Senior Counsel - Technology TransactionsCategory: Legal AffairsMain location: United States, Virginia, FairfaxAlternate Location(s): United States, Massachusetts, BostonUnited States, New Jersey, New BrunswickUnited States, Georgia, AtlantaUnited States, New York, New York CityUnited States, Pennsylvania, PhiladelphiaUnited States, North Carolina, CharlottePosition ID: J0224-1947Employment Type: Full TimePosition Description:CGI T&S is seeking a seasoned contracts attorney with law firm and/or in-house (either with a company or government) legal experience in both the state and local government contracts sector and the commercial contracts sector. This Senior Counsel position will report to CGI T&S’s Vice President & Deputy General Counsel and advise our various geographic business units on a broad range of government and commercial contracts matters in a fast-paced and collegial atmosphere. The successful candidate will join a team of professional contracts managers as well as five other in-house, U.S.-based attorneys, most of whom have large firm experience combined with practical business instincts.Preferred location for this role would be Fairfax, VA, Boston, MA, New York City, NY, Atlanta, GA, New Brunswick, NJ, Philadelphia, PA, or Charlotte, NC.Your future duties and responsibilities: Provide legal advice on and lead contract negotiations with state and local government and commercial clients (occasional travel may be required), including reviewing, drafting and negotiating large complex IT contracts and related subcontracts, teaming agreements, and software licenses Assist internal clients in developing negotiation and risk mitigation strategies as part of proposal preparation, contract execution and eventual performance Advise on various teaming and partner relationships as well as on issues involving contract compliance, delays and bid protests Providing support in interpretation of complex contract provisions Maintain close working relationships with business development and project delivery colleagues Work closely with the Deputy General Counsel and other legal team members in connection with dispute resolution and litigation-oriented mattersRequired qualifications to be successful in this role: Minimum of five years as a practicing attorney, JD from ABA accredited law school, membership in good standing of at least one state bar, and eligibility for Corporate Counsel designation in Virginia (if based in Fairfax, VA) Working knowledge of public sector contracting practices in the IT industry (e.g., outsourcing, managed services, software licensing, intellectual property rights, acceptance, warranties, liabilities, indemnification, remedies) Ability to proactively lead a negotiation with minimal oversight, with an understanding of how to bargain over key terms in a way that will not alienate clients Ability to handle numerous diverse contractual matters simultaneously Ability to creatively work through business issues as well as legal issues Ability to learn quickly, gain credibility and influence internal business clients at all levels Pragmatic, flexible transactional negotiation style Confident self-starter who also knows when to ask questions and to escalate matters Highly adaptable professional that is a good team player Strong analytical and communication (oral and written) skills Ability to demonstrate sound, pragmatic judgment in ambiguous situations Bilingual and able to read, write and speak Spanish is desirableEducation requirements J.D.CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $154,600 - $365,300.At CGI we call our professionals “members” to reinforce that all who join our team are, as owners, empowered to participate in the challenges and rewards that come from building a world-class company. CGI’s benefits include: Competitive base salaries Eligibility to participate in an attractive Share Purchase Plan (SPP) in which the company matches dollar-for-dollar contributions made by eligible employees, up to a maximum, for their job category 401(k) Plan and Profit Participation for eligible members Generous holidays, vacation, and sick leave plans Comprehensive insurance plans that include, among other benefits, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, out-of-county emergency coverage in all countries of employment; Back-up child care, Pet insurance, a Member Assistance Program, a 529 college savings program, a personal financial management tool, lifestyle management programs and more#LI-AR2Skills:
Client Management
Contract Management
Negotiation
What you can expect from us:Insights you can act onWhile technology is at the heart of our clients’ digital transformation, we understand that people are at the heart of business success.When you join CGI, you become a trusted advisor, collaborating with colleagues and clients to bring forward actionable insights that deliver meaningful and sustainable outcomes. We call our employees “members” because they are CGI shareholders and owners and owners who enjoy working and growing together to build a company we are proud of. This has been our Dream since 1976, and it has brought us to where we are today — one of the world’s largest independent providers of IT and business consulting services.At CGI, we recognize the richness that diversity brings. We strive to create a work culture where all belong and collaborate with clients in building more inclusive communities. As an equal-opportunity employer, we want to empower all our members to succeed and grow. If you require an accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will be happy to assist.Ready to become part of our success story? Join CGI — where your ideas and actions make a difference.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics.CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S., please email the CGI U.S. Employment Compliance mailbox at USEmploymentCompliance@cgi.com . You will need to reference the Position ID of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a Position ID will not be returned .We make it easy to translate military experience and skills! Clickhere (https://cgi-veterans.jobs/) to be directed to our site that is dedicated to veterans and transitioning service members.All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.
