Legal Counsel - Softeon at IFS in Itasca, IL

companyDescription IFS is a billion-dollar revenue company with 7000+ employees on all continents. We deliver award winning enterprise software solutions through the use of embedded digital innovation and a single cloud-based platform to help businesses be their best when it really matters–at the Moment of Service™. At IFS, we're flexible, we're innovative, and we're focused not only on how we can engage with our customers but on how we can make a real change and have a worldwide impact. We help solve some of society's greatest challenges, fostering a better future through our agility, collaboration, and trust. We celebrate diversity and accept that there are so many different perspectives in this world. As a truly international company serving people from around the globe, we realize that our success is tantamount to the respect we have for those different points of view. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to be part of a global, diverse environment; you will be joining a winning team with a commitment to sustainability; and a company where we get things done so that you can make a positive impact on the world. We're looking for innovative and original thinkers to work in an environment where you can #MakeYourMoment so that we can help others make theirs. If you want to change the status quo, we'll help you make your moment. Join Team Purple. Join IFS. jobDescription IFS Softeon is seeking an experienced attorney for the role of Corporate Counsel. This position is for a thoughtful transactional attorney to assist IFS Softeon with all of its legal obligations, ranging from negotiating high-value commercial contracts to corporate governance to M&A to dispute management. In this highly collaborative role, you will: Serve as primary attorney for new sales transactions, including drafting and negotiating software license agreements, consulting agreements, SaaS agreements, and other commercial contracts; Lead Biz Ops calls and collaborate with IFS Softeon's business teams, providing accurate and timely legal advice with integrity and responsibility, especially to Sales, Services, Finance, Marketing, and Partner teams; Serve as lead attorney for legal operations, including improving legal processes and procedures and the development of standard contract terms; Serve as primary attorney for corporate governance matters and provide primary legal support for audit, tax/treasury, HR/employment relations disputes, and real estate matters (leases, construction, etc.); Work collaboratively with the broader IFS Softeon legal team by sharing knowledge, helping out team members, and contributing to legal newsletters and training as assigned by the CFO of IFS Softeon and the Legal Team; Support global legal projects as assigned by the CFO and the Legal Team and coordinate with outside counsel as necessary; Keep up to date with changes in laws and regulation and maintain a deep industry knowledge; perform other tasks as assigned or delegated by the General Counsel. qualifications This is a hybrid position with the expectation of being in the Itasca office at least 1-2 days per week. Required Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school A minimum of 3 years of commercial transactional experience at a law firm and/or in-house legal department Licensed and in good standing to practice law in one or more states Experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts Strong attention to detail and proven ability to prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced environment Ability to work independently and demonstrate sound judgment to make real time decisions in ambiguous situations Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication, and organizational skills Interest in being a legal generalist A "roll-up your sleeves" attitude -- no project is too big or too small for you Preferred Experience as an in-house attorney, preferably for a technology company Experience drafting and negotiating software/cloud/SaaS agreements Experience handling disputes without the assistance of outside counsel additionalInformation At IFS you will work in a growing, global enterprise software company where informal hierarchies promote simplicity and trust with responsibility. We strive to deepen our expertise by taking on challenging and varying work assignments in a collaborative environment together with committed colleagues. With professionalism and a strong customer focus in everything we do, from R&D to Sales and Consultancy, we are proud to serve world-class customers all over the globe with our leading products. If you want to change the status quo, we'll help you make your moment. Join Team Purple. Join IFS. What We’re Offering Salary Range: $125,000 to $150,000 annually + bonus Flexible paid time off, including sick and holiday Medical, dental, & vision insurance 401K with Company contribution Flexible spending accounts Life insurance and disability benefits Community involvement and volunteering events M/F/Disabled/Vet VEVRAA Federal Contractor.  We are a Drug-Free Workplace. Interested candidates should apply at: www.ifs.com/about/careers-at-ifs All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Equal Opportunity Employer