Remote Work: No

Overview:

At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working to make everyday life better. United by curiosity and care, we develop dynamic solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.

Being a part of Zebra Nation means being seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our diverse perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are a part of a team pushing boundaries to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.

You have opportunities to learn and lead at a forward-thinking company, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes that you care about – locally and globally. We’ve only begun reimaging the future – for our people, our customers, and the world.

Let’s create tomorrow together.

Senior Counsel, I provides strategic guidance and commercial legal support to the senior management of Zebra, leading complex and high-dollar value business deals with distributors and channel partners in their region or business unit. Responsible for having in-depth understanding of business goals; structuring deals to meet those goals while adhering to Zebra’s company policies; conceiving and drafting template contracts and policies reflecting agreed-to content and structures; working primarily on the business critical projects, negotiating complex and high value contracts to execution against senior attorneys and management representing counterparties; and counseling on dispute resolution and enforcement of contract claims for and against Zebra. Senior Counsel, I also proactively drives legal support on various region or business-unit specific matters including litigation, data privacy and integration of acquired businesses.

Responsibilities:

A strong team-player with intense intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach who can work autonomously. Willing to absorb information and develop new legal skills and areas of expertise quickly, in a fast-paced environment. Able to support multiple demanding stakeholders, as follows:

Has in-depth knowledge of the overall business, with an intimate understanding of the region or business unit, and becomes embedded with key business team as a trusted partner
Zebra’s business within the respective region or business unit
Serves as primary legal representative for the region or business unit, offering proactive solutions and risk mitigation strategies

Independently creates and drives legal strategy to complement business objectives for the region or business unit

Acts as senior subject matter expert on all country-specific legal requirements and provides legal counsel on a wide array of areas
Drafts contracts of varying complexity, including contracts for which there are no existing templates and that require significant creativity
Leads by example and collaborates with legal department and cross-functional teams to drive results
Keeps abreast of legislative changes with a focus on antitrust/competition law, and proactively drives understanding across legal teams
Ensures proper due diligence and compliance with corporate policies and applicable laws
Assistance with and counsel on corporate governance and legal entity issues in region
Promotes common tools, processes, practices and is a strong participant in departmental IT projects.
Monitors/directs/supervises the work of less experienced colleagues and contract manager(s)

Must be able to work a hybrid schedule in Lincolnshire, IL

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

15+ years of experience, either in-house or with a law firm
Education in the U.S.: J.D. from an accredited law school. During employment, must meet requirements for continuing licensure for law practice.
Education outside U.S.: Professional legal qualification accredited in accordance with local country legal practices. During employment, must meet requirements for continuing licensure for law practice.
Up to 10% domestic and international travel required

Preferred Skills and Competencies:

Excellent policy and contract drafting with an emphasis on complex channel programs and related contract templates
Excellent negotiating skills and experience drafting and negotiating a broad range of commercial agreements (including distribution, marketing and collaboration agreements, SaaS Services Agreements, software licensing, and professional services agreements)
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail; very strong communication skills (oral and written) and strong interpersonal skills; familiarity with local laws and managing issues across countries;; coordinating with outside counsel on complex matters
Able to work collaboratively within and across departments including escalations to senior leadership

Come Join the Herd!

Zebra is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability and protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at workplace.accommodations@zebra.com. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Zebra is a federal contractor and is committed to an alcohol and drug free workplace. As a result, all U.S. based employees are subject to the Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy and Procedure.

Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive – including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.

Salary: USD 153900.00 - USD 230900.00 Yearly

Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.
Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement. In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.

To protect candidates from falling victim to online fraudulent activity involving fake job postings and employment offers, please be aware our recruiters will always connect with you via @zebra.com email accounts. Applications are only accepted through our applicant tracking system and only accept personal identifying information through that system. Our Talent Acquisition team will not ask for you to provide personal identifying information via e-mail or outside of the system. If you are a victim of identity theft contact your local police department.

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Senior Counsel, I-Commercial Contracts

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