-Hybrid</li></ul>
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Who We Are:
Cornerstone powers the potential of organizations and their people to thrive in a changing world. Cornerstone Galaxy, the complete AI-powered workforce agility platform, meets organizations where they are. With Galaxy, organizations can identify skills gaps and development opportunities, retain and engage top talent, and provide multimodal learning experiences to meet the diverse needs of the modern workforce. More than 7,000 organizations and 100 million+ users in 180+ countries and in nearly 50 languages use Cornerstone Galaxy to build high-performing, future-ready organizations and people today. 
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Principal Counsel, Strategic Sourcing | Remote | Night Shifts - US EST

<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">About xAI</h3>

xAI's mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company's mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All engineers are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
About the Role</h3>

As a Commercial Counsel at xAI, you'll support procurement efforts by negotiating high-value deals for software, SaaS, hardware, infrastructure, services and any thing else under the sun! Working closely with the Data Center and Procurement Lead, you'll tackle complex agreements, ensure compliance, and streamline processes in a fast-paced environment. Expect to dive into strategic negotiations, balance legal and business priorities, and support xAI's mission to advance AI-driven human scientific discovery. This role is based in Palo Alto, California.
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Responsibilities</h3>
<ul><li>Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements for frontier AI company including vendor agreements for software, SaaS, professional services, corporate services, equipment, data licenses, and NDAs.</li>
<li>Partner closely with engineering, finance and operations teams to align contracts with business needs.</li>
<li>Create processes, templates and playbooks and support the deployment of systems for efficient and scalable contracting.</li>
<li>Be extremely versatile, highly responsive, pitch in for anything needed in the Legal department, even if it's unfamiliar or not in your lane</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Required Qualifications</h3>
<ul><li>5-10 years of legal experience&ndash;ideally through a combination of experience at innovative technology companies and/or excellent law firms.</li>
<li>Experience in commercial contracting, with a focus on procurement in technology or infrastructure sectors.</li>
<li>Proven track record of negotiating complex deals for software, SaaS, hardware, data licenses, capital equipment, or AI-related technologies.</li>
<li>Tech-savvy with an understanding or keen interest in datacenters and emerging technologies like AI.</li>
<li>Have a strong sense of ownership, be inquisitive and enthusiastic about technology, enjoy being continually challenged, and can demonstrate sound judgment in ambiguous situations.</li>
<li>Have a lot of charge in the battery!</li>
<li>Creative solution oriented problem solver.</li>
<li>JD from an accredited law school and active bar membership in at least one U.S. state.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Annual Salary Range</h3>

$225,000 - $285,000 USD
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Benefits</h3>

Base salary is just one part of our total rewards package at xAI, which also includes equity, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short &amp; long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and various other discounts and perks.<div>
xAI is an equal opportunity employer. For details on data processing, view our Recruitment Privacy Notice.</div></div>

Commercial Counsel, Procurement

Saudi Aramco Total Refining and Petrochemical Company (SATORP)

<div>
 
 
 SENIOR/LEGAL COUNSEL - CONSTRUCTION AND COMMERCIAL
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Purpose:
 
 
 
 The Legal Counsel advises on a wide range of legal matters relating to the company&rsquo;s business including in relation to (EPC) Engineering Procurement /Construction agreements, procurement of goods/services, commercial transactions, new business endeavors/strategies and development, financing, operational issues, and petrochemical/oil and gas-related matters.
 
 
 The Legal Counsel works closely with the Head of Legal, all SATORP departments and all SATORP stakeholders to pro-actively manage the overall legal risk exposure of the business.
 
 
 
 
 
 Scope:
 
 
 
 The Legal Counsel is directly involved in negotiation of critical contracts, fulfilling the legal needs of the company and its business, managing the work of outside counsel, and supporting the development of the legal function under the guidance of the Head of Legal.
 
 
 The Legal Counsel acts as a trusted advisor of the company&rsquo;s business and ensures that the company operates within the law at all times, offers counsel on legal issues, creates an effective guardian of the organization and facilitate business strategies development in line with the company&rsquo;s policies and procedures.
 
 
 
 
 
 Duties and Responsibilities:
 
 
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 EPC/construction contracts:
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 Contract Management: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating construction/EPC contracts, including FIDIC-based contracts, subcontracts, and other related agreements for construction and operation of projects.
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 Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating legal risks associated with construction projects, such as delays, defects, and contract breaches.
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 Document Preparation: Preparing legal documents, correspondence, notices, submission of claims/rejection, and other relevant paperwork.
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 Claim Management and Dispute Resolution: Representing clients in construction-related disputes, including claim review, negotiations, and dispute resolution.
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 Advises on legal aspects of company&rsquo;s business and major projects, including a wide variety of commercial contracts, feedstock supply contracts, product sales, and other project-specific agreements project (e.g., leases, licensing agreements, MOUs, NDAs, etc.)
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 Advises on legal aspects of company&rsquo;s procurement activities, including procurement contracts, purchase orders, standard terms and conditions, supplier deviations, and related disputes.
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 Oversees and manages all disputes/claims, resolutions, avoidance practices, and related legal proceedings.
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 Working closely with and advising all business/corporate units (manufacturing, product sales, business development, finance, IT, HR, etc.) on related legal issues.
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 Actively participates in developing company contract templates, handles regulatory issues such as employment/labor law issues, and monitors all aspects of procurement law.
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 Ensures that the company conducts its business in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
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 Supporting the Head of Legal as appropriate.
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 Manages relationships with external parties (regulators, external counsel, clients/customers/contractors).
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 Expected Results:
 
 
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 Acts as the custodian, guardian and controller of all major legal documents of the company
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 Creates associations of trust and respect with the key internal and external stakeholders
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 Meets legal objectives and deals with complex, significant matters that cut across legal and business-related areas.
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 Keeps the company abreast of legislative changes, new and updated laws, regulations, and implementation.
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 Main Competencies and Qualities:
 
 
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 Legal Expertise: Broad experience ideally covering construction/projects, commercial, procurement, and finance.
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 Strong Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex legal issues and develop effective strategies/solutions.
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 Commercial Awareness/Business Acumen: Understanding of business principles and the ability to align legal strategies with business objectives.
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 Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to communicate complex legal information clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
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 Negotiation Skills: Ability to negotiate effectively to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
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 Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify and resolve complex legal issues related to construction projects.
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 Interpersonal Skills: Self-motivated and the ability to work effectively with various stakeholders, including executives, managers, and employees
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 Education Background:
 
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law or equivalent.
 
 
 
 
 
 Experience:
 
 At least 5 years of strong international law firm experience and/or in-house experience ideally in the petrochemical and/or oil &amp; gas industries.
 
 
 Specialist experience of EPC/construction contracts and related claims management is
 
 mandatory
 
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 Language:
 
 English spoken and written is essential.
 
</div>

Sr. Legal Counselor

Boeing

<div>
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We&rsquo;re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that&rsquo;s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
 
 
 The Boeing Company is seeking an
 
 Executive
 
 
 Legal Counsel
 
 to serve as Boeing&rsquo;s lead lawyer in
 
 Saudi Arabia
 
 , based in
 
 Riyadh
 
 .
 
 
 The Legal Counsel will be a member of The Boeing Company's Law and Global Compliance Department, under the Global Law Affairs group and a part of the Middle East, Turkey, Africa, and Central Asia (METACA) regional legal team.
 
 
 The Global Law Affairs (GLA) group consists of 17 attorneys who are located around the world, led by a Vice President and Assistant General Counsel.
 
 
 The GLA team works closely with their U.S.-based legal colleagues and this position will report to the Regional Counsel, based in Dubai, UAE.
 
 
 This position will also work closely with the Boeing President for Saudi Arabia.
 
 
 
 Position Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 Advisory Responsibilities.
 
 
 
 Responsible for providing advice and counsel to the company&rsquo;s business leaders located in Saudi Arabia on the full range of legal issues that may arise. This will include support to Boeing&rsquo;s Defense, Space and Security, Commercial Airplanes, and Global Services (comprising both defense and commercial) businesses, as well as related localization and industrial participation projects in the region.
 
 
 
 Management.
 
 
 
 Serve on the Boeing Saudi Arabia Leadership team, supported by legal support staff and regional paralegals based in Dubai, UAE and managing a budget for external counsel support. Joint Ventures/M&amp;A. Responsible for working together with Boeing M&amp;A attorneys on proposed joint ventures and acquisitions in the region and coordinating local law advice on all aspects of the above, including on appropriate business structures.
 
 
 
 Compliance.
 
