Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Technology and Outsourcing Associate Attorney to integrate seamlessly into the client’s procurement team. The successful candidate will be pivotal in negotiating technology contracts and providing ongoing support and management for such agreements. This position involves working on projects from inception to completion, encompassing agreement review, negotiation, interpretation, and potential restructuring. The Technology and Outsourcing Associate Attorney may also contribute to dispute resolution efforts. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in technology and outsourcing transactions, focusing on various agreements such as software licensing, implementation and integration services, and outsourcing services.

Duties

• Work collaboratively with clients on technology projects, handling tasks from contract review and negotiation to contract interpretation and potential restructuring.
• Provide ongoing support and management of technology contracts within the client’s procurement team.
• Participate in the resolution of disputes related to technology and outsourcing agreements.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of contract intake workflows, technology procurement, and negotiation of technology transactions.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in technology and outsourcing transactions, including software licensing agreements, implementation and integration services agreements, and software-as-a-service agreements.
• Well-trained with a preference for large law firm experience.
• Strong contract review, negotiation, and drafting skills.
• Ability to thrive under pressure, prioritize and manage workloads, and meet deadlines.
• Detail-oriented and resourceful, with excellent follow-through skills.
• Business-oriented approach to problem-solving.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with colleagues and clients at all business levels.
• Knowledge of data privacy and/or security standards is a plus.
• Some portable business is preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the Bar in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Proficient in contract review, negotiation, and drafting.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Business acumen with a focus on problem-solving.
• Knowledge of data privacy and security standards.

This law firm was founded over three decades ago with a wide range of trial and transactional experience. Their areas of practice include construction, real estate, criminal, white collar, estate planning, family law, and land use. The firm is located in Massachusetts.