Corporate Counsel - Procurement

Corporate Counsel - Procurement Location: Overland Park, KS Who We Are: It's pretty exciting, to find yourself standing in a pivotal moment in time. It’s even more exciting to be out front leading it. At QTS, our world-class data centers are supporting our customers most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital transformation. As AI and cloud drive the demand for increased speed, capacity and capability, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation, QTS designs, builds and operates some of the world’s most advanced, forward-thinking data centers. QTS is a portfolio company of Blackstone. QTS is Powered by People. People who play a vital role in our company’s culture, innovation and growth. People who are committed to contributing to the communities where we operate and work. People who are knowledgeable, resourceful and mission driven. Together, we do great things. Who You Are: As Corporate Counsel, you are a seasoned legal professional with expertise in procurement, engineering, construction, project development, insurance, vendor contract negotiations, along with drafting and negotiating a wide range of transactional matters. You thrive in dynamic environments and bring a strategic mindset to complex legal matters. This role is heavily procurement-focused and is intended to mirror the day-to-day responsibilities and skill set of procurement-focused corporate counsel on the team, including responsibility for negotiating, structuring, and managing a high volume of vendor agreements supporting mission-critical infrastructure, construction, equipment, and services. You will bring strong commercial judgment, deep contract negotiation experience, and the ability to manage risk in fast-paced, high-stakes procurement environments across our data center portfolio. You’re collaborative, solutions-oriented, and ready to support cross-functional teams across development and other business units. What You Will Do: Provide legal support for the company’s procurement contracting terms and process; work with the company’s business groups in negotiating and managing a broad range of contracts, including negotiation of Master Services Agreements, Equipment Supply Contracts, Software / SaaS Agreements, Professional Services / Consulting Agreements, and NDAs. Partner closely with procurement and business stakeholders to structure agreements that align with QTS’s commercial objectives and risk management practices Support high-volume contracting workflows while maintaining attention to detail and risk discipline Advise on issues arising during contract performance, including disputes, change orders, claims, terminations, or any other supplier performance issues Advise on related regulatory and compliance matters, such as data privacy, environmental / health and safety considerations, permitting, due diligence, or any other industry-specific requirements impacting vendors, as needed Working with and managing outside counsel, partners, customers, counterparties and other third parties, as needed Performing a broad range of legal matters and general business matters based on the needs of the company, as may be assigned by the General Counsel What You Will Need to be Successful: J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school with strong academic credentials Admission to the Bar of a U.S. state or the District of Columbia Three or more years of legal experience as a practicing lawyer working in a general corporate transactional practice Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Hands-on, self-starter who is disciplined and detail-oriented with the ability to work independently as well as in a team setting that requires a highly accurate and timely work product Agile and versatile; comfortable with new and unfamiliar subject matter; easily adaptable to change Able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality Enterprising and entrepreneurial Able to take initiative with no direction Strong written and oral communication skills Strong listening, organizational, and interpersonal skills Strong work ethic and accountability to deadlines Ability to work in a fast-paced and evolving business environment Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel), Box, Workday, DocuSign Excellent analytical, time-management, judgment and decision-making skills Possess ambition and an optimistic attitude Ability to effectively multitask and manage competing priorities and demands on time Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills Able to effectively manage complicated legal and business issues Ability to effectively manage others, including outside counsel and service providers The Perks (and these are just a few!): QRest Sabbatical Employee Stock Purchase QTS scholarship for dependents Eagle Club award trip eligibility Paid volunteer days Tuition assistance, parental leave and military leave assistance Total Rewards This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits. This position is Bonus eligible. We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action.  We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings.  We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim. The "Know Your Rights" Poster is included here: Know Your Rights (English) Know Your Rights (Spanish) The pay transparency policy is available here: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster-Formatted QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to talentacquisition@qtsdatacenters.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.