 
 
 Responsible for managing the implementation of all applicable company policies in Saudi Arabia, including synchronizing company policies with local law limitations; for evaluating in-place compliance mechanisms, relative to the U.S., the relevant Saudi Arabia jurisdictions and any other applicable law; and for identifying any new compliance needs and developing/ implementing attendant processes, as required by the U.S. or other applicable law.
 
 
 
 Investigations and Litigation.
 
 
 
 Responsible for coordinating legal aspects of investigations in Saudi Arabia in conjunction with U.S. investigations and litigation counsel; interface with governmental organizations on legal issues.
 
 
 
 Subsidiary Management.
 
 
 
 Work together with U.S.-based counsel on corporate governance and registration requirements for the company's subsidiaries and branch offices in Saudi Arabia.
 
 
 
 Labor and Employment.
 
 
 
 Responsible for managing labor and employment matters for all business units in Saudi Arabia, working with local human resources team and U.S.-based Counsel. Representative matters may include employment disputes, compliance requirements for local and foreign hires, immigration and visa compliance for the latter, termination issues, and managing the temporary assignment of employees to international locations.
 
 
 
 Contracts, Procurement, and Leasing.
 
 
 
 Responsible for advising business personnel, functional personnel, and coordinating with U.S.-based Counsel regarding local contracting practices on matters including defense procurement, commercial procurement, non-production procurement, and real estate matters.
 
 
 
 Regulatory.
 
 
 
 Responsible for advising business personnel and coordinating with U.S.-based Counsel and Boeing&rsquo;s finance organization regarding regulatory matters in Saudi Arabia.
 
 
 
 Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)
 
 
 
 
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 The ideal candidate must communicate well in English and Arabic, both orally and in writing; must work well in a team environment with colleagues and clients spread across multiple time zones; and must possess a strong entrepreneurial streak that helps them find creative solutions for commercially complex problems.
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 Whilst candidates who show strong experience both in-house and in private practice with one or more major international law firms would be strongly preferred, we will consider outstanding candidates who only have strong private practice experience.
 
 
 
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 Typical Education And Work Experience
 
 
 
 
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 The ideal candidate will have excellent academic qualifications with a J.D or equivalent from a reputable academic institution and preferably a bar qualification from one or more reputable common law jurisdictions. Minimum 10 years of professional experience, out of which at least 5 years of working in Saudi Arabia, is essential. Preference will be given to candidates who are currently based in Saudi Arabia.
 
 
 
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 Relocation:
 
 
 
 This position offers relocation within Saudi Arabia - subject to candidate eligibility.
 
 
 
 Right to work:
 
 
 
 Immigration support will not be provided.
 
 
 This requisition is for a locally hired position in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S.-based payroll and will commensurate with experience and qualifications and in accordance with applicable Saudi Arabia law.
 
 
 Applications for this position will be accepted until
 
 Dec. 31, 2025
 
 
 
 
 Export Control Requirements:
 
 
 
 This is not an Export Control position.
 
 
 
 Relocation
 
 
 
 This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
 
 
 
 Visa Sponsorship
 
 
 
 Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
 
 
 
 Shift
 
 
 
 Not a Shift Worker (Saudi Arabia)
 
 
 
 Equal Opportunity Employer:
 
 
 
 We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.
 
 
 We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world&rsquo;s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.
</div>

Executive Legal Counsel, Saudi Arabia

NEW YORK STATE HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY

<div>New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR, the &ldquo;Agency&rdquo;) is the State&rsquo;s affordable housing agency, with a mission to build, preserve, and protect affordable housing and increase homeownership throughout New York State.
A Civil Service exam is not required for this position. Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications outlined below to be considered.
HCR is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. HCR is committed to developing a workforce that represents the diverse population of New York State. HCR embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.
HCR Legal provides counsel across the agency&rsquo;s offices and program areas, including with respect to financing and real estate transactions, litigation matters, administrative and regulatory issues, policy and legislation, and operations and governance. The team also encompasses the Tenant Protection Unit, which proactively enforces the State&rsquo;s rent regulation laws.
HCR consists of: the Division of Housing and Community Renewal, the NYS Housing Trust Fund Corporation, the State of New York Mortgage Agency, the New York State Housing Finance Agency, the Tobacco Settlement Financing Corporation, the Affordable Housing Corporation and the State of New York Municipal Bond Bank Agency (collectively, the &ldquo;Agencies&rdquo;).
The duties listed below relate to the work of the Agencies and will be undertaken under the direct supervision of the Agencies&rsquo; Associate Counsel for Legal Operations.
Job Summary:
The Assistant Counsel will be primarily responsible for the legal work applicable to the Agencies&rsquo; operations. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:<ul><li>
Assisting with operational legal work associated with the Chief Operating Officer&rsquo;s Office (Procurement; Finance and Budget; Information Technology; Facilities; and Human Resources)</li><li>
Assisting with the drafting and review of board materials in connection with Agency Operations (including but not limited to contract-related board memos and accompanying resolutions);</li><li>
Drafting procurement contracts, procurement contract amendments/renewals and agency real estate documents (e.g., office leasing), and advising on insurance matters;</li><li>
Assisting with IT-related legal matters, solicitations and inquiries;</li><li>
Working closely with Agency contract counsel and the Procurement department to update contract standard clauses, review solicitation and proposal material, and provide legal advice regarding grant, procurement and contract related legislation, regulations;</li><li>
Assisting with Agency FOIL requests and control agency inquiries/reviews;</li><li>
Assisting with Mitchell-Lama admission and succession appeals decisions, including research and other legal work associated with the Mitchell-Lama Program;</li><li>
Assisting with regulatory compliance of Project Sunlight;</li><li>
Assisting with legal matters relating to the Agency&rsquo;s Department of Empowerment, Compliance and Opportunity and related matters regarding minority and women owned business enterprises and service disabled veteran owned businesses;</li><li>
Carrying out such other legal duties as are necessary to support Legal operations, at the direction of the Senior Vice President/General Counsel, the Deputy Counsel for Compliance and/or other supervising counsel.</li></ul>
Who you are:<ul><li>
Minimum of 3 years of experience with providing legal support for government administrative and operational functions;</li><li>
Experience with Federal and NYS procurement and contracting rules and regulations, FOIL rules and regulations, or legal writing;</li><li>
Experience with FOIL, contracts and procurements, or drafting decisions for administrative appeals is preferred;</li><li>
Experience with Project Sunlight a plus;</li><li>
Experience with public benefit corporation or State executive agency procurement and contracting rules and requirements a plus;</li><li>
Familiarity with: NYS Finance Law, Article 11; NYS Public Authorities Law, Title 4; NYS Executive Law, Article 15; NYS Veterans' Service Law, Article 3; NYS Private Housing Finance Law; NYS Code, Title 9; and the NYS Public Officers Law</li><li>
Knowledge of information technology contract matters a plus; and</li><li>
Must be admitted to the practice of law in New York State.</li></ul>
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employee will be expected to perform other reasonably related duties as assigned.
What we offer at NYSHCR:<ul><li>
Extensive benefits package including paid leave, including excellent health, dental, vision and retirement benefits with the New York State &amp; Local Employees&rsquo; Retirement System.</li><li>
Promotional opportunity for dedicated professionals</li><li>
Work life balance benefits including a 37.5 hour work week and paid time off benefits including, vacation, sick, personal days, and Federal Holidays</li><li>
Opportunity for compressed scheduling</li><li>
12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave</li><li>
Paid Family Leave</li><li>
Opportunity for compressed/flextime scheduling</li><li>
As a New York State employee, you may qualify to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under an accepted repayment plan and while working full-time for an eligible employer.</li></ul>
Additional SONYMA/HFA/AHC Benefits:<ul><li>
Cash in for Wellness! This program provides you with the option of buying or renewing a health club membership of your choice or enrolling in a weight loss and or smoking cessation program, using your sick leave accruals.</li><li>
Tuition reimbursement program &ndash; for job related and non-job related courses</li><li>
Vacation Leave Buy-Back program &ndash; Subject to approval, every year eligible employees may exchange previously earned and accrued vacation time in return for cash compensation (at employee&rsquo;s daily rate of pay at time of exchange)</li><li>
Access to Plum Benefits &ndash; savings on movie tickets, theme parks, hotels, tours, Broadway shows and more!</li><li>
Optical reimbursement program &ndash; Employees are eligible for optical, hearing aid, and podiatric expenses not otherwise covered by insurance, with a maximum aggregate amount of $650 per year, per family. Unused yearly balances may be carried over to the next year for a maximum of $1300</li></ul>
About New York State Homes and Community Renewal: 
Under the leadership of Governor Kathy Hochul and Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas, HCR is a vibrant, innovative agency that integrates and leverages New York State&rsquo;s housing resources. We have offices in New York City, Albany, Buffalo, and Syracuse, and employ a diverse workforce of professionals who are hard-working and committed to serving low- and moderate-income families. Our mission is far-reaching, encompassing single- and multi-family housing finance, home improvement, rent regulation, housing subsidies, and community development. We partner regularly with a variety of public and private stakeholders.
Achieving this mission requires a wide range of skills and backgrounds in public policy, administration, real estate, construction, finance, law, and many other areas of expertise. We seek to provide a workplace environment that is productive, flexible, accountable, ethical, and caring. Our employees are empowered to make a difference where they live and work. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision, retirement, and family-friendly policies.</div>

Assistant Counsel

University of California Office of the President

<div></div><div>Location: Oakland 
Job ID: 83092 
 
Job Posting 
 
For UCOP internal applicants, please login to the internal candidate gateway at: Jobs at UCOP
 
 
Position Base: Oakland 
 
Location: UCOP - Franklin Building 
 
UC OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT 
 
At the University of California (UC), your contributions make a difference. A world leader producing Nobel and Pulitzer Prize recipients with over 150 years of groundbreaking research transforming the world. Choose a career where you can leverage your knowledge, skills and aspirations to inspire and support some of the greatest minds in the world, and those who will follow in their footsteps. Working at the University of California is being part of a unique institution, and a vibrant and diverse community. At the University of California, Office of the President, we propel our mission through impactful work locally, in government centers and systemwide. We are passionate people, serving the greater good. 
 
The University of California, one of the largest and most acclaimed institutions of higher learning in the world, is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and public service. The University of California Office of the President is the headquarters to the 10 campuses, six academic medical centers and three national laboratories and enrolls premier students from California, the nation and the world. Learn more about the UC Office of the President 
 
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW 
 
UC Legal - Office of General Counsel (OGC) delivers ethical, timely, efficient and high quality legal services to the University of California's ten campuses, five medical centers, and National Laboratories, as well as to the Board of Regents, the President, the Chancellors and other officers of the University. OGC's services include prosecuting and defending litigation, drafting and negotiating agreements, providing advice, counsel and interpretation of laws, regulations and policies, and assisting with development of effective compliance and risk mitigation strategies to facilitate the University's complex operations. The University is one of the leading academic research organizations in the world and is a leader among universities receiving research awards from the National Institutes of Health, the National Science Foundation, and other agencies. See http://research.universityofcalifornia.edu/impact/ for details. The University's academic medical centers form an $11.4 billion healthcare organization, operating premier quaternary medical centers throughout the State; its health sciences education system is the country's largest, with more than 14,000 students enrolled in 18 health professional schools and programs; and it is among the largest recipients of NIH research support in the United States. See http://health.universityofcalifornia.edu/ for details. 
 
Position Summary 
Reporting to the Managing Counsel, Health Affairs, Privacy, and Data Protection, the Senior Counsel advises UC Health, Office of the President, Faculty Senate, and campuses and Office of the President stakeholders on a broad range of cybersecurity, technology, procurement, privacy, and data protection matters. Provides legal support on UC Health procurement matters, as well as procurement matters pertaining to data privacy and data protection throughout the UC system. Provides legal support on cybersecurity/privacy incidents throughout the UC system and provides advice as needed to campus- and health-system based researchers, attorneys, compliance officers, research administrators, and other stakeholders on cybersecurity and technology matters; and provides legal support to UC CIOs and CISOs working on systemwide technology initiatives. By practicing UC Legal's established Values for Principles of Community, all team members are expected to promote and maintain a workplace that is collaborative, supportive, respectful of differences, and committed to fairness in all interactions, both within and outside the team. 
 
Key Responsibilities 
 
90% Client Service 
<ul><li>
Advises on a broad range of contracts relating to procurement, including health procurement; cybersecurity; technology; privacy; and data protection. 
</li><li>
Advises on data security and privacy incidents. 
</li><li>
Advises on deployment and use of innovative technology throughout the University and by vendors. 
</li><li>
Advises University leaders with respect to the legal implications of establishing or changing policy. 
</li><li>
Understands the diverse needs and interests of various stakeholder groups; creates and fosters an environment to ensure collegiality and information sharing. 
</li><li>
Serves as a trusted strategic partner with University business units, providing practical advice. 
</li><li>
Interprets complex facts and the law in areas of high ambiguity. Contributes towards the success of initiatives by providing practical legal services and deliverables in a timely manner. 
</li><li>
Works with colleagues at the Office of the President or campus / medical center locations to develop and modify practices and procedures to conform with changing legal requirements. Keeps informed of changing legislation and case law developments affecting overall operations of the University as they relate to the area of responsibility. 
</li><li>
Directly negotiates matters on behalf of The Regents. May act as a liaison with outside counsel.</li></ul> 
10% Strategic Planning and Leadership 
<ul><li>
Independently and with minimal or no supervision advises clients across UC campuses, UC Health and the medical centers on critical issues including, but not limited to, procurement for UC Health, cybersecurity and privacy incident response and prevention.</li><li>
Works effectively to contain expenditures on legal services delivered by or through outside counsel.</li><li>
Anticipates and proactively addresses challenges arising from the diverse roles and responsibilities of different stakeholders.</li><li>
Handles all work flexibly, able to effectively juggle competing priorities and demands in an extremely busy practice.</li></ul> 

Experience 
<ul><li>
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a law firm, academic healthcare setting, or in-house for an academic institution, corporation, or other entity required.</li></ul> 

Skills and Abilities 
Required Qualifications 
<ul><li>
Understanding of applicable privacy, security and other laws, industry practices, and enforcement trends and strategies to manage the related risks.</li><li>
Experience in contract negotiation, particularly with respect to terms relating to cybersecurity, privacy, artificial intelligence, and/or procurement.</li><li>
Proven abilities in collaboration, facilitation, and strategic and creative thinking.</li><li>
Trusted partner with senior management and a diverse spectrum of clients.</li><li>
Thorough understanding of complex legal issues within areas of the role and ability to foresee implications in a University setting, even when ambiguous or hidden.</li><li>
Strong interpersonal communication skills, including proven ability to actively listen, negotiate, persuade, and educate and ability to discuss legal concepts with IT professionals and technical concepts with those without an IT background.</li><li>
Skills to gain trust and build credibility with a broad group of colleagues and clients, to include senior leaders.</li><li>
Strong written communication skills and ability to create and deliver effective materials and/or presentations appropriate to a particular legal audience.</li><li>
In-depth research skills to draft accurate and complete legal documents.</li><li>
Proven decision-making ability, even when unpopular, earning credibility and support from colleagues.</li><li>
Relied on to represent institutional concerns persuasively to internal and external parties.</li><li>
Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion and tact when handling sensitive or potentially sensitive issues.</li><li>
Demonstrated commitment to the highest ethical standards.</li></ul> 
Preferred Qualifications 
<ul><li>
Experience in advising on competitive bidding.</li><li>
Experience dealing with significant data breaches including investigation, remediation and notification.</li><li>
Experience with cybersecurity risk assessments and preparedness exercises.</li><li>
Ability to research legislation and readily identify critical changes.</li><li>
Skills in project management and facilitating policy review and changes.</li></ul> 

Education 
Advanced degree in related area required 
 
Licenses and Certifications 
<ul><li>
Must be in good standing in the California State Bar or admitted within one year of employment. CURRENT ADMISSION IS STRONGLY PREFERRED. California's Registered In-House Counsel program is NOT available to University of California attorneys.</li></ul> 

Travel Requirements 
Occasional travel from Oakland possible, if needed. 
 
SPECIAL CONDITIONS 
 
The person hired will be required to reside within California and report to work on-site at UC's Office of the President (UCOP) located in Oakland, CA on a regular basis. Current policy requires that a new employee work on-site at least three days per week on Tuesday and Wednesdays (&quot;anchor days&quot;), plus one additional day. In exceptional circumstances, approved by the General Counsel, candidates residing in or willing to relocate to California may be considered for a fully remote work arrangement. 
 
SALARY AND BENEFITS 
 
Job Title: Counsel 3 
Job Code: 000202 
Salary Grade: Grade 27 
 
Payscale: $185,000 - $210,000 annual, commensurate with experience 
 
The University of California, Office of the President, is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. 
 
