Corporate Counsel - Data Centers

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Corporate Counsel- Data Centers

Job Summary

Experienced commercial attorney supporting Trane Commercial HVAC North America’s Data Center business

Responsibilities

• Serve as a legal business partner to the sales and business personnel in the sales, execution and management of the Data Center agreements, including legal analysis and interpretation of applicable statutory/regulatory requirements and contractual issues; developing strategic and tactical plans; identifying legal, contractual, and project risks; and analysis and resolution of internal and external customer/project issues.
• Advise, negotiate and provide legal support to the Trane Commercial HVAC business unit in connection with large complex commercial sales agreements for data center accounts and other large customers.
• Identify and manage legal and contractual risks associated with the Trane Commercial business offerings in North America including providing business leaders with assessments of legal, contractual and select business risk and recommendations, as warranted.
• Develop and maintain strong business relationships with Trane Data Center business, staff and leadership, manufacturing locations, Financial Services and Risk Management.
• Train Data Center team on Trane’s Contract processes and policies
• Provide other general commercial legal support and analysis of customer solicitations, proposals and contracts for the sale of equipment, controls, parts and service and other general commercial areas.
  
  

Qualifications & Key Competencies

• J.D. degree from an accredited US law school
• Member in good standing of a State Bar Association
• Minimum of 3-5 years related legal experience –in-house experience preferred
• Proven experience in commercial and transactional matters
• Strong legal judgment
• Expert grasp of contracting concepts and superior legal and analytical skills –excellent judgment and initiative in selecting the most effective solutions and in creating and implementing standard tools to resolve recurring business and/or commercial issues
• Excellent verbal and written communication and negotiation skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to stand firm on issues with business clients when necessary
• Ability to quickly understand business objectives of an agreement, identify related issues, and facilitate a risk/benefit analysis
• Business-oriented approach to problem-solving, tempered by an appreciation for legal complexity and risk management
• Experience in litigation involving commercial agreements is an advantage
• Detail-oriented and resourceful with excellent follow-through skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and prioritize and manage workload, manage simultaneous tasks and meet deadlines within a changing, fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work well with colleagues and all levels of commercial and business functions at various locations
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a dynamic team environment with other disciplines
• Flexible and adaptable – unafraid of ambiguity or a challenge
• Strong personal computer and presentation skills
• Percent Travel: Approximately 15-20%
  
  

Annual Base Salary Range Or Hourly Base Pay Range

$110,900.00 - $198,555.00

Compensation Type

Salary

Incentive Eligible

Yes

Sales Commission Eligible

No

Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Safety Sensitive Role

No

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.