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Corporate Counsel

Metropolis
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Legal
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active license or eligibility to practice law in Illinois or Tennessee
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in a corporate law department or a business/transactional practice group at a law firm
  • Experience with a variety of commercial contracts, including management, operating, technology, and procurement agreements
  • Proven ability to adopt and champion AI tools to transform static workflows into responsive, high-output processes
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure, prioritize multiple tasks, and meet tight deadlines
  • Strong transactional and legal writing skills
Nice to have
  • Experience drafting and negotiating Software as a Service (SaaS) contracts
  • Commercial leasing experience
  • Prior in-house legal department experience
What the job really is

As a Corporate Counsel at Metropolis, you will support the Senior Counsel by providing legal guidance across various business regions. Your responsibilities will include drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, assisting with compliance matters, and developing legal strategies that align with the company's innovative technology and urban mobility solutions. You will also adopt AI tools to enhance the efficiency of the legal team's workflows and manage outside counsel as needed.

Benefits
  • Base salary range of $150,000.00 to $170,000.00 USD annually
  • Access to or eligibility for healthcare benefits
  • 401(k) plan
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Basic life insurance
  • Lucrative stock option plan
Things to weigh
  • 4 days in office requirement may not suit all candidates
  • Salary range is broad and dependent on various factors
  • Use of automated employment decision tools may raise privacy concerns
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