Benefits: For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: Benefits of Belonging 
 
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 
 
HOW TO APPLY 
 
Please be prepared to attach a cover letter and resume with your application. 
 
APPLICATION REVIEW DATE 
 
The first review date for this job is January 5, 2026. If needed, add: The position will be open until filled. 
 
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT 
 
Background Check Process: Successful completion of a background check is required for this critical position. Background check process at UCOP 
 
Smoke Free Work Environment: The University of California, Office of the President, is smoke &amp; tobacco-free as of January 1, 2014. UC Smoke &amp; Tobacco Free Policy 
 
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. 
 
As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer. 
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&quot;Misconduct&quot; means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.<ul><li>
UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy</li><li>
UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties</li>
APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment 
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SENIOR COUNSEL, DATA PROTECTION AND PROCUREMENT

Hadrian

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 Hadrian &mdash; Manufacturing the Future
 
 
 
 Hadrian is building autonomous factories that help aerospace and defense companies manufacture rockets, satellites, jets, and ships up to
 
 10x faster and 2x cheaper
 
 . By combining advanced software, robotics, and full-stack manufacturing, we&rsquo;re reinventing how America produces its most critical parts.
 
 
 We recently raised a
 
 $260M Series C
 
 to accelerate this mission. Our new
 
 270,000 sq. ft. Mesa, AZ factory
 
 will create hundreds of new jobs and expand Hadrian&rsquo;s ability to deliver at scale. Backed by
 
 Lux Capital, Founders Fund, and Andreessen Horowitz
 
 , we&rsquo;re building a cornerstone of America&rsquo;s industrial future.
 
 
 
 The Role
 
 
 
 Hadrian is seeking a
 
 Legal Counsel, Government Contracts
 
 to lead legal strategy and support for all aspects of our federal and defense contracting operations. You will ensure compliance with U.S. procurement and export control regulations while partnering with internal teams to deliver on mission-critical programs.
 
 
 
 What You&rsquo;ll Do
 
 
 
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 Be a key founding member of the Hadrian Legal Team.
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 Support Federal Sales team to efficiently capture new contracts, grow existing contracts, and set up follow-on opportunities for future contracts. Assist in the strategy development for new business, including overseeing and evaluating major proposals and white papers with the Federal Sales team.
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 Manage relationships with procurement office representatives at Government agencies. High-trust professional relationships with Government contracting and procurement offices are critical to Hadrian&rsquo;s continued success, and you will be called upon to develop and foster these relationships throughout your tenure.
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 Provide legal counsel and day-to-day management of the entire acquisitions lifecycle - scoping, drafting, negotiations and execution. Lead or assist in key negotiations, resolve performance issues, identify risks and mitigations, and ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and policies.
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 Develop software contracting approaches for delivering software to the Department of Defense and negotiate those agreements with contracting officers and program counsel.
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 Manage end-to-end government contract lifecycles &mdash; scoping, drafting, negotiation, and execution.
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 Advise leadership on FAR/DFARS, ITAR, and export control requirements.
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 Support proposal, pricing, and program management teams to ensure compliance readiness.
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 Lead audits, investigations, and mandatory disclosures.
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 Develop and maintain government contract templates, clause libraries, and workflows.
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 Partner with agencies and outside counsel on contracting issues and disputes.
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 Deliver training and compliance programs for government contracting and ethics.
 
 
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 What We&rsquo;re Looking For
 
 
 
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 J.D. from an accredited law school; active bar membership.
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 8&ndash;12 years of government contracts experience in aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing.
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 Deep understanding of FAR/DFARS, ITAR, and export controls.
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 Strong record managing compliance programs and contract disputes.
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 U.S. citizenship required (ITAR).
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Compensation
 
 
 
 For this role, the target salary range is
 
 $256,000
 
 -
 
 $305,000
 
 (actual range may vary based on experience).
 
 
 This is the lowest to highest salary we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.
 
 
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
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 100% coverage of medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employees
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 401(k)
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 Relocation stipend for out-of-area hires
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 Flexible vacation policy
 
 
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 ITAR Requirements
 
 
 
 To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain authorization from the U.S. Department of State.
 
 
 
 Equal Opportunity Employment
 
 
 
 Hadrian provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race (inclusive of traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.
 
 
 We also make reasonable accommodations for qualified candidates and employees with disabilities, including those related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.
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Legal Counsel, Government Contracts

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