Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from SimCorp
Job overview
The Lead Legal Counsel role at SimCorp supports the North American Market Unit by providing expert legal advice on complex IT contracts, primarily SaaS agreements, impacting strategic business deals.
Responsibilities and impact
The Lead Legal Counsel will negotiate large SaaS and IT service contracts, develop and refine contract templates, resolve commercial disputes, provide legal advice on intellectual property and corporate law, and support the North American sales teams, including regular travel within the US and Canada.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a salary range of $130,000 to $230,000 for New York City, an annual discretionary bonus, health care, leave, retirement plans, flexible working hours, a hybrid work model, and opportunities for professional development.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a law degree and at least 5 years of experience as in-house counsel or attorney, expertise in drafting and negotiating complex IT contracts, knowledge of SaaS and IT outsourcing legal aspects, preferably in fintech, strong commercial acumen, ability to work independently under tight deadlines, and willingness to work onsite 2-3 times per week in New York.
Career development
SimCorp offers individualized professional development paths to support career growth and learning aligned with the employee's goals.
Work environment and culture
SimCorp values caring, customer success, collaboration, curiosity, and courage, fostering a people-centered, inclusive, and empowering environment with a hybrid work model and flexible hours.
Company information
SimCorp is a leading global provider of integrated investment management solutions with over 3,000 employees, part of Deutsche Börse Group, recently merged with Axioma to enhance its offerings in financial technology.
Team overview
The role is part of the global Group Legal team with lawyers based in the US and Europe, collaborating closely with North American sales and management teams.
Job location and travel
The job is based in New York City with a hybrid work model requiring onsite presence 2-3 times per week and regular travel within the US and Canada.
Application process
Applications must be submitted in English via SimCorp's career site; personal data like photos or age should be excluded to reduce bias; the review process takes about three weeks, and candidates can contact the Principal Legal Counsel for more information.
Unique job features
The role involves leading high-profile, strategic IT contract negotiations within a prestigious fintech environment, with a focus on SaaS and cloud services, and offers a hybrid work model with flexible hours.
Company overview
SimCorp is a global provider of investment management software solutions and services for the financial industry. They generate revenue by offering integrated software systems that support investment management processes, including portfolio management, compliance, risk management, and accounting. Founded in 1971 and headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, SimCorp has a rich history of innovation and growth, serving clients such as asset managers, insurance companies, and pension funds worldwide. Their flagship product, SimCorp Dimension, is renowned for its flexibility and comprehensive functionality, making it a critical tool for financial institutions.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your extensive experience in negotiating complex IT contracts, particularly SaaS and cloud services, emphasizing your ability to support sales teams and manage strategic deals in fintech environments.
Focus on showcasing your expertise in legal aspects of software as a service, intellectual property rights, and commercial law, along with your skills in drafting and refining contract templates relevant to the North American market.
Apply through multiple channels including SimCorp's official career site and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure it is processed effectively.
Connect with current legal professionals and team members within SimCorp's Group Legal team on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing their recent work on fintech legal challenges or expressing interest in their approach to SaaS contract negotiations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'SaaS contracts,' 'IT outsourcing,' 'legal counsel,' 'cloud services negotiation,' and 'intellectual property,' ensuring your resume passes initial screenings.
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