EY Studio+ Nederland
Senior Counsel- Products and Platforms
EY Studio+ Nederland, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Senior Counsel – Products and Platforms
The opportunity:
As a Senior Counsel for Products & Platforms on the GCO Technology and Managed Services team, you will be responsible for providing advice, counsel, and legal support in respect of the provision of technology products and platforms to EY clients. Your focus will be on advising, drafting, updating and negotiating the legal terms and conditions of client-facing software licenses and software-as-a-service (“SaaS”) agreements, artificial intelligence, big data, analytics, cloud computing, as well as providing internal legal advice and support to various other EY technology and product teams from ideation, innovation, and go-to-market.
You will be a part of EY’s Technology and Managed Services legal group, work closely with other GCO groups in the United States and other jurisdictions.
Your Key Responsibilities:
Draft and negotiate client-facing product and platform agreements, including advising on contractual strategy and risk, and keeping up to date with relevant legal developments.
Collaborate closely with other members of the US GCO as well as local counsel in other EY member firms.
Collaborate closely with intellectual property counsel and procurement counsel on the development and commercialization of various products and platforms.
Support coordination with cross-functional business and internal support teams (Data Privacy, Information Security, Independence, Quality and Tax) as necessary.
Understand existing EY policies and help enhance policies and guidance relevant to technology products and platforms.
Support and advise internal product teams in the development of new products and platforms.
Gain a working understanding of the full range of tools, products and platforms required to be supported in order to provide effective product counsel.
Manage workflow in a highly dynamic environment and remain highly responsive, reliable, communicative, and accountable to team leadership and other members of the GCO.
Be adept in cross-functional settings and provide practicable legal advice to internal product teams and business stakeholders.
Build relationships and team seamlessly with other members of GCO, within the Legal Practice Groups, as appropriate, to deliver exceptional legal service to internal stakeholders.
Develop and deliver training on product and platform agreements, knowledge sharing, and best practice across the legal network and business, where requested or appropriate.
Continually learn, contribute and innovate in a dynamic space.
To qualify, candidates must have:
7+ years of relevant technology-related transactional experience in a client-facing capacity, including drafting and negotiation of product and platform agreements.
A strong background in supporting SaaS, software licenses, emerging technologies and a variety of go-to-market delivery models.
Experience developing contracting templates, playbooks and standards.
Adept at leveraging legal and other collaboration tools and technology to optimize teaming.
Experience in data privacy, data security, licensing, and intellectual property law.
Experience with cross-border contracting (including local country agreements and cross-border data transfer).
Ability to understand, assess and negotiate terms for current and new technologies (including cloud and AI), and explain the related legal and business risks in a practical manner.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills.
High degree of cultural and emotional intelligence, and demonstrated aptitude for resilience, flexibility, and ability to adapt to changing circumstances and dynamics.
Ability to work independently and team effectively with colleagues in other functions and geographic locations.
Ability to grasp, understand, and accurately articulate and document complex legal and contractual principles, and balance risk from both a legal and commercial perspective.
Highly responsive with ability to manage high workload volumes and competing priorities efficiently and effectively.
Solution oriented with focus on exceptional client service.
Experience in a product counsel role in a technology or consulting organization with experience leading negotiations.
A bachelor's degree from an accredited 4-year college.
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
Membership in a State Bar as an attorney qualified to practice law.
Good standing with the applicable State Bar including being current on individual state Continuing Legal Education requirements.
What we look for We’re interested in agile individuals who have critical thinking skills along with a strong business acumen and deep knowledge of the law.
What we offer
Competitive compensation package : Base salary range for all US locations is $177,800 to $332,400, with higher ranges for NY, Washington State and California. Total Rewards includes medical, dental, pension and 401(k) plans.
Flexible vacation policy : Decide how much vacation time you need based on your personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves.
Continuous learning : You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
Success defined by you : We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact your way.
Transformative leadership : We’ll give you insights, coaching, and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
Diverse and inclusive culture : You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
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EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.
EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3 and follow the instructions provided above. For more information, you can email ssc.customersupport@ey.com.
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You will be a part of EY’s Technology and Managed Services legal group, work closely with other GCO groups in the United States and other jurisdictions.
Your Key Responsibilities:
Draft and negotiate client-facing product and platform agreements, including advising on contractual strategy and risk, and keeping up to date with relevant legal developments.
Collaborate closely with other members of the US GCO as well as local counsel in other EY member firms.
Collaborate closely with intellectual property counsel and procurement counsel on the development and commercialization of various products and platforms.
Support coordination with cross-functional business and internal support teams (Data Privacy, Information Security, Independence, Quality and Tax) as necessary.
Understand existing EY policies and help enhance policies and guidance relevant to technology products and platforms.
Support and advise internal product teams in the development of new products and platforms.
Gain a working understanding of the full range of tools, products and platforms required to be supported in order to provide effective product counsel.
Manage workflow in a highly dynamic environment and remain highly responsive, reliable, communicative, and accountable to team leadership and other members of the GCO.
Be adept in cross-functional settings and provide practicable legal advice to internal product teams and business stakeholders.
Build relationships and team seamlessly with other members of GCO, within the Legal Practice Groups, as appropriate, to deliver exceptional legal service to internal stakeholders.
Develop and deliver training on product and platform agreements, knowledge sharing, and best practice across the legal network and business, where requested or appropriate.
Continually learn, contribute and innovate in a dynamic space.
To qualify, candidates must have:
7+ years of relevant technology-related transactional experience in a client-facing capacity, including drafting and negotiation of product and platform agreements.
A strong background in supporting SaaS, software licenses, emerging technologies and a variety of go-to-market delivery models.
Experience developing contracting templates, playbooks and standards.
Adept at leveraging legal and other collaboration tools and technology to optimize teaming.
Experience in data privacy, data security, licensing, and intellectual property law.
Experience with cross-border contracting (including local country agreements and cross-border data transfer).
Ability to understand, assess and negotiate terms for current and new technologies (including cloud and AI), and explain the related legal and business risks in a practical manner.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills.
High degree of cultural and emotional intelligence, and demonstrated aptitude for resilience, flexibility, and ability to adapt to changing circumstances and dynamics.
Ability to work independently and team effectively with colleagues in other functions and geographic locations.
Ability to grasp, understand, and accurately articulate and document complex legal and contractual principles, and balance risk from both a legal and commercial perspective.
Highly responsive with ability to manage high workload volumes and competing priorities efficiently and effectively.
Solution oriented with focus on exceptional client service.
Experience in a product counsel role in a technology or consulting organization with experience leading negotiations.
A bachelor's degree from an accredited 4-year college.
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
Membership in a State Bar as an attorney qualified to practice law.
Good standing with the applicable State Bar including being current on individual state Continuing Legal Education requirements.
What we look for We’re interested in agile individuals who have critical thinking skills along with a strong business acumen and deep knowledge of the law.
What we offer
Competitive compensation package : Base salary range for all US locations is $177,800 to $332,400, with higher ranges for NY, Washington State and California. Total Rewards includes medical, dental, pension and 401(k) plans.
Flexible vacation policy : Decide how much vacation time you need based on your personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves.
Continuous learning : You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
Success defined by you : We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact your way.
Transformative leadership : We’ll give you insights, coaching, and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
Diverse and inclusive culture : You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
EY | Building a better working world
EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.
EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3 and follow the instructions provided above. For more information, you can email ssc.customersupport@ey.com.
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