JOB SUMMARY
This attorney will primarily work with Charter’s Spectrum Enterprise and Spectrum Business sales teams and other internal stakeholders to negotiate commercial and government sales contracts, as well as to provide legal advice and guidance to internal management.  

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Provide legal support for customer-facing activities such as negotiating Master Service Agreements, Right of Entry Agreements, Value Added Reseller Agreements, Request For Proposals, Non-Disclosure Agreements, and other customer-related agreements and customer life cycle issues.
• Advise sales and business teams on matters of contract interpretation and contract disputes. 
• Draft and revise contract templates and other legal documents with an aim of continuous improvement.
• Research, analyze and stay informed regarding relevant statutes, regulations, case law and proposed legislation relevant to commercial and government contracts to ensure appropriate risk management.  
• Work with other in-house counsel, and judiciously manage outside counsel on customer-related issues that require subject matter expertise.
• Work closely to provide support and guidance to contract managers who are part of the legal team.
• Perform other legal duties and special projects as assigned from time to time.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Skills/Abilities and Knowledge

• Must be proactive and have the ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional team setting 
• Must possess elevated leadership skills and strong attention to detail
• 3 to 5 years experience with complex commercial negotiations in a commercial and/or government setting, including strong analytical, drafting and negotiation skills
• Knowledge and experience with counseling a sales organization that works on a demanding timeline
• Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully in person, in writing and by telephone, with a variety of deal participants, including opposing counsel, senior management and business associates
• Ability to work effectively, sometimes under pressure, in a fun but fast-paced team setting

EDUCATION

• Juris Doctor degree from a top-tier law school
• Active State Bar Membership in good standing, plus the ability to be licensed to practice law in the applicable jurisdiction

RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE

• 3 to 5 years of relevant work experience (preferably with a large law firm and/or in-house work)

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Office environment

Spectrum keeps more than 32 million customers connected across our 41-state footprint by offering state-of-the-art products and services including Spectrum Internet®, TV, mobile, and voice. Our legal department handles risk assessment and strategic guidance, ensuring compliance, managing contracts, and protecting the organization's interests.

Here, employees don’t just have jobs, they build careers. That’s why we believe in offering a comprehensive pay and benefits package that rewards employees for their contributions to our success, supports all aspects of their well-being, and delivers real value at every stage of life.


A qualified applicant’s criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.


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