Job Description

Brief Job Description:

Works as part of the Law Department to protect Vertiv business by ensuring that terms and conditions used in transactions are acceptable and in line with Vertiv’s commercial strategy with particular focus on large accounts in the EMEA region. Working closely with Sales and other key company stakeholders on specific assigned accounts to implement defined processes and commercial pillars. Review and draft agreements, often at frame level related to the EMEA territory relating to the sale of products and services to ensure agreements are clearly defined, documented, and in agreement with Vertiv’s guidelines. Negotiate directly with key customers also in support of sales. Provides legal support for other assigned activities (e.g. legal training and alike).

Responsibilities and Measurement Criteria with Time investment Needed on Each: -

(This will describe the overall core responsibilities of the role, decision making responsibilities etc.)

Main activities

• Timely review, analysis, drafting, interpretation and negotiation of contracts and other documents with external parties in line with company policies and objectives
• Provides counsel and advises Company management on legal issues, compliance, and risk management (contracts, claims, litigation, legal changes, trade compliance, and others), and possible impact on Company.
• Anticipates and mitigates potential legal problems within the organization and mitigates risk to avoid claims and litigation
• Conducts legal analysis, research, and reviews on a variety of legal issues, national and international laws, and risk evaluation.

Customers

• Internal: Members of other Corporate Departments, Business Units
• External: Outside Counsel, Customers, Partners and Suppliers as it Concerns Negotiation

Qualifications: -

Required/ Minimum Qualifications:

• Qualification / Degree in Law
• Minimum 8/10 years of experience
• IT skills: Microsoft Office
• Travel within the EMEA Region he/she might be requested to travel to meet other internal customers or to negotiate contracts with customers

Physical & Environmental Requirements: - (To be used majorly for manufacturing jobs.)

• None

Time Travel Needed:

• 25% travel domestically and internationally as required, with participation in global meetings outside normal working hours.

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertivco.com If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company’s career